A field technician is needed to assist in the evaluation of nest success of colonial nesting waterbirds in southwestern Louisiana. The study area supports several rare species of colonial nesting waterbirds, including a few thousand nesting brown pelicans. Due to its low elevation and eroding shoreline, the island is slated for restoration. This study will provide pre-restoration baseline data for the project and will provide important habitat information of several nesting species that will assist in future restoration activities.
The project will start in mid- to late March. The technician will work with an M.S. student. Conditions will be hot and humid and mosquitoes could be challenging at times. A strong work ethic is essential and relevant field experience is highly desirable. Pay is $9/hour and housing is provided. Please email a CV with names and contact information of 3 references and a cover letter to Dr. Sammy King at [email protected]. Application review will begin by 15 February and will continue until a successful applicant is identified.
