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Dauphin Island Sea Lab: The Alabama Marine Mammal Stranding Network (ALMMSN) located at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL) in Dauphin Island, AL, is recruiting a highly motivated intern to assist with marine mammal stranding response in coastal Alabama waters. ALMMSN is a cooperative regional stranding network partner and works in conjunction with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service and the US Fish and Wildlife Service to respond to dolphin, whale, and manatee strandings. Our primary goal is to enhance reporting and response efforts for marine mammal strandings to ensure collection of consistent, high-quality data that are used to evaluate causes of strandings and/or death. This internship is a physically demanding position, as field response and necropsy events often create long days in a variety of weather conditions. This intern will gain useful knowledge, skills, and experience in the fields of marine biology and marine mammalogy. Internship Dates: 3 to 5 months starting February 2021 (3 month minimum; may be extended based on intern performance and availability; start/end dates flexible) Daily duties include: Field stranding response, data collection, data management, participation in necropsy events, sample handling, and equipment/lab maintenance/cleaning. The intern will also have the opportunity to complete an independent research project based on their interests, which will culminate in a presentation at the end of the internship. Qualification requirements: - be a student or recent graduate (0-2 years) of a biology/marine biology, marine science, oceanography, zoology or related program; - have interest in marine mammal biology, physiology and anatomy; - have a valid driver's license and clean driving record; - be 18 years or older; - be physically fit, able to lift at least 50 lbs, and a strong swimmer; - have the ability to endure unpleasant field conditions including temperatures between 30-100°F, rain, humidity and biting insects; - have knowledge of digital SLR cameras and lenses; - have the ability to work at least 30 hrs/week including one weekend day per week (nights and holidays may be required as necessary with fieldwork). This position is paid. Intern is responsible for providing their own housing and transport to DISL. Assistance finding housing can be provided. Applicant must be eligible to legally reside in the U.S. for the duration of the internship period. International applicants are accepted; however, no visa assistance can be provided. Interested applicants must send a cover letter, CV and dates of availability to almmsn@disl.org by Jan. 1st, 2021 to be considered. Preference will be given to applicants who can stay through the entire internship period. More information about the Marine Ecosystem Response Laboratory. Posted: 10/14/20.

Institute for Applied Ecology Southwest: hiring a Seed Crew Technician to be based out of Tucson, AZ starting August 2. The crew will split their time between the Tonto and Coronado National Forests collecting native seed for seed increase, research, and restoration. Applications due by 6/25. For more info and to apply - https://appliedeco.org/get-involved/jobs/. Posted: 6/17/21.

Michigan State University: The Haddad Lab is hiring four field technicians for research in North Carolina on the St. Francis' satyr butterfly from early May through mid-August. One position may begin on April 1st and extend through September. The St. Francis' satyr is a federally endangered butterfly that is found only on the Ft. Bragg Army Installation in North Carolina. It is restricted to disturbance-dependent wetlands. Work will include daily monitoring of adult butterflies during flight periods, maintenance of restored habitat, captive-rearing and breeding of individuals from eggs to adults, vegetation surveys, and assistance with studies on butterfly behavior and plant demography. All technicians will live near Ft. Bragg, NC for the duration of the summer. Qualifications: Applicants must have or be working toward a bachelor's degree in biology, fisheries and wildlife, or a related field. They must also be comfortable working outdoors all day in extreme heat and humidity and be willing to tolerate biting insects and the presence of venomous snakes. Candidates with previous field work experience will be especially favorably received. This position represents an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated students who are interested in gaining or expanding their field experience in conservation biology. Additional information about the project. Compensation is $16.25/hour. Shared housing has been identified and rent will be split among researchers. To apply: Applications must be submitted through the Michigan State University careers website. Full job posting: https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/504608/technical-aide. In your application, please include a cover letter describing why you are interested in and qualified for the position, resume, and the email address and phone number for two professional references. Posted: 1/14/21.

Mississippi State University: seeking a field technician to assist with research regarding gopher frog ecology at Conecuh National Forest in Andalusia, Alabama from approximately 1 February 2021 through 1 June 2021, with an opportunity for renewal in 2022/2023. This project will be focused around telemetry of gopher frogs, identification of refugia, and monitoring efforts including call surveys (including via recordings), egg mass surveys, and camera trap monitoring; as such, strong visual and audio identification skills are preferred. The preferred candidate will have experience working with amphibians, telemetry skills, experience with 4WD vehicles, ability to carry 30+ lbs in difficult conditions, and be comfortable with GPS technology. Additionally, applicants must have the fortitude to work in variable weather conditions including heat, humidity, and rain, and be willing to occasionally spend long nights in the field. Applicants should be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Interest and enthusiasm in amphibian ecology and conservation is essential, and familiarity with the amphibian and reptile species of southern Alabama is preferred. Applicants should be pursuing or have completed a bachelor's degree in wildlife, ecology, zoology, or a related field. Applicants should have a valid driver's license and clean driving record, and will have access to a shared field vehicle. Shared housing may be available. The pay for this position is $11.50/hr, 40hrs/week. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three references to Krista Ruppert via email at kr1723@msstate.edu. Posted: 1/6/21.

