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Botanical Research Institute of Texas: The Conservation Team at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden|Botanical Research Institute of Texas is excited to announce that we are seeking to fill two paid internship positions this summer for up-and-coming researchers interested in field biology, botany, and conservation! The 10-week paid internship will run from mid-May to August 2022 and will provide ample opportunity for interns to get their hands dirty contributing to real, impactful conservation work! Interns must be eligible to work in the U.S. and preference will be given to DFW-based interns. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a deadline of April 15, 2022. Please see the full internship descriptions. If you are interested in these opportunities, please send any inquiries and/or your CV and a short cover letter explaining your previous research/biology experiences and why you would be a fantastic intern to conservation@brit.org. Posted: 3/16/22.

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies: “Mouse-mast” Project Assistant - Up to 3 Positions. We research the dynamics of mammalian communities and the relationships between mammals, ticks, oak trees, and Lyme disease risk. Location is the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Duties include live-trapping small mammals, reliably recording trapping data, sampling abundance of ticks, wildlife camera deployment, and tree seed collection within eastern deciduous forest plots. Early morning, late afternoon hours and occasional weekends are required. Qualifications: Meticulous attention to detail and experience in field ecology is required. Prior experience handling small mammals in the field is highly desirable. Employment can begin May 9 or May 16, 2022, with an end date of approximately mid-November 2022. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld and is full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, non-exempt, non-benefited position. Wage is commensurate with education and experience. The final candidates will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving background check successfully. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. On-site or nearby housing is available. Review of applications will begin on January 24, 2022. Apply here. Please click the “Apply Now” button. Under “Resume” on the application page, click the “Upload Resume” link to upload a single PDF file consisting of a letter of application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Please contact Patricia Jones (845-677-7600 x. 109) with any questions about applying. Posted: 1/14/22.

Chicago Botanic Garden: Seeds of Success Lead Botanists and Field Technicians. Lead Botanists - Great Basin (2). Locations: Ely or Battle Mountain, NV; Salt Lake City, UT Start date: May 16th; SOS Training on May 10th and 11th. Term length: 22 weeks. Salary: Salaried at 80 hours per two-week pay period - $22.30/hour These Great Basin Lead Botanist positions are contract-funded positions for five months, each leading a Seeds of Success (SOS) collection crew of one field technician. The botanist based in Ely or Battle Mountain will be responsible for scouting and making collections in the Ely and Battle Mountain BLM District Offices. The botanist based in Salt Lake City will be responsible for scouting and making collections within the Salt Lake, Richfield, and Cedar City BLM Field Offices. The team will be responsible for recording scouting and collection data on a Geoplatform group through Survey123 and Field Maps on an iPad. Field Technicians (4) Locations: One western Mojave location - Ridgecrest, CA and three Great Basin locations Boise, ID; Battle Mountain or Ely, NV, and Susanville, CA Start date: as soon as possible for Ridgecrest, CA; May 16th for ID and NV, June 6th for Susanville, CA; SOS Training on May 10th and 11th Term length: Ridgecrest position is from hire date to 9/30/22; 22 weeks for Great Basin positions Salary: Salaried at 80 hours per two-week pay period - $18.23/hour Find more details and apply at: - Ridgecrest, CA position not yet posted - send application materials to cwoolridge@chicagobotanic.org - ID and NV - Susanville, CA. These Field Technician positions are contract-funded positions for 5 to 7 months, working on Seeds of Success collections crews. We are currently looking to fill four positions: one working in the Ridgecrest, Barstow, and Bishop BLM Field Offices, based in Ridgecrest CA; one working in the Bruneau and Owyhee BLM Field Offices based in Boise, ID; one working in the Battle Mountain and Ely BLM District Offices, and one working in the Eagle Lake and Applegate BLM Field Offices based in Susanville, CA. The team will be responsible for recording scouting and collection data on a Geoplatform group through Survey123 and Field Maps on an iPad. Posted: 2/28/22.

Chicago Botanic Garden: several positions for the Conservation and Land Management Internship Program. Positions are with the US Fish and Wildlife Service in Klamath Falls, Oregon (3 interns) and the US Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station in Rapid City, South Dakota (1 intern). Positions would be for 24 and 18 weeks, respectively, at $17.10/hour. Positions have a target start dates of early to mid-May, with some flexibility. Housing is provided for the Rapid City position. Please find more details about each position and directions on applying at: https://www.clminternship.org. Posted: 2/23/22.

Chicago Botanic Garden: The Echinacea Project is recruiting