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Archbold Biological Station: We seek to hire two motivated plant ecologists for 8-month internship positions in the Plant Ecology Program of Dr. Aaron David at Archbold Biological Station, located in south-central Florida. In the Plant Ecology Program, we study nearly two dozen rare species of endemic plants in endangered Florida scrub and related communities, and have unique, multidecadal demographic datasets coupled with detailed fire records. Our research emphasizes conservation biology, plant demography, plant-microbe interactions, restoration ecology, fire ecology, landscape ecology, and fire management. Our group consists of 3-4 full time scientists together with interns, graduate students, and collaborators, and is a stimulating and enjoyable workplace. Our 8-month internships are ideal preparation for graduate research in ecology. Interns gain research experience by assisting with several laboratory projects and by conducting independent studies that offer experience in every aspect of scientific research, from project choice and experimental design to oral and written presentations. Most of our interns continue on to academic or professional positions, and many have first-authored publications based on their intern projects. Application. Deadline: March 19, 2025. Start date: We anticipate hiring two interns to begin June 2 and September 2, 2025, respectively. Posted: 3/12/25.

Archbold Biological Station: We seek a motivated plant ecologist for an 8-month internship position in the Plant Ecology Program of Dr. Aaron David at Archbold Biological Station, located in south-central Florida. In the Plant Ecology Program, we study nearly two dozen rare species of endemic plants in endangered Florida scrub and related communities, and have unique, multidecadal demographic datasets coupled with detailed fire records. Our research emphasizes conservation biology, plant demography, plant-microbe interactions, restoration ecology, fire ecology, landscape ecology, and fire management. Our group consists of 3-4 full time scientists together with interns, graduate students, and collaborators, and is a stimulating and enjoyable workplace. Our 8-month internships are ideal preparation for graduate research in ecology. Interns gain research experience by assisting with several laboratory projects and by conducting independent studies that offer experience in every aspect of scientific research, from project choice and experimental design to oral and written presentations. Most of our interns continue on to academic or professional positions, and many have first-authored publications based on their intern projects. Apply: https://www.archbold-station.org/careers/ Deadline: February 18, 2025. Anticipated start date: April 2025. Posted: 2/4/25.

Atlanta Botanical Garden: The Atlanta Botanical Garden’s (ABG) Conservation & Research Department seeks a Field Technician to assist with fieldwork and data entry related to several projects throughout the Florida panhandle (Escambia to Jefferson Counties). This is a field-based position with limited ability to work from home during data entry activities. This position has flexible hours depending on project needs and plant phenology. This is a temporary position. This position assists the Gulf Coast Project Manager with fieldwork in the Florida panhandle, including: - Rare plant monitoring - Searches for new populations of rare species - Seed/leaf tissue collection. See the full job ad for details and to apply. Interested applicants can reach out to Kelly Coles, Gulf Coast Manager, at kcoles@atlantabg.org. Posted: 3/12/25.

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies: The Stewart Merrill RAD Lab (Research on Aquatic Disease) is thrilled to be hiring multiple positions: a full-time laboratory technician, and 1-2 seasonal project assistants (for field/lab-work starting summer 2025). Members will join our team investigating the drivers and consequences of infectious disease in aquatic ecosystems. Positions are based at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, NY. The positions involve: - conducting aquatic field sampling protocols focused on benthic and planktonic invertebrates in freshwater ponds and lakes - dissection and/or visualization of invertebrate hosts for parasite isolation, identification, and quantification - laboratory-based duties, including maintaining general laboratory organization, culturing algae and zooplankton, and assisting with experimental protocols. Please visit Lab Technician and Seasonal Project Assistant for position details and instructions on how to apply. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2025. Posted: 12/10/24.

City of Boulder, Colorado: We are excited to announce an opening in our dynamic team of ecology professionals. Our program manages ~1,000 acres of natural area within the urban context of Boulder - from the riparian corridors next to the sports fields to 100’s of acres of grassland habitat around the Boulder Reservoir. We strive to balance recreational use with conservation of multiple Colorado species of concern. This position will work as part of a crew in the areas of natural lands maintenance, vegetation management (integrated pest management and restoration), wildlife management, and visitor management with a focus on IPM. This is a 6-month seasonal position with a full pay range from $19.45 - $27.22 /hour. Typically 40 hours/week Monday – Friday. Season is May-October. If you are interested in working across multiple disciplines of natural resources, please visit our website to learn more and to apply: City of Boulder Careers - Ecological Restoration Crew Member The position closes 3/19/25. Posted: 3/7/25.

Clemson University: Temporary Technician Position: Surveying for freshwater fishes in the US Virgin Islands. Salary: $20 an hour, housing and transportation provided. Duration: November 2024 through January 2025 (Exact dates dependent on weather). Deadline: Application review will begin September 30th. We are seeking individuals with an interest in biology, ecology, and natural resources to survey freshwater streams and ponds throughout the U.S. Virgin Islands. Primary duties include assisting a graduate student with: •Backpack Electrofishing •Seine netting •Culvert and Barrier Assessment •Measuring water quality and habitat features •Species identification and specimen processing •Data entry. Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have some experience working in streams, conducting backpack electrofishing and/or other survey techniques. Education toward a career in biology/fisheries is desired. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing situations will be critical. Technicians are expected to pack up to 50 pounds through dense forest conditions, often on slippery terrain. There will be networking opportunities and collaboration with local agencies. Must be willing to work flexible hours. Contact: Please send application packets to Brandon Peoples (peoples@clemson.edu) and Jacob Laurain (jlaurai@clemson.edu) with the subject “USVI Technician Application”. Packets should include a single PDF with a 1) cover letter and 2) Resume/CV including at least 3 references. Posted: 9/19/24.