Monarch Joint Venture: Join the growing team of the Monarch Joint Venture, a nonprofit dedicated to conserving the monarch butterfly migration across North America. We are hiring 5 field technicians to study monarch butterfly breeding habitat on conservation lands (TX to MN) and roadsides (MN) in 2021. For details, see https://monarchjointventure.org/about-us/job-opportunities. Deadline: April 9. Posted: 3/19/21.

NASA Ames Research Center: Field Assistant needed for project: "Mapping recovery of vegetation from wildfires in Alaska under a changing climate". A NASA postdoctoral scientist at Ames Research Center is looking for a field assistant for the 2021 and 2022 seasons (June-Sept) near Fairbanks, Alaska. The goal is to provide ground-truthing (GT) of recent (2017-2019) AVIRIS-NG images collected by the NASA ABoVE Terrestrial Ecology program to assess ecosystem structure and function of five recently burned sites (2001-2013) in Alaska's interior near the city of Fairbanks, by measuring five characteristics of resilience identified in the literature: 1) postfire tree seedling recruitment, 2) understory cover, 3) thermokarst/seasonal permafrost thaw, 4) pest/disease/boreal browning, and 5) annual woody tree growth. Fieldwork will consist of tree density counts, seedling/sapling counts, canopy height measurements, percent cover estimates of understory vegetation, permafrost depth measurements, tree coring for radial growth measurements, and pest/disease classification in 30 plots (4-6 circular plots per site, 10.36 m radius) in burned and unburned forest. The ideal candidate has previous fieldwork experience or relevant experience in Alaska's back country. Must be willing to hike rugged terrain carrying field gear and work long hours in all weathers. Must have basic knowledge of Alaska's flora and be able to identify invasive plant species. Valid driver's license and own rain/mosquito gear is a must. Candidate must take all required safety training, have emergency evacuation insurance coverage during the field season, and follow current coronavirus safety procedures. Candidate will know how to safely use a bear mace canister while in the field. Licensed firearm owner is a plus. Experience/willingness to operate all-terrain vehicle (ATV), outboard motorboat, or airboat is desired. Must be willing to take short helicopter trips to sites if necessary. Salary is $15/hour. Must provide own lodging and meals (Fairbanks area). Transportation to and from sites can be provided, but own vehicle is a plus. Students and post-graduates desiring field experience for a career in ecology, wildlife biology, botany, fish and game, forestry, or Alaskan/Northern studies are encouraged to apply. If interested, please submit resume and three references to Diane Huebner at diane.c.huebner@nasa.gov. Application deadline: April 1, 2021. Posted: 11/25/20.

Northland College: We are seeking an applicant for one summer Botany position at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. The position runs from May 26, 2021 to August 25, 2021 (dates are firm), with a compensation of $21/hour. The incumbent will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I&M) program. The goals of the I&M program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. This is largely a field-based position. The incumbent will assist with the sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin. The incumbent will collect extensive data on the herbaceous layer and browse. They will be expected to identify at least 350 herbaceous species, and have considerable experience identifying members of the family Poaceae and genus Carex. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people, and the incumbent will act as a crew leader. The incumbent may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. This position operates on an 8-day on/6-day off schedule. During the 8-day sampling periods, incumbent will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. They will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including thick mosquitoes, and poisonous plants. Hikes to and from plots will be as long as five miles, each direction. The position involves extensive camping, often up to seven consecutive nights. The incumbent is responsible for securing and paying for their own housing in the Ashland, Wisconsin area. Beginning June 23th, incumbent will be working (and camping) primarily on the islands during their 8-day sampling periods. Logistics will be explained in full during interviews. Due to the remote nature of the work, difficult logistics with boat transport, and the short sampling window, we are unable to accommodate individuals who wish to take leave during the scheduled 8-day sampling events. Note on COVID: This position will likely require some combination of mandatory mask use, social distancing, and possibly daily temperature checks, and/or negative test results. Specific COVID precautions will be established prior to the start date. To Apply: Please send a cover letter, detailed resume (no page limit), professional references, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sanders@nps.gov) by January 31, 2021. Include a phone number and email address that you check regularly. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by telephone in early February. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please. Posted: 1/5/21.

