Job Title: Fender’s blue butterfly behavior Location:Corvallis, OR Organization: Washington State University Vancouver Final Application Filing Date: Begin reviewing applications March 26th and continue until positions are filled
Job Description Field assistants (and volunteers) are needed to assist with study of Fender’s blue butterfly biology. Responsibilities include assisting with butterfly surveys, conducting behavioral observations, assisting with plant surveys, and conducting field experiments. Other duties may include logistical support and data entry. Applicants should be responsible, motivated and able to reliably work independently in the field after initial training. Driver’s license, good eyesight, and physical fitness are required for field positions. Detail oriented, ability to write legibly, ability to work alone or with a small group, and maintaining positive attitude during long hours in the field are required. Preference for applicants with field botany and/or wildlife experience but any interested person should apply. Must be available for an in person interview. Position duration - field seasons run late April through June. We will hire 2 people to assist with learning about the dispersal behavior of the Fender’s blue butterfly in areas just outside of Corvallis, OR. For these positions, all are encouraged to apply and we especially encourage applicants residing in areas in or near Corvallis, OR and who are available full time from late April through late June. Please send a letter of interest specifying which position(s), a resume and two letters of reference to Aldina Franco, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Those interested in volunteering should get in touch via email and send a resume. Review of applications will begin on March 26, 2007 and continue until positions are filled. For more information on research in the Conservation Biology lab at Washington State University Vancouver, please contact Dr. Aldina Franco at 541-829-9617, or see our website:http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/schultzc/index.html.
