The Center for Watershed Sciences at the University of California, Davis
is seeking a temporary full-time field technician with previous
amphibian survey experience in streams, lakes, and/or meadows.The
position will be hired at the Junior Specialist I level ($3036/mo with
mid-level benefits) starting in June 2015 through October 2015, with
possible extension depending on available funding.
The position will assist in a study on Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog
ecology and habitat use in the northern Sierra Nevada, CA.This position
will conduct Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog surveys frequently over
the summer in a few locations.Duties will include conducting visual
encounter surveys, marking adults with pit tags, collecting habitat
data, planning and organizing field logistics, and compiling and
entering all field data into databases and ArcGIS spatial layers that
the selected person will maintain.This person will work with other
researchers on the project, and will be in charge of 1 field assistant
who will assist in data collection.
We are looking for applicants with a background and/or high level of
interest in herpetology. Knowledge of amphibian ecology and experience
with amphibian surveys in aquatic habitats, team leadership, and ability
to plan field logistics and work independently is required.Experience
with marking frogs and knowledge and experience in stream, meadow,
and/or lake hydrology and ecology is desired.Experience in rugged
outdoor settings, particularly in aquatic habitats is a necessity due to
some remote locations. Ability to get along with crew members for
prolonged periods in the field is a must. Applicants with general
ecology, fisheries, hydrologic and/or biology backgrounds are encouraged
to apply.An undergraduate degree (B.S., B.A.) in one of the above listed
fields is required.
Interested applicants should email resumes with three references to
Cathy Brown by May 4, 2015:
Please put ‘Frog Job Applicant’ in the email subject line.
Cathy Brown
U.C. Davis
[email protected]