Colorado State University: The Colorado State Forest Service, in combination with the Colorado State University Extension Program, are pleased to offer two 1-year long Americorps Internships with the CSFS. The first of these opportunities is at State Forest State Park, where the selected applicant will spend time during the winter assisting with operations of SFSP including but not limited to: visitor services, education/interpretation programs, and daily operations. During the summer, the selected applicant will assist with: seasonal forest management planning and implementation, ongoing research projects on State Forest and maintenance/upkeep of facilities. Interns will be based out of Gould, Colorado. See https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/153936 for details. The second opportunity is with the Forest Monitoring Program, located within the Science and Data Division of the CSFS at the State Office in Fort Collins, Colorado. The selected applicant will, during the winter, work to update existing GIS data associated with the monitoring program, participate in winter monitoring projects and planning for the summer field season. During the summer, the selected applicant will travel throughout the state and implement pre and post-treatment monitoring on a wide variety of state-funded forest management projects, funded by the Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation (FRWRM) grant program. See https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/153935 for details. Deadline: January 5, 2025. Posted: 12/10/24.

Colorado State University: The Colorado State Forest Service is looking for 2 seasonal technicians to serve on our forest monitoring crew. These positions support pre and post-treatment monitoring of forest management associated with the Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation (FRWRM) grant program. Selected applicants will travel throughout Colorado during the late summer, Fall and start of winter (before winter snows close out our field season) to measure forest structure, canopy cover, ground cover, tree regeneration and a host of other important metrics related to treatment outcomes. Applications will be accepted until July 19, 2024. Please see https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/146576 for details and to apply. Posted: 6/28/24.

Conservation Legacy/Americorps: The Cumberland Piedmont Inventory and Monitoring Network is hiring two full-time field assistants, starting in early May 2025, for a duration of 36 weeks. The position went live on 12/4/2024 and will close after receiving 75 applications, or on Sunday, 19 January, 2025, whichever occurs first. The members’ primary responsibility will be assisting with analysis of imagery, data entry, and fieldwork related to the monitoring of cave vital signs (cave crickets/cave bats/cave aquatic biota) using established methods. The members’ secondary responsibility will be assisting crews with monitoring forest vegetation, rare plants, ozone foliar injury, and invasive species early detection. Other member opportunities may include but are not limited to 1) working with a large aquatic insect collection (e.g., assigning specimens a catalog number, labeling, inputting their associated data into Microsoft Excel); 2) working with plant specimens entering data, applying labels, taking photos and 3) water quality monitoring. The water quality monitoring project schedule for this year includes 6 of our 14 parks. One of the parks is Mammoth Cave National Park and is monitored monthly. The other 5 parks, located in North and South Carolina, are monitored consecutively in a week’s time on a quarterly basis. Members would record data and assist the sampler. Please visit Biology Assistant - AmeriCorps at Conservation Legacy for more information as well as instructions on how to apply. Posted: 12/10/24.

Cornell University: Temporary Aquatic Invasive Species Technician. This position represents a partnership between New York State Water Resources Institute (NYSWRI) and the Invasive Species Coordination Section (ISCS) of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Division of Lands and Forests. The ISCS is responsible for coordinating New York State’s comprehensive approach to all taxa of invasive species and for supporting programs via partnerships with state and federal agencies, academia, conservation organizations, private organizations, and the public. Major efforts include: prevention, early detection, facilitating responses, coordinating control and management projects at large-scales, coordinating and collaborating on research projects, remaining current on invasive species detection and management techniques, exploring active restoration actions. The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Strike Team Technician will work throughout NYSDEC Region 5 under the supervision of the Region 5 AIS Coordinator on multiple aquatic invasive species monitoring and control projects, based out of the NYS DEC Region 5 Field Office in Warrensburg, New York. This position is a temporary full-time (39 hours/week) position with a fixed term of 5/15-11/26/2025. See the full job ad for detils and to apply. Posted: 3/25/25.

Jones Center at Ichauway: 2 full-time, temporary Seasonal Technician II positions in the Plant Ecology Lab. These positions will begin May 12, 2025 for an initial term of 3-5 months with the possibility of extension. On-site housing is provided on an as-available basis (no pets are allowed). These positions offer diverse experiences across projects focused on rare plants, plant-animal interactions, and managing native ground cover. Specific duties may include rare plant surveys, seed collecting and processing, helping to establish and monitor field experiments, setting up and monitoring camera traps, and other field, laboratory, and data entry work as needed. The Jones Center is located on Ichauway, a 30,000-acre property in southwest Georgia between Albany and Bainbridge. The Center’s research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. Ichauway contains 18,000 acres of longleaf pine woodlands, 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 25 miles of stream and river ecosystems. An 18,000-square-foot research laboratory houses scientists’ laboratories, a central analytical laboratory, and two field labs. Further information can be found on our website and the Plant Ecology Lab website. Qualifications: - Undergraduate degree in biology, botany, horticulture, plant ecology, habitat management, or a related field or one year of relevant work experience. - Previous experience with seed collection or plant identification in the southeastern U.S. - Experience with trail cameras and wildlife identification (especially birds) is desirable. - Excel, GIS, and laboratory-related experience is also preferable. - Field work requires moderate to strenuous physical activity in the field, under demanding conditions (e.g., heat, high humidity, exposure to poison oak/ivy, and insects). - Must possess a valid driver’s license - Ability to independently follow instructions. Compensation: $15/hour with on-site housing or $17/hour without onsite housing. No benefits package is available. Most of our on-site housing is newly constructed and consists of a private bedroom and bathroom and shared common spaces. All housing has basic kitchen supplies and is fully furnished. To Apply: A cover letter, resume, and three references should be emailed to jobs@jonesctr.org AND lisa.giencke@jonesctr.org with Subject line: Plant Ecology Seasonal Technician. Specific questions regarding the position should be sent to lisa.giencke@jonesctr.org. Please indicate your preferred starting and ending dates on the application and whether on-site housing would be preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately. Posted: 3/12/25.