Northland College: We are seeking applicants for three summer Forestry Technician positions at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. These positions run May 26, 2021 to August 25, 2021 (dates are firm) with a compensation of ~$11/hour. The incumbents will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I&M) program. The goals of the I&M program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. The incumbents will assist with sampling vegetation. These are largely field based positions. The incumbents will assist with the sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin. Incumbents will collect extensive monitoring data on trees and coarse woody materials, take tree cores, and assess tree health. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbents may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. These positions operate on an 8-day on/6-day off schedule. During the 8-day sampling periods, incumbents will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. They will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including thick mosquitoes, and poisonous plants. Hikes to and from plots will be as long as five miles, each direction. The position involves extensive camping, often up to seven consecutive nights. The incumbents are responsible for securing and paying for their own housing in the Ashland, Wisconsin area. Beginning June 23th, incumbents will be working (and camping) primarily on the islands during their 8-day sampling periods. Logistics will be explained in full during interviews. Due to the remote nature of the work, difficult logistics with boat transport, and the short sampling window, we are unable to accommodate individuals who wish to take leave during the scheduled 8-day sampling events. Note on COVID: This position will likely require some combination of mandatory mask use, social distancing, and possibly daily temperature checks, and/or negative test results. Specific COVID precautions will be established prior to the start date. To Apply: Please send a cover letter, detailed resume (no page limit), professional references, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sanders@nps.gov) by January 31, 2021. Include a phone number and email address that you check regularly. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by telephone in early February. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please. Posted: 1/5/21.

New Jersey Audubon: FIELD NATURALIST INTERN for ongoing MONARCH MONITORING PROJECT at New Jersey Audubon's Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May, New Jersey September 1 to October 31. Cape May is renowned as one of the world's great hot spots for migration. The field naturalist intern will gain valuable experience in progressing from an active learner to a skilled leader with a clear understanding of the ways in which we are working to monitor and protect New Jersey's resident and migratory butterflies and wildlife, and the ability to engage a diverse public audience to become stewards of these important resources. NJA fosters the application of sound scientific principles and practices to address conservation issues related to vertebrate and invertebrate fauna, and the natural habitats with which they are associated. Duties: - Daily road censuses of migrating Monarchs. - Monarch tagging. - Data entry. - Educating the public about the project and Monarch biology. - Maintain display of monarch caterpillars and chrysalides. Qualifications: - Familiarity with insect ecology a plus, but not required. - Careful data collecting and entry skills. - Willingness to work irregular hours under sometimes difficult field conditions. - Punctual with excellent organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities and meet deadlines. - Strong computer skills - Microsoft Office to fulfill the job requirements. - Excellent written and oral communication skills, and knowledge of environmental and conservation issues required. - Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural competence and inclusion, and accept direction and constructive feedback. - Motivated self-starter with capacity to work productively in a team setting with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude. - Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality. - Ability to lift 25 lbs. as necessary. - All applicants must have their own vehicle, and a valid, clean driver's license. Start and End Dates: September 1, 2020 - October 31, 2020 Salary: $1910/month; housing may be available. Qualified individuals may apply by emailing cover letter of interest, resume, and three references as a single PDF document (including email and phone contact info) to hr.cmboseasonal@njaudubon.org Please indicate in the subject line the position for which you are applying. Posted: 8/6/20.

Oregon State University: The Landscape Fire and Conservation Science Research Group (LCRSG) is hiring 4 field research technicians to assist with data collection on a landscape scale retrospective study examining biodiversity responses to wildfire, salvage logging, and intensive forest management in the Klamath ecoregion of southwest Oregon during spring and summer 2021. Early seral pre-forest habitats created by stand-replacing disturbances are increasingly recognized for their critical role in supporting a diverse suite of birds, plants, pollinators, and other taxa. The Klamath ecoregion is a globally recognized biodiversity hotspot, home to one of the world's most diverse temperate coniferous forests. A patchwork of public and private ownership in the region presents a unique opportunity to directly compare the biodiversity of early seral habitats generated by high severity wildfire, fire followed by salvage logging, and management practices associated with industrial plantation forestry. Technicians will be involved in data collection to characterize communities of birds, wild bees, ground beetles, and plants, as well as forest structure. We are particularly seeking individuals with a high degree of expertise in plant identification or avian point count techniques, ideally in early seral environments and/or in southwest Oregon. Housing will be provided in the town of Myrtle Creek and compensation will range from $13.73 - $19.51 per hour, commensurate with experience. We anticipate a start date of 4/19/21, extending through 8/22/21, though we may be able to accommodate some flexibility in start/end dates on an individual basis. For more information and to submit an application, please see https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/95890. For full consideration, please apply by January 3, 2021. Questions can be directed to Graham Frank (graham [dot] frank [at] oregonstate.edu) or Meg Krawchuk (meg [dot] krawchuk [at] oregonstate.edu). Posted: 11/25/20.

