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Description: Seasonal Avian Field Biologists (12 needed), early March through August for multiple research projects focusing on ecology and management of songbirds, primarily the federally endangered black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler, across several regions of Texas, on public and private lands. Duties may include presence-absence bird surveys, nest searching, behavioral observation, territory mapping, vegetation sampling, deploying nest cameras, mist netting and banding birds, data entry, and others, depending on the project and region. Project and region assignments to be determined based on qualifications and skills.
Requirements: Experience or coursework in wildlife biology or closely related field; ability to collect data with strong attention to detail; ability to work 6+ days per week doing physically demanding work, with early mornings (0500); a positive attitude in adverse environmental conditions such as fire ants, chiggers, rattlesnakes, feral pigs, mountain lions, cows, poison ivy, normal daily temperatures of over 90°F, intense sun, thick and thorny brush, and steep and rocky terrain; ability to operate 4X4 trucks; patience and focus to quietly observe and follow birds; good eyesight and hearing; ability to work independently and in groups; must be comfortable working on private ranches and interacting with landowners; flexibility to changes in protocol or job assignments; must supply your own binoculars.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience: identifying birds by sight and sound, nest searching, identifying plants, navigating using handheld GPS unit, using Microsoft Access, Excel, ArcMap; possess a B.S. or B.A. in wildlife biology or closely related field. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified
Pay: $700–900 every 2 weeks, depending on experience
Housing will be provided; facilities will vary depending on project and region. Some camping may be required during the term of employment.
Please write “RAMSES job application” in the subject line of your email. Include your last name in the file attachment. Submit cover letter, resume (including GPA), and contacts for 3 references (preferably email address) in 1 attachment to: ramsesirnr@gmail.com
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Project
Leader: Mike Marshall
Job Description: Seasonal Avian Field Biologists (7 needed), early March through August for research project focusing on ecology and management of two federally endangered songbirds, the black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler, on Fort Hood, an active military base in central Texas. Duties will include presence-absence bird surveys, nest searching, fledgling searches, foraging observations, territory mapping, vegetation sampling, arthropod sampling, maintenance of field equipment, and data entry.
Requirements: Experience or coursework in wildlife biology or closely related field; ability to collect data with strong attention to detail; ability to work 6+ days per week doing physically demanding work, with early mornings (0500); a positive attitude in adverse environmental conditions such as fire ants, chiggers, rattlesnakes, feral pigs, mountain lions, cows, poison ivy, normal daily temperatures of over 90°F, intense sun, thick and thorny brush, and steep and rocky terrain; ability to operate 4X4 trucks; patience and focus to quietly observe and follow birds; good eyesight and hearing; ability to work independently and in groups; must be comfortable working on a military base and interacting with landowners and military personnel; flexibility to changes in protocol or job assignment; must supply your own binoculars.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience: identifying birds by sight and sound, nest searching, identifying plants, navigating using handheld GPS unit, using Microsoft Access, Excel, ArcMap; possess a B.S. or B.A. in wildlife biology or closely related field. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified.
Pay: $700–900 every 2 weeks, depending on experience
Housing will be provided in Gatesville, a town just north of Fort Hood.
Please write “Fort Hood job application” in the subject line of your email. Include your last name in the file attachment. Submit cover letter, resume (including GPA), and contacts for 3 references (preferably email address) in 1 attachment to:
ramsesirnr@gmail.com.
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