Marquette University: The LaManna lab in the Department of Biological Sciences is currently looking to hire 1-2 enthusiastic research technicians with experience in forest-survey techniques and/or Pacific Northwest tree and plant identification skills to address questions related to the maintenance of plant species diversity in old-growth forests along a 1,000 m elevational gradient in the Western Cascade Mountains of Oregon. The work will occur at the Andrews Experimental Forest, an NSF Long-tern Ecological Research (LTER) site that is located roughly 45 minutes east of Eugene, Oregon. The area is known for its recreational opportunities including hiking and backpacking, scenic volcanoes, and the Three Sisters Wilderness Area. Pay will be commensurate with experience, and apartment-style housing at the Andrews Forest field station will be provided. Anticipated start date is 10/7/2024, and position will run through 11/27/2024 (8 weeks). Duties: Mapping, measuring, and identifying trees, plants, seedlings and other forest ecology techniques. Assessment of tree health and/or causes of tree mortality. Planting seedlings for large-scale field experiment. Using GPS, laser rangefinders, and other forest survey equipment. Required: Must have a university degree in appropriate area of biology. Previous experience working in an outdoor setting, measuring ecological processes and patterns. Enthusiasm is a must. Preferred: Experience identifying trees and herbaceous plants of the Pacific Northwest would be preferred but not required. Apply: Please attach a cover letter and resume (as PDF files), as well as the names and contact information for at least two professional references, and send all this information in an email to Dr. Joe LaManna (joseph.lamanna at marquette.edu). Please apply as soon as possible, and email Dr. LaManna with any questions. Posted: 9/19/24.

Marshall University: The Palmquist lab is hiring two field technicians for a project assessing vegetation vulnerability to sea-level rise within coastal ecosystems on the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina. The field technicians will work closely with a graduate student during the course of the summer. Duties include assisting in vegetation surveys in salt marsh ecosystems and collecting fine-scale elevation data. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be majors (or recent graduates) in biology, botany, wildlife, environmental science, or other related fields. Must be able to participate in field work from June to mid-August and work in hot, sometimes adverse conditions. A positive attitude and ability to work well with others is required. Experience with plant identification and vegetation sampling preferred, but not required. HOURS: 37.5 hours per week. The anticipated field season is June 4th – August 8th. SALARY: $15 per hour. Housing will be provided in Beaufort, South Carolina. TO APPLY: Send all materials listed below to Dr. Kyle Palmquist and Zak Bartholomew at palmquist@marshall.edu and bartholome10@marshall.edu by no later than March 15th, 2025. Please include “Salt Marsh Vegetation Tech” in the email subject. Applications will be considered as they are received. SUBMIT: 1. Cover letter describing your interests, qualifications, and experience, 2. CV or resume. Posted: 3/4/25.

Mohonk Preserve: The Mohonk Preserve in New Paltz, NY is seeking applicants for our seasonal Ecological Field Technician. This hourly, grant-funded position runs for approximately 34-36 weeks, February-October 2025, for a maximum of 1360 hours. Compensation is $21/hour, with available on-site housing. See further details and application instructions. Essential Functions: - Peregrine falcon monitoring including using a spotting scope to document behavior and location along cliff lines. - Assist with forestry activities including but not limited to: tree marking, planting, and mechanical removal of invasive species or competing vegetation. - Vernal pool monitoring including surveying for species occupancy and reproductive success as well as assessing water quality. - Forest vegetation, soil, microclimate surveys (including species identification and data collection plant heights/percent cover, tree dbh, canopy cover, deer-browse presence, and habitat quality) using transects, quadrats, soil probes, and other forestry equipment. - Recording phenology observations on various flora & fauna species throughout the Preserve. - Record, manage, enter, and perform quality checks on scientific data. - Assist with analysis of forest inventory and ecological data using statistical and GIS software. - Invasive species surveys/mapping. - Assist Community Science Coordinator with Invasive Species Program administration. - Assist with Intern mentorship which includes field work and data management oversight. - Perform other related duties to support department and Preserve as assigned by the Associate Director of Conservation Science & Research. Application deadline is Thursday, February 6th, 2025. Please contact research@mohonkpreserve.org with any questions. Posted: 1/31/25.

Natural Areas Conservancy: hiring two Biological Field Technicians in New York City for the 2025 field season to work on a Freshwater Wetland Ecological Assessment. The Biological Field Technician will report to the Wetlands Project Coordinator and Wetlands Restoration Specialist. The Biological Field Technician will work as part of a team responsible for collecting data in freshwater wetland ecosystems across all five boroughs of NYC. This position is almost entirely field-based, with office days interspersed for inclement weather, data entry, and other tasks as needed. Major Responsibilities: - Collecting detailed, accurate ecological data on freshwater wetland conditions in adherence with the ecological assessment data collection protocol - Communicating effectively with their supervisor and team members to resolve any personnel or field issues in a timely manner - Navigating to data collection locations using a Trimble R2 receiver & ArcGIS Field Maps - Working long hours in variable weather conditions on difficult terrain - Recording data on paper datasheets and conducting data entry - Operating NYC Parks vehicles in a safe and lawful manner - Participating in other assessment-related tasks as directed TERM: May 19, 2025– August 15, 2025 COMPENSATION: $26.37/hour for 35 hours/week. To learn more and APPLY visit https://bit.ly/NAC_hiring Please address any questions to jobs@naturalareasnyc.org. Posted: 1/31/25.