Pennsylvania State University: The Department of Ecosystem Science and Management is hiring seasonal technicians to collect forest monitoring data in national parks in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. This work is part of a long-term forest health monitoring program that provides park staff with crucial information on the condition of the parks' vegetation and how this condition is changing over time. Demonstrated experience in forest ecology, meticulous data collection skills, strong work ethic, and positive attitude are required. Applicants should enjoy working outdoors in a variety of conditions and be able to identify common trees and shrubs of Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Applicants must be able to follow complex detailed field protocols and work as a member of a team. Crew members will be expected to carefully follow required safety precautions. The ability to hike long distances carrying a 25+ pound backpack and work long hours in adverse conditions (e.g. steep terrain, hot/humid weather, stinging/biting insects, irritating plants) and in remote field sites is a must. Applicants should be able to navigate in the woods by compass and using GPS. Familiarity with Access databases is preferred. The positions will begin in May 2021 and continue for 12-18 weeks with compensation of $15-17 per hour depending on experience. To apply, please compile: 1) a brief cover letter, 2) a resume, and 3) contact information for three references into a single PDF document with your last name at the beginning of the file name. Email your application to Stephanie Perles [sjp16 at psu dot edu] by February 19, 2021. Posted: 2/8/21.

Purdue University: The Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment is hiring overstory survey technicians for the 2021 summer field season. Overstory survey technicians will help carry out research on the effects of silvicultural treatments on the ecology of managed forests as part of the Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment (HEE) near Bloomington, IN. The primary duty for these positions will be to conduct overstory tree surveys including measurement and identification of trees, saplings, and seedlings as well as shrubs. Overstory crew members may also be asked to assist with sampling of forest insects and moths at certain times throughout the field season. You can find more details about the positions as well as how to apply on the HEE website "Jobs" page https://heeforeststudy.org/jobs/. Posted: 1/14/21.

South Atlantic Environmental Research Institute: GIS officer (4-6 month duration). Location: Stanley, Falkland Islands. Salary: starting at £24k per annum, pro-rata. Applications due: 14 August. SAERI, based in the Falkland Islands, is seeking a GIS Officer. This exciting short-term position is an excellent opportunity to kick-start or continue your GIS career and join a dynamic research team in a wildlife wonderspot. The ideal candidate will have GIS experience and have completed a university degree in GIS or related discipline. Experience with QGIS and data management is a must and an understanding of webGIS and CKAN would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, and have excellent communication skills. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.south-atlantic-research.org/jobs/. Posted: 8/6/20.

USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center: Seasonal Biological Science (Field) Technician Positions. GG-404-5/6/7 Field Technicians Salary: $18.03 – $22.34 per hour Vacancy #s: CRG-21-002, Posting # 2721515 CRG-21-003, Posting # 2721520 CRG-21-004, Posting # 2721527 March 28, 2021 through approx. September 11, 2021 Temporary - Fulltime, with possible periods of PT or Intermittent work. Duty station: Corvallis, OR. 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 reptiles. Including visual encounter, mark/recapture, habitat quantification. 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 or reptile 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 highly variable weather conditions for long hours. Exposure to stinging and biting invertebrates is common and should be expected. For details and to apply, see Oregon Worksource: http://www.emp.state.or.us/jobs/ (search for "CRG-21" - searching for posting # doesn't work). Make sure to indicate in your application the Job # . For more information please contact: Michelle Schatz – USGS FRESC HQ – for application questions -Ph. (541)750-1040 OR Email: gs_nw_fresc_jobs@usgs.gov. Closes 1/22/2021. Posted: 1/14/21.

USGS Sequoia-Kings Canyon Field Station: searching for people interested in summer 2021 Biological Science Technician positions in Forest Ecology. Pay: GG-5 (~$16.90/hour). Location: Three Rivers, California. Duties: Collect field data for long term forest research projects in Sequoia and Yosemite NPs. Measure forest demographics, including mapping and measuring trees and determining cause of death. Collect fuels data. Gain knowledge and experience in ecological research, identifying Sierran trees, forest pathology, and mapping trees. Up to 10 positions will be filled. Positions are full-time, start in mid-May, and will last about 4-5 months. Qualifications: Must be a US Citizen in order to qualify. Also need bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience. Some field work experience required. Want people with some biological coursework and experience; an interest in forest and/or field ecology; who want to work outdoors, like to work in small teams, and have strong interpersonal skills. Federal housing might be available for rent, depending on COVID. Personal vehicle is recommended. If interested: e:mail a cover letter, resume, list of references, and unofficial transcripts to: Anne Pfaff at ahpfaff@usgs.gov To be considered, please send information by February 10, 2021. For more information, call Anne at (559) 730-8948 or e:mail at ahpfaff@usgs.gov. Posted: 1/14/21.

