Avian Point Count Technician at Nebraska Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit and University of Nebraska-Lincoln
About our group: https://sites.google.com/site/tjfontaineunl/TJ-Fontaine Location:field sites throughout Nebraska Duration:3 months Term:April - June Job Type:Temporary Application Deadline: 03/15/2016 Job Description: An avian point count technician is needed to assist in conducting grassland bird research for the Nebraska Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit from April through June 2016. Field sites are located throughout the state of Nebraska covering the habitat diversity of the state. Duties include independently conducting multiple standardized point count surveys for all birds daily, and data entry. Positions will support collaborative research on landscape scale studies of grassland species abundance and habitat relationships. Fieldwork will begin early April and continue until late June. Significant travel time will be required for this position; technicians will be working very early mornings and should be comfortable with an unpredictable work schedule depending on the weather. Salary is $1500-1700/month DOE. Housing (some camping may be required) and use of a field vehicle for work will be provided. To Apply: Please send letter of interest describing point count and relevant experience, resume, and contact information for three references via email to [email protected]. Please enter “2016 Point Count Application” in the subject line. Qualifications: Applicants with experience conducting bird surveys and the ability to identify Eastern birds (particularly grassland species) by sight and sound preferred. Additional qualifications include ability to navigate with maps and GPS to find study sites, passion for field work, excellent communication skills, ability to live and work in remote areas, a strong work ethic, willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of a team. State issued driver’s license, a good driving record, and CPR/First Aid certification are required.