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation: Two 11-month NC State Parks Inventory and Monitoring Technicians, hopefully starting in late March/early April: Terrestrial Ecologist (focus on terrestrial vertebrates and invertebrates) | Plant Ecologist (focus on vascular plants and natural communities). Application Deadline: 3/21/2025. Starting Date: after 3/31/2025. Ending Date: after 2/20/2026. Salary: $15-23 per hour. Posted: 3/7/25.

North Carolina State University: The Diversity in Changing Environments Lab (PI: Dr. Will Petry) is hiring a temporary, full-time research technician to assist with field research in Colorado from mid-June to early September 2025. This position supports our ongoing study of plant demographic responses to environmental variation in collaboration with the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL). We collected detailed climatic and demographic data—growth, survival, reproduction, & germination—from several thousand permanently-marked individuals near the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL; ca. 8 miles north of Crested Butte, Colorado). We use these long-term census data along with experimental manipulations and environmental data to understand the current patterns of population composition, to forecast the near-term trajectories of populations, and to predict how environmental change will redistribute this species across the landscape. The selected technician will work in remote field sites across Gunnison County, CO (elevations 6,200–12,500 ft) and aid in field data collection for our study of plant demographic responses to environmental variation. The position involves intensive data collection of plant demographic variables from marked individuals in our study populations across Gunnison County. Most work is conducted in the field, with a small amount of lab and data management tasks. This is a 12 week temporary job opportunity. Start date 06/16/2025 (flexible) with end date being 09/05/2025 (flexible). 40/hrs per week, M-F (some weekend work may be needed to accommodate plant phenology/weather/holidays). We encourage applicants of all experience levels, including those without prior field research experience. Anticipated Hiring Range: $14-$15/hr + on-site housing & travel assistance. Full job ad and application: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/215421. Posted: 3/4/25.

Oregon State University: 2 full-time, temporary seasonal technician positions in the Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences Department. Position will assist in scientific research in the Columbia River basin (Southwestern Washington, Northern & Eastern Oregon, and Southwestern Idaho). This project is a high-resolution, watershed level mercury monitoring effort to characterize spatiotemporal trends in mercury levels, using dragonfly larvae (Anisoptera) as biosentinels. Responsibilities include field work in remote areas, up to 8 days at a time. Field surveys will consist of daily sampling trips to multiple sites located on private and public wetlands, including ponds, lakes, streams, and rivers. Sampling will involve netting and collecting dragonfly larvae, collecting water and soil samples, and recording in situ water chemistry and habitat observations. This fieldwork requires working in difficult terrain (navigating slippery pond banks and wading waist-deep water for extended periods) and will occur regardless of weather conditions (within reason). All field gear and field housing (excluding housing in Corvallis) will be provided. Responsibilities also include laboratory work in Corvallis, with tasks including weighing, measuring, identifying, drying, and processing dragonfly samples. Employees must be able to report to work in Corvallis, Oregon for the duration of the 4.5-month employment term. Field housing during sampling trips will be provided, housing in or around Corvallis will not be provided. The work schedule will consist of 8, 8-hour days in the field and 5 days off. Some days will require significant travel time to field sites. Intermittently, field days will be replaced with laboratory days to assist with processing samples. More information and application details: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/165570. Posted: 3/12/25.

Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute: We are seeking an intern to assist with tasks related to maintaining a common garden experiment being conducted by Smithsonian Institution. The 11-year-old experiment is composed of thousands of native tree species planted in plots along a diversity gradient (monocultures, 4 species, and 12 species mixtures). The intern would assess survival and growth of trees; check temperature sensors on each plot; remove any invasive tree species; and summarize data. The Smithsonian’s Conservation Biology Institute is 3200 acres located in Front Royal, VA and serves as an endangered species breeding station for the National Zoo, as well as the headquarters for ecologists researching conservation of wildlife and plants. Applicants should have a background in ecology, interest in forest ecology, and plans for a career in conservation, forestry, land management or ecology. Stipend is $1400 per month and housing is available at a communal residence on-site ($270 per month fee). Expected tenure is 3-4 months, with a start date in May. Send letter of interest, resume (including list of references), and unofficial transcripts as a single document to William McShea by April 1 (mcsheaw@si.edu). Posted: 3/12/25.

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: SERC is now accepting applications to join our 2025 team of summer interns. Interns at SERC conduct independent projects on a wide range of topics, including some of the most profound issues challenging our world today, such as habitat loss, climate change and invasive species. The internship program enables students to work on independent research projects relevant to their own academic and professional goals under the mentorship of an internship supervisor. Projects span the range of research conducted at SERC, including environmental chemistry, marine and estuarine ecology, molecular ecology and terrestrial ecology. Projects are also offered in public engagement, with opportunities in environmental education, participatory science and science writing. Summer interns are paid a stipend of $650 per week, and on-site dormitory housing is available. Internship appointments are typically full time (40 hours per week) and 10-16 weeks long. SERC Internships are available to currently enrolled undergraduate and Master's students, or students who have recently graduated from undergraduate or Master's programs. Please visit the SERC Internship page for more details and application instructions. Applications are due by February 15. Posted: 1/8/25.