USGS Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center: Title: Geneticist (Student). Position: Student Service Contractor. Location: La Crosse, WI Hourly Rate of Pay: $33.35 (GS Scale Equivalent GS-09). Duration: 6 months; potential for extension up to one year. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, but please apply no later than July 1, 2021. Job Summary: Primary service provided by the student is to assist with laboratory activities for studies of community eDNA metabarcoding and carp egg genotyping and parentage reconstruction. The USGS provides scientific support to agencies and partners to help monitor invasive species as well as native communities of conservation concern. The USGS requires help for molecular ecology projects including, but not limited to, eDNA metabarcoding of multiple communities and estimation of spawner number through grass carp egg genotyping. The eDNA metabarcoding projects include identification of pollinators through floral sampling and both vertebrate and macroinvertebrate communities at wetland sites. Grass carp spawner estimation will use a recently developed GT-Seq panel to genotype eggs and parentage reconstruction algorithms to estimate the total number of spawning adults. The student or recent graduate hire will be expected to help with DNA extractions, genomic library preparation for high throughput sequencing, analysis of sequencing data using bioinformatic pipelines, and quantitative analysis for each project. Qualifications: Completion of at least 1 year graduate-level coursework in molecular ecology, bioinformatics, population ecology, quantitative ecology, evolutionary biology or closely related field. Experience in the laboratory with DNA extraction, PCR, genomic library preparation, with the ideal candidate having prior experience with bioinformatics. Prior experience working on projects using high-throughput sequencing data is highly desirable. Knowledge and experience with population genetic algorithms and software, particularly COLONY. Careful attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently in a laboratory setting. Required Documents: Cover Letter: brief letter describing interest in position. CV: include contact information, as well as, relevant knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and contact information for three references. Eligibility: Students are eligible if they have 1 or more years of postgraduate college course work, graduated but received a college/university degree less than 12 months ago and are at least 18 years of age. Non-US citizens may be eligible to participate, depending on their immigration status and the applicable regulations of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service. USGS employees, their spouses, and their children are not eligible to participate in this program. Notice: Students are paid for each hour worked. Students will be working as independent contractors and do not receive a premium rate for work beyond 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week. Additionally, students are paid only for hours worked (with no holiday or personal leave benefits). Students do earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked. Pay Rates for students include cost of self-employment taxes for social security and Medicare. This announcement is to fill one vacancy. How To Apply, please email application materials to Stephen Spear (sfspear@usgs.gov). Posted: 6/17/21.

University of Florida: Field supervisor in spatial ecology and conservation. We are seeking a highly motivated biologist to supervise a field experiment. This biologist will work as part of a collaborative research group on a NSF-funded project investigating the role of habitat loss, habitat fragmentation, and matrix quality on the population and community dynamics of insect herbivores. The project includes field work at the nearby Ordway-Swisher Biological Station, including experiments manipulating habitat and matrix types, using prickly-pear cactus and their associated species as a model system (see, e.g., Fletcher et al. 2011, 2013, 2014, 2018). We expect the biologist to work from May 2021 (ideal start date: May 10, but date is flexible) until Nov 1 2021, with a potential for extending it until July 2022. Duties and responsibilities include coordinating field surveys, GPS and GIS work, mark-recapture, greenhouse work, database management, and supervising interns. Expectations include working in the field approximately 4 days / week throughout this time period, being able to work under hot and buggy conditions during some times of the year, and tolerating cactus spines. Prior field experience, some GIS experience, strong organizational skills, and interest in field experiments are preferred. Pay $13/hour for 40 hours/week. Field vehicle will be provided for research. Housing is not provided. For more information, see: http://fletcherlab.com . If you are interested in the position, please send a CV, unofficial transcripts, names of 3 references, and a brief statement of why you are interested in the position to Thomas Smith (email to: thomassmith@ufl.edu). We will begin reviewing applications on March 31. Posted: 3/25/21.

University of Florida: The Weecology Lab is looking for a technician to assist in image-based biodiversity surveys of everglades wading bird colonies and airborne forestry surveys. The technician will identify and quantify wading bird species and behaviors in aerial imagery, manage large imagery datasets, and assist the project manager. Ideal candidates will be able to work effectively remotely. Basic knowledge of bird biology and wading bird identification and/or tree identification are beneficial as is previous experience working with imagery such as camera trap or drone data and associated software (e.g., Zooniverse, Agisoft Photoscan, Adobe, Photoshop, Image J). The position will last at least for the Spring 2021 semester. The technician will receive $15/hr + benefits if working over 30 hours a week. Remote work is supported; computer and other home office equipment will be provided, as needed. Or working space at our lab on the UF campus is available, if desired. The technician will be invited to participate in weekly lab meetings (currently running remotely) and other professional development activities. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Glenda Yenni (gmyenni@ufl.edu) by February 5. Please include, in a single email attachment with the filename Yourlastname_app, 1) a short summary of your current research interests and why you are interested in this position (400 words or less) and 2) a description of prior work and/or research experience and the responsibilities, skills, and duties involved in those positions. Feel free to contact via email with any questions. Posted: 1/28/21.