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: Sharpen your science writing skills with an internship at SERC, the Smithsonian’s coastal research hub on Chesapeake Bay! As the science writing intern, you’ll gain experience creating content for multiple platforms, from short and snappy social media posts to long-form feature stories. You’ll cover scientists, educators and volunteers in the field and lab. The spring internship will focus primarily on SERC’s climate change work and 60th anniversary, with an emphasis on storytelling through both written and video pieces. News articles and feature stories will appear on SERC's Shorelines blog and may appear in our print newsletter, On The Edge. Videos and social media posts will appear on SERC's Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X accounts. Longer videos may also appear on SERC’s YouTube channel. Stipend: $650/week. On-site housing in SERC dormitory included. Location: Edgewater, Maryland. This is a fully on-site internship. Deadline: Friday, Nov. 15. Duration: 16 weeks, full-time. Start Date: Early February 2025. Mentor: Kristen Goodhue (SERC Science Writer). See the full job post for details and to apply. Posted: 10/25/24.

USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station: We are announcing a job opportunity for Summer 2025 with the USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station (NRS) starting mid-May and continuing through mid-August, 2025. The position (GS-05; $18.96/hour) will be based in Kane, Pennsylvania. In this position, employees will be collecting pre-treatment data on a new experiment that the NRS is conducting in partnership with the University of Kentucky and the Pennsylvania DCNR Bureau of Forestry. The experiment examines species richness, growth, and abundance of tree seedlings in response to fertilization and fungicide applications as silvicultural tools to promote tree diversity in forest ecosystems. Specific duties to this job and expertise required will include locating study areas, establishing study plots, setting up equipment for field studies, plant identification/botany, measuring vegetation (e.g., abundance, growth, mortality) and site (e.g., soil) data, collecting vegetation specimens, and entering and summarizing data. Housing is available at a modest cost at the Kane Experimental Forest and the work crew will be provided with vehicles to get to and from field sites. Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/819808900 by December 6. When applying please specify the Kane, PA location. For your application, you may use a resume or any other written format you choose. Regardless of the format used, your application must contain sufficient information to validate qualifications and specialized experience required for this position. The specialized experience can be found in the “Qualifications” section of the vacancy announcement. All supporting documentation (including transcripts if using education as an element of basic qualification) must be uploaded as part of the application packet – please read Required documents section in the job announcement closely. Posted: 11/22/24.

USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center: Seasonal Biological Science (Field) Technician Positions GG-404-5/6/7. Salary: $20.40 – $25.27 per hour. GG-5: USGS Job # CRG-25-001 (OR Job #4164707) Biological Science Technician GG 5 Corvallis OR. GG-6: USGS Job # CRG-25-002 (OR Job #4164712) Biological Science Technician GG-6 Corvallis OR. GG-7: USGS Job # CRG-25-003 (OR Job #4164718) Biological Science Technician GG 7 Corvallis OR. Duration: March 24, 2025 through approx. September 20, 2025. Temporary - Fulltime, with possible periods of PT or Intermittent work. See each job posting for detailed Job Descriptions and Qualifications for each position. Candidate will conduct field surveys dealing with the population biology and survival of amphibians and/or turtles. Including visual encounter, mark/recapture, habitat quantification, radio telemetry. Overnight trips away from the duty station, 4-25 days in duration, may be in remote areas, may include multi-day backcountry backpacking trips. Responsible for data entry and error-checking; gear and equipment maintenance. Candidate must be 21 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license. Candidate will have amphibian and/or turtle field survey experience. PRIMITIVE CAMPING AND BACKCOUNTRY BACKPACKING EXPERIENCE IS HIGHLY DESIRED. This position requires significant physical exertion and a high degree of safety awareness at remote field sites. Wading through streams and ponds and working under variable weather conditions for long hours. Closes: 12/28/2024. Posted: 12/5/24.

University of Alabama: The Woods to Water (W2W) project is an experience-based post-baccalaureate learning program aimed at Training the Next Generation of Ecologists and Natural Resource Managers. This program aims to help early career scientists understand critical linkages between terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. The program will provide a year-long immersive, cohort- and field-based program in standardized methods and data science. The Woods and Water Program provides: - Stipend support and free housing. - Collaborative interactions with leading scientists, technicians, and researchers at The University of Alabama, the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) and the Jones Center at Ichauway (JCI) - Training in key field techniques that link water, carbon, and nutrient fluxes among ecosystems - Comprehensive classroom, field experiences, laboratory, and independent research approaches to building skills and self-confidence in field research - Opportunities to present and publish research and facilitate transition into the ecological workforce. - Development of skills required to succeed and standout in today’s STEM job market The Research and Mentoring for Postbaccalaureates (RaMP) in Biological Sciences program is a National Science Foundation (NSF) program to establish networks to support full-time research, mentoring, and training for recent college graduates who have had few or no research or training opportunities during college. Broadly, its goal is to create a competitive and highly representative science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce in the U.S. with a focus on the biological sciences. Projects are expected to train individuals for a range of potential career pathways in the biological sciences including: research-focused M.S. or Ph.D. graduate programs; entry-level positions in industry, federal, tribal, or state agencies, education and research centers, or not-for-profit science-based organizations; or other STEM careers. Applications are now being accepted for our next cohort: August 2025 - July 2026 Application Deadline: April 15th 2025. Apply: https://etap.nsf.gov/award/4787/opportunity/10566. Posted: 2/26/25.