University of Florida: We have been monitoring wading bird nesting effort in the Florida everglades for decades, primarily through aerial imagery. A technician is needed to help support research with large imagery datasets. The technician will identify and quantify wading bird species and behaviors in imagery, manage large imagery datasets, assist the project manager when needed, and optionally aid in one week of Everglades field work via airboat in November (dependent on the current status of COVID-19 restrictions and the location of the technician). Ideal candidates will be able to work effectively remotely. Basic knowledge of bird biology and wading bird identification are beneficial as is previous experience working with imagery such as camera trap or drone data and associated software (e.g., Zooniverse, Agisoft Photoscan, Adobe, Photoshop, Image J). The position will last at least for the Fall 2020 semester. The technician will receive $15/hr + benefits if working over 30 hours a week. Remote work is supported; computer and other home office equipment will be provided, as needed. Or working space at our lab on the UF campus is available, if desired. The technician will be invited to participate in weekly lab meetings (currently running remotely) and other professional development activities. At Weecology, we are committed to supporting and training a diverse scientific workforce. We work hard to create a supportive and inclusive lab environment and expect all members of Weecology to abide by the lab code of conduct. Contact Dr. Glenda Yenni (gmyenni@ufl.edu) by September 20 with a short summary of your current research interests and why you are interested in this position and a description of prior work and/or research experience and the responsibilities, skills, and duties involved in those positions. Posted: 9/11/20.

University of Georgia: The River Basin Center and the Wenger Lab at the University of Georgia are seeking motivated and enthusiastic applicants for a temporary field, laboratory and office technician position. The technician will be involved with a variety of projects that focus on freshwater fish conservation and ecology in the Upper Coosa River basin as well as the potential for other aquatic ecology projects. The technician will interact with multiple principal investigators, research professionals, and graduate students. Field work involves participating as a crew member conducting fish surveys in the upper Coosa Basin, installing and maintaining water quality sensors, collecting water samples and helping with other studies. Field research may require overnight travel for up to five days at a time (transportation is provided departing from UGA). Some work may be in remote locations under adverse conditions, and work is physically challenging; successful applicants must be reasonably fit. Laboratory research involves fish sorting and identification, aquatic invertebrate sorting and identification, water quality analyses, and other standard aquatic ecology techniques. Office research includes data entry, literature reviews, and online research. This position runs from approximately June 5 through approximately January 10, 2022. Exact dates can be negotiated. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in Ecology, Fisheries, or related field. A valid driver's license is required. Previous experience in various aquatic ecology field and lab methods (e.g., fish surveys, invertebrate sorting, water sample collection, weighing) is a plus. Applicants should have excellent problem solving, time management, organization and communications skills. Proficiency with software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required, and experience with R is preferred. We actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, particularly those historically underrepresented, to apply. This position is ideal for candidates considering a career in aquatic ecology and aspirations of attending graduate school in a similar field. Field work will be based primarily in Athens and North Georgia. To apply and for complete details go to https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/195767. The job posting number is G/R12393P. A resume/CV and cover letter are required. Applications submitted by May 21, 2021 will receive full consideration. Posted: 5/14/21.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette: The Genung Lab is advertising 2-3 research technician positions for the spring and summer of 2021. Technicians will contribute to one of two projects: (1) plant-pollinator interactions in coastal prairies, or (2) the effects of predators on pollinator communities and plant fitness. For both projects, successful candidates will learn techniques in pollination ecology, field botany, and bee identification. (1) Prairies project: This job would focus on field work collecting bees from prairie habitats in southern Louisiana, plus associated data processing and curation (data recording, insect pinning and identification, etc.). We work along a gradient of prairies stretching from coastal marshes through upland pine savannahs. These prairies are critically threatened ecosystems and are high priorities for conservation. (2) Predators project: This job would focus on observing bees and predators in a common garden experiment, plus collecting and counting seeds to determine plant fitness. The common garden is located at the UL Ecology Center right outside Lafayette. Most studies of pollinator predators have used crab spiders, but this project focuses on the green lynx spider, which has a different hunting strategy and life history. The research technician positions would run for ~18 weeks (approx. 12 April - 13 August) at 40 hours per week, and would pay $11-14 per hour, depending on qualifications. The exact dates are flexible and open to discussion, especially if the proposed dates interfere with classes. Required Qualifications: Field research experience; willingness to working outside in hot, humid conditions; drivers' license; no known bee sting allergy; maturity and ability to work independently. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with field entomology and/or botany; experience curating insect and plant collections; personal vehicle. Please send (1) a short CV, (2) a 1-page description of your qualifications and how this research would help advance your career goals, and (3) contact information for three references, to mark.genung@louisiana.edu. Applications are due by 26 January 2021. Interviews will follow within two weeks of the deadline. Posted: 1/5/21.