University of California Davis: We are seeking a field technician to assist in a project analyzing the effects of wetland management regimes on mosquito control, moist-soil seed production, and wetland bird diets at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City, CA during summer 2025. The technician would work with a highly interdisciplinary team of UC Davis ecologists and entomologists (John Veon [Graduate Student]; John Eadie, Daniel Karp, and Sharon Lawler [Professors]) as well as wetland managers and practitioners. Field responsibilities will include collecting and helping to analyze samples of aquatic macroinvertebrates, water quality measurements, moist-soil seed abundance and biomass, fecal matter from waterfowl for eDNA diet assessments, deploying and processing data from camera traps, as well as conducting wetland vegetation assessments. After a training period, the technician will learn to identify macroinvertebrates accurately to family (genus and species when possible) and sort them appropriately; identify moist-soil seeds to family (genus and species when possible), sort them appropriately, and help to derive biomass estimates; enter data into spreadsheets and develop protocol write-ups as needed. Fieldwork will begin approximately in mid- to late May. However, the arrival date for the successful applicant is somewhat flexible (early to late May), but early May is preferred. The technician will work within a consistent daily schedule as deemed by the project team, although some days may be longer or shorter, but averaging a 40-hour work week. The technician will be provided with accommodation at no charge at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City, CA (no rent or associated bills to pay). The housing facility has cell reception with most providers, cable TV, and Wi-Fi internet access. The technician will share the lodge with other university researchers. No pets. All work will be completed on the ranch and ATVs will be provided. Applicants must have a positive attitude and be able to work with farmers, ranchers, hunters (the ranch is a hunting property), members of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and members of the Mosquito Vector and Control Association of California. Applicants, at times, must be capable of working alone with little supervision. A valid driver’s license is necessary and experience driving a 4x4 vehicle is a plus. Preference will be given to those who can participate in all aspects of field collections, those that have prior field experience, experience identifying macroinvertebrates, and those that have an ability to work in heat (as deemed safe by university standards). Project Dates: The successful applicant will report in early to late May 2025 and will work through late September 2025. There may be some down time before the project gets started. However, we will involve the technician in project preparation. Salary: ~$19-$26 per hour (based on experience), housing is provided but field crews purchase and prepare their own food. Apply: Please e-mail a single PDF of a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references to John Veon at jtveon@ucdavis.edu. The subject header of the e-mail should read “Integrated Wetland Management Technician Application”. The initial review date is April 11th, 2025. Posted: 3/25/25.

University of California Riverside: Summer hydrology & biogeochemistry technician based in Fairbanks, Alaska: We are recruiting a seasonal technician (May-Oct) to lead maintenance of a network of sensors collecting high-frequency observations of stream chemistry. The technician will monitor telemetered data, collect calibration samples, clean & troubleshoot sensors, and measure discharge. The technician will also assist collaborators with data collection on a collaborative project investigating microbial and biogeochemical indicators of permafrost thaw, including measuring gas and VOC emissions from soils, microbial sampling, and soil coring. Experience with instream sensors or telemetry is not required, but the candidate must be dedicated to collection of high-quality data and communicating with a research team. Contact Dr. Tamara Harms (tharms@ucr.edu) with a brief description of your interests and experience, available dates, and CV by Feb 25. Posted: 1/22/25.

University of Connecticut: I am thrilled to share information about the UConn RaMP (Research and Mentoring for Postbaccalaureates) Program; a year-long, paid NSF- funded postbaccalaureate research training program based at the University of Connecticut. The purpose of the program is to offer a mentored research experience and professional development opportunities to individuals historically underrepresented in STEM (including underrepresented ethnic groups, ?people with disabilities, veterans, and first-generation college students) or those who did not have sufficient access to research during their undergraduate careers (college graduates of lower-resourced institutions). RaMP provides an intensive research experience, with salaries comparable to an entry level job. Scholars will: - Conduct original biological research on the theme of genomic novelty under the mentorship a faculty members and graduate student mentor - Participate in professional development activities, attend conferences and networking events - Expand high demand technical skills in preparation for a diverse array of STEM careers and/or graduate school. See: https://genome-postbac.biology.clas.uconn.edu/. Applicants are encouraged to visit the website to learn more about the program and review potential research projects/mentors. The application deadline for the 2025 cohort is February 21st. Posted: 12/10/24.

University of Florida: The McCleery Lab with the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation is seeking 3 highly motivated field technicians for research on Sanibel Island, Florida. The technicians will assist on a project assessing movement patterns of the threatened Sanibel Island rice rate in relation to hydrology, roads, and management activity. This is a temporary, full-time position that will run from late-May through August 2025. Technicians will be responsible for using camera traps to monitor small mammal activity, live-trapping and tagging rice rats, and monitoring tagged rats via GPS and VHF radio-telemetry. Additional duties will include data entry and miscellaneous tasks as needed. Applicants must be comfortable working long days in hot and wet conditions with snakes, biting insects, and alligators. Field housing will be provided as well as a state vehicle for work-related travel. Qualifications: - A B.S. in wildlife ecology or a related field is preferred, but not required. - Applicants must be willing to work the full field season, possess a valid driver’s license, and maintain a good attitude while working in sometimes adverse conditions such as high heat and humidity and with potential wildlife encounters. - Previous experience with field work, especially small mammal trapping/handling and/or radio telemetry is a plus, but not required. - The candidate must be able to work independently and collaboratively with all project members. - Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, flexible, and enthusiastic. To apply, please send the following in a single PDF document to Maggie Jones at jones.m@ufl.edu: 1) cover letter with qualifications and reasons why this job would be a good fit for you, 2) resume, and 3) names and contact information for 2 references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will be accepted until the positions are filled. The salary for this position is $16/hr, and housing will be provided. Posted: 3/25/25.

University of Georgia: The Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) and Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources are seeking a full-time (40 hr/week), temporary Research Technician to provide support to studies in forest ecology, ecophysiology, ecohydrology, and biogeochemistry. Job location: Augusta, GA / Aiken, SC area. The primary duties will focus on: (1) measurements of forest productivity and physiology, including above- and belowground growth parameters and indices, tree and soil gas exchange, tree water use, and soil sampling; and (2) experimental maintenance, including monitoring and control of forest plot irrigation system, herbicide application, brush cutting, and other activities. Fabrication of sensors and measurement devices will also be expected. This is a field position. Outdoor working conditions can occasionally be harsh (i.e., hot and humid). Experimental maintenance, including herbicide application, fertilizer application, brush cutting, mowing, and other activities are also required. Driving as needed to perform job duties. The ideal candidate will have strong written and oral communication skills, be capable of working independently and as part of a team and be able to troubleshoot problems with equipment. Basic laboratory and data management skills are required. Experience with forest measurement and ecophysiology techniques and equipment is highly desirable, including use of sap flow sensors, soil moisture sensors, thermocouples, dataloggers, infrared gas analyzers, pressure chambers, etc. UGA Jobs posting number: G/R28550P. Posted: 2/27/25.

University of Idaho: The Franklin H. Pitkin Forest Nursery in Moscow, Idaho is seeking 4 paid interns for summer 2025 to learn operational greenhouse forest seedling production for reforestation and forest restoration. The Pitkin Forest Nursery is an operational forest nursery that grows native conifer tree, deciduous tree, and shrub seedlings for reforestation in the Inland Northwest. The nursery produces over 400,000 containerized seedlings each year that are sold to reforest lands damaged by wildfires and other natural disturbances, as well as following timber harvesting. Interns will work at the Pitkin Forest Nursery where they will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of containerized forest seedling nursery production. They will learn how to adjust greenhouse environments, seed testing and preparation, principles and practices of semi-automated irrigation and fertilization, identification and management of common pests and diseases, customer relations and sales, mechanical operation and maintenance through a combination of focused indoor training and hands-on experience. Interns will gain hands-on experience watching seedlings grow and critically evaluate necessary steps required to manage the growth and health of seedlings. Interns will visit numerous local and regional forest nurseries throughout the summer. Pay is $18/hour for 40 hours per week. The internship will last 12 weeks between May 19 and August 8, 2025. Flexible start and end dates may be possible. Housing will be provided on the University of Idaho campus, 2 miles from the Pitkin Forest Nursery. Interns that complete this program will be highly competitive for forest nursery careers. To apply, complete both steps: - Complete the online form: https://tinyurl.com/znarrc3b - Send your resume to Andrew Nelson at asnelson@uidaho.edu. The email subject line must be “Summer 2025 Pitkin Nursery Internship Application”. The body of the email should briefly introduce yourself. Interns must be authorized to work in the USA, pass a criminal background check, and drive university vehicles. Application Deadline March 21, 2025. Posted: 3/12/25.

University of New Mexico: The Webster Lab is hiring 1 technician to assist with data collection in the Teakettle Experimental Forest for a multi-year project aimed at understanding the impacts of prescribed fire on water quality of mountain streams. Teakettle is located 80 km east of Fresno, CA, and consists of 1300 hectares of old-growth, mixed conifer forest at ~2200 m elevation in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. After 136 years of absence, fire was brought back to the Teakettle in 2001, and a history of research has unfolded since. Duties will primarily consist of fuel surveys and water quality monitoring, but may include assisting visiting scientists with other projects, as well as helping to maintain the field station. Desired skills include familiarity with fuels survey methods and maintenance/use of water quality instrumentation, as well as the ability to comfortably spend long days in the field without cellular reception. The candidate should be comfortable with camping in rustic conditions and working at high elevation. Prior relevant work experience is helpful, but not necessary. We are looking for an excellent team player with solid communications skills who is eager to learn. For highest consideration, please submit applications via the full job ad by April 6, 2025. Posted: 3/19/25.

University of Vermont: Seasonal Research Positions in Silviculture and Applied Forest Ecology. The Silviculture and Applied Forest Ecology Lab in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources is seeking research assistants to assist with seedling planting projects to examine associated adaptive forest management strategies in northern hardwood and mixedwood forests across Vermont and New Hampshire. Research assistants would work with multidisciplinary teams of graduate students and scientists from the University of Vermont, U.S. Forest Service Northern Research Station, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, The Nature Conservancy, Vermont Land Trust, Vermont Forest Parks and Recreation, and The Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science. Applicants should have a background in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, ecology or biology. Experience with tree planting strongly desired. A working knowledge of tree identification and common forest measurements is strongly desired. Applicants must be willing and able to work efficiently in remote forested settings as part of a research team. Applicants must also be able to hike through varied terrain to reach study areas and be willing to work long hours outdoors. Applicants must have a valid driver's license. Work will involve extensive fieldwork, including the planting and measuring of tree seedlings in remote locations. The position begins May 2025 and ends October 2025. Location: Vermont and New Hampshire, housing provided at each field site, field vehicle provided. Compensation: $18-20 for crew members DOE, $20-22 for crew lead, DOE. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter describing their background, qualifications and interests along with a résumé and two references with subject line "Seedling Crew – Your Name" to Grace Smith(grace.smith@uvm.edu). Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. See website for additional information. Posted: 1/29/25.