University of Minnesota: The Plant Ecology lab is seeking independent and mature undergraduate or newly graduated students with a background or interest in biology, ecology, environmental science, forestry, or a related field for paid field research internships ($12/hr). Successful candidates will work at the B4WARMED (Boreal Forest Warming at an Ecotone in Danger) research experiment that warms plants and soil with summer rainfall removal in the field to examine tree seedlings response to warming and water limitation with respect to physiology, phenology, growth, and survival. More information about the lab and the project. Openings start in the middle/end July and go until the end of November. Start dates are flexible and up for negotiation. On average an internship lasts about 4+ months. Typical workdays are eight hours Monday through Friday; however, some tasks require early morning, evening, or weekend work (+40h/week). A valid driver’s license is required. Successful hires will work through variety of tasks with primary focus on tree biometric, ecophysiological and ecological measurements and data collections in the field with occasional site maintenance, laboratory work and treatment implementation. The intern will work in an individual and team setting. Consequently, a maturity to work autonomously often with long hours is required. Desired qualifications: 1) Eagerness to work hard in an outdoor setting, 2) Capacity to collect data following established protocols, 3) Familiarity with plant and tree species of northern Minnesota, 4) Willingness to work well and play well with others and live in remote area with others and/or alone, 5) Curiosity and passion for the natural world, 6) Flexibility to adapt to a frequently changing schedule, 7) Demonstrated ability to work under changing weather conditions with large swarms of insects. Field work will be split between research sites at the Cloquet Forestry Center in Cloquet, MN and the Hubachek Wilderness Research Center near Ely, MN. Both research sites are in beautiful forested settings and provide access to the natural areas of northern Minnesota including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. An individual’s home base will be at either of these locations, though travel between sites will be required depending on project needs. University vehicles are used for such travel. On-site fully furnished housing and kitchens are available. To apply please send cover letter (including available working dates), one-page resume, and contact information for two references electronically to Artur Stefanski (stefa066@umn.edu). Posted: 6/30/21.

University of Minnesota: A seasonal field research technician position is available in the Isbell Biodiversity Lab to work at Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve. The technician will supervise a team of undergraduate researchers to conduct research in multiple ongoing projects considering terrestrial plant community and ecosystem ecology in grasslands and forests. The Isbell lab has several ecological research projects that consider effects of global changes (habitat fragmentation, biodiversity loss, drought, nutrient enrichment, and warming) on grassland plant communities and ecosystem functioning, effects of bison reintroduction on oak trees and savannas, and effects of wolf recolonization on other wildlife. The position will include establishing a new field experiment, supervising a team of undergraduate researchers, sampling plants and soils in existing field experiments, sampling and maintaining a network of trail cameras, writing sampling protocols, and recording data and metadata. We have recently established a new landscape-scale grassland experiment that manipulates dispersal by habitat fragmentation and seed addition treatments. We are sampling this, and other experiments with drones carrying hyperspectral and lidar sensors, allowing observations of biodiversity and ecosystem functioning at multiple scales. Although the technician in this position will not be expected to collect remote sensing data, there will be an opportunity to learn more about this work. Start date: May 2021. Duration of position: Five months. Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in ecology or related fields at the time of appointment and experience conducting field research. Desired qualifications: experience supervising teams of field researchers, managing and analyzing data, and identifying grassland plant species. Application materials: cover letter; CV; and contact information for three references. To apply: 1) Visit https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs; 2) Click on the tab in the center of the page that corresponds to your situation; 3) Search Job ID #339551 - Seasonal Field Researcher Direct questions to: Forest Isbell at isbell@umn.edu. Posted: 3/25/21.

University of Nevada Reno: The Bisbing Forest Ecology & Silviculture Lab is hiring forestry technicians and research technicians for study sites across the Sierra Nevada in summer 2021 as part of the Sierra Nevada Adaptive Management Experiment. Forestry technicians will support silvicultural operations as part of the experimental treatment and reforestation initiatives, including planting and site preparation. Duties will primarily include, but are not limited to: marking timber, site preparation, hand piling, felling hazard trees, and planting seedlings. Preferred candidates will have previous experience working in mountainous field conditions, chainsaw use and/or sawyer qualifications, cruising and marking skills, experience or interest in planting seedlings, and the ability to work well with others for long hours under strenuous field conditions. Research technicians will collect data to support research on the impacts of varying intensity silviculture and climate change on forest composition, structure, and function. Duties will include, but are not limited to: mapping forest composition and structure, collecting pre- and post-treatment forest ecology and health data, sampling fuels transects, surveying understory plant communities, and installing provenance trial garden infrastructure. Additional responsibilities may include data entry and data quality control. Preferred candidates will have previous experience working in the field, Sierra Nevada plant identification skills (or strong background in plant identification), knowledge of tree measurements and forest ecosystem sampling, cruising and marking skills, and the ability to work well with others for long hours under strenuous field conditions. All technicians should be capable of hiking long distances with a heavy pack, have the ability to work under inclement weather conditions, have experience driving a 4wd truck, hold a valid driver’s license, and be able to work collegially as part of a research team in remote environments. Field work will involve driving on backcountry dirt roads and hiking and navigating off-trail. The field season will run for 16 consecutive weeks from late May or early June (dependent upon snowpack) through the end of September. Pay is $17/hr for technician positions ($21/hour for crew leads). Crew leads should have at least one summer of field technician experience. Housing on-site is provided as is a field vehicle for on-site work. Non-traditional housing may be necessary at some locations (camping, trailer, etc.). To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references compiled into a single PDF to: adaptiveforestmanagement@gmail.com. Review of applications will begin immediately, but submissions must be received by January 25th, 2021 for full consideration. For more information on the project, please visit: https://www.adaptive-forest-management-experiment.com Posted: 1/5/21.