[Position closed] University of Washington: Research technician: butterfly evolutionary responses to climate change. The UW Biology research group led by Professor Lauren Buckley is recruiting a research technician for a project funded by the National Science Foundation Organismal Responses to Climate Change Program Project to explore ecological and evolutionary responses to climate change through historical butterfly research. Collaborators include Adam Steinbrenner from UW, Gwen Shlichta from Edmonds College, and Joel Kingsolver from the University of North Carolina. The research will include laboratory research in Seattle, WA, and field research in central (Corfu) Washington. Research activities include lab rearing, maintenance, and thermal physiological assessments of butterfly caterpillars; growing host plants; maintaining and trait assessments of adult butterflies; mark-release-recapture experiments of adult butterflies; photographing and analyzing adult wing traits. There is potential to participate in genetic assessments, model development, data analysis, scientific literature searching and synthesizing, scientific editing and writing, and scientific communication. The successful applicant(s) will have a bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science or a related field along with experience conducting field and/or laboratory biological research; capacity to conduct research in challenging and demanding field environments; a driver license and comfort driving to field sites; ability to carefully conduct repetitive measurements; experience entering, managing, and analyzing biological data; demonstrated leadership and/or mentoring skills; organizational and time management skills; and some experience with a statistical programming language such as R. Desired qualifications include familiarity with biology relevant to understanding organismal responses to climate change; experience rearing and maintaining insects or growing plants in the lab; collecting or researching insects, particularly butterflies, in the field; experience collecting and assembling environmental data; experience with data analysis and data science workflows (e.g., version control); experience with biological modelling; experience communicating science to scientific and general audiences. We do not expect that any one applicant will have all of the desired qualifications for this position. The temporary positions are planned for approximately six months with a start date in March - April 2025 with the potential to extend the position depending on the research interests and expertise of the technician(s). The position will be 30-40 hours a week, and the UW salary range for a Research Technician is $3749-4296/month for full-time work. Applicants should send a cover letter detailing their research interests and experiences along with a resume / CV to Research Technician Taylor Hatcher (thatche1@uw.edu), preferably by February 20 for initial consideration. Posted: 1/29/25.

University of Wyoming: We are seeking technicians to work on a research project on O'ahu, Hawai’i as part of the Hawai’i V.I.N.E. (Vertebrate Introductions and Novel Ecosystems) project, a collaboration across multiple universities (UH Manoa, UW, NAU, and UIUC) that began in 2014. The project is investigating temporal changes in seed dispersal and how removal of dominant invasive plants alters seed dispersal in mesic and wet forest ecosystems. Native species extinctions and non-native species introductions have dramatically changed the forest species composition. Although many native plants depend on birds for seed dispersal, on O?ahu there are no longer any native frugivorous birds to provide this function. Instead, a suite of non-native birds are dispersing seeds. Additionally, invasive plants often dominate seed dispersal networks with impacts to native plant seed dispersal. Understanding temporal changes and how removal of invasive plant species impacts seed dispersal is critically important for restoration efforts. There are multiple positions open with starting dates spanning March to May with a minimum of a five-month commitment. See the full job ad for details and to apply. Deadline: 4/1/25. Posted: 3/12/25.

University of Wyoming: Position: Forest field technician, Grand Teton National Park. The Furniss-Germain lab at the University of Wyoming is seeking 4-6 field crew members to support field-based forest research in Grand Teton National Park, WY. The crew will work closely with 5-6 graduate students to survey, map, and measure trees, to establish permanent monitoring sites in the park. Applicants will gain experience with forest mensuration, plant identification, and land survey techniques. See www.sjgermain.com for complete details. Time period: June 1 – August 22. Lodging: group campsites provided in Grand Teton NP. Food: group food and all cooking gear provided. Cooking teams rotate 1-2 days/week. Hours: 40 hrs/week (M–Th; 7 am – 5:30 pm; 4 on and 3 off). Wage: starting at $15/hr. Required Qualifications: (1) experience camping and hiking in mountainous terrain; (2) able to hike at least 4 miles daily carrying field gear and supplies in a variety of weather conditions; (3) excellent communication and interpersonal skills for team-based work and a large group living arrangement. Preferred Qualifications: (1) professional or academic experience in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field; (2) prior field work experience collecting research-grade data. To Apply: email the following information in a single PDF file to sgermain@uwyo.edu: (1) a cover letter describing your experience and interest in the position; (2) full CV; and (3) email and phone numbers for three professional references. Closing Date: March 1, 2025. Posted: 1/22/25.

Washington State University: The Phillips Lab is seeking a Lead Bird Bander for a project examining the effects of anthropogenic noise and night lighting on avian traits, reproductive success, and survival. This 6-month position (from mid-March through mid-September 2025) will be based in Durango, Colorado, with fieldwork conducted in northern New Mexico. Salary Estimate: ~$20/hour, ~$2,400 per month. Please contact Dr. Jennifer Heppner (Jennifer.heppner@wsu.edu), Postdoctoral Research Associate, for more details and application instructions. The application deadline is January 4, 2025. Posted: 12/13/24.

Working Lands Conservation: hiring an assistant summer field crew leader! We are looking for an assistant crew lead to work under the guidance of the project manager to study how to balance livestock grazing with other valuable ecosystem services on public lands, including healthy riparian areas, soil carbon sequestration, and high-quality sage-grouse habitat. Primary responsibilities include leading a crew in vegetation, soil, and water sampling; supervising the crew during soil processing and data entry; maintaining a safe work environment; and other duties that are reasonable and consistent with this position. Qualified applicants will have a bachelor's degree, experience in environmental monitoring, experience working on a field crew, and the ability to carry 10lbs and work comfortably in all weather. This position will run from May 12th through October 3rd. The summer assistant crew lead will work four days a week for 10 hours per day. Time will be split between Randolph, UT and Logan, UT. Housing will be provided during field work but technicians must provide their own food. Housing will not be provided during time spent in Logan. Transportation between Logan and Randolph will be provided. Working Lands Conservation and Multiplier provides a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive wage ($20/hour), excellent medical and dental benefits, retirement savings, and a generous vacation and sick leave policy. First review of applications is January 31st. More information and to apply. Posted: 1/22/25.