University of New Mexico: We are hiring 8 to 12 field technicians to work at the Teakettle Experimental Forest for the 2021 summer field season. The Teakettle Experimental Forest is a 1300 ha old-growth, mixed-conifer forest located 80 km east of Fresno, CA in the southern Sierra Nevada. The 2021 field season will focus on collecting pretreatment data for a catchment wide prescribed burn that will be implemented in the fall of 2021. The crew will be tasked with establishing experimental plots, mapping forest structure using a surveyor's total station, basic tree measurements, and conducting fuels transect surveys. Additionally, a subset of the crew will be tasked with conducting understory vegetation surveys and identifying the local flora to the species level. The crew will also assist visiting scientists with their projects as needed. These projects may include basic soils work (coring, soil moisture, etc.), seedling inventories, and tree coring. Desired skills include plant identification, use of a total station, basic knowledge of tree measurements, and previous experience working as a crewmember. The facilities at Teakettle are rustic due to the remote location of the station. The cabin has solar power, bathrooms, a kitchen and common space; individuals will spend the summer sleeping in tents. The nearest town for supplies is Shaver Lake, CA, approximately a 1-hour drive from the field station. There is no WIFI or cellphone service at the field station. The pay rate is $15/hour and crew members will work four 10-hour days each week with 3-day weekends. The field season will run for 12 weeks from the middle of June to early September. The official start date will be determined in late April. Preference will be given to applicants who have spent at least one season working on a field crew or have experience working at a remote field location. Preference will also be given to applicants who have prior experience with plant identification, basic tree measurements (i.e., DBH), line-intercept sampling or using a total station. Apply: go to https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ and search for req14099, Field Research Tech/Life Sci, or Teakettle. In your cover letter, please specify if you have an interest in working on the understory vegetation surveys. Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2021. Please note that a New Mexico Driver's License IS NOT REQUIRED for this position. If you have any questions regarding the application process or about the Teakettle project, please contact Marissa Goodwin at mjgoodwin@unm.edu. Posted: 1/14/21.

University of Texas Austin: We seek an energetic, motivated research technician to participate in experiments on the ecology, physiology, and genomics of switchgrass. This is an opportunity to participate in integrative research studying the genetic basis of ecological processes in an important native grass species. The position will be administered through the University of Texas at Austin and stationed with Philip Fay’s group at the USDA Grassland, Soil, and Water Lab in Temple, TX. This position is expected to continue for six months with possible extensions based on job performance and progress towards research goals. See the full job ad to apply, submitting a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references. Direct any questions about the position to Robert Heckman (robert.heckman@utexas.edu). Start date is negotiable, but preference will be given to applicants who are available earlier. Posted: 1/14/21.

University of Wisconsin-Madison: The Environmental Data Initiative (EDI) is excited to announce 16 ecological data management training fellowships for the period June 14 - August 19, 2021. The fellowships are intended for undergraduate, graduate and recently graduated students legally living in the US. The fellows will receive training in data management and publishing and gain hands-on experience with specific host research sites. For details on the fellowship program and how to apply, please visit https://environmentaldatainitiative.org/edi-2021-summer-fellowship-program/. The application deadline is March 22, 2021. Please contact Susanne Grossman-Clarke (grossmanclar@wisc.edu) with any questions. Posted: 3/19/21.

University of Wisconsin-Madison: The Gratton Lab is currently hiring for summer 2021 field assistants, and we're looking for outstanding undergrads and college graduates who might like to apply. Multiple positions are available to work with bees, butterflies, and lady beetles. To learn more visit our lab website. Our goal is to make more space for diversity in this field, so underrepresented students are encouraged to apply. Applications are due FEBRUARY 12. Posted: 1/28/21.

Utah State University: Dr. Peter Adler (USU) and Dr. Matt Germino (USGS) seek experienced field ecologists to help implement and monitor a series of experiments focused on understanding how climate change will affect the trajectory of the cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum) invasion in the Intermountain West. Two positions are available: one stationed in Logan, Utah with Adler's research group, and the other stationed in Boise, Idaho with Germino's research group. These are seasonal, hourly positions ($12-13/hr) for the period June-September, 2021. To apply, visit: https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/3283/job. To receive full consideration, please apply by March 1. Posted: 2/8/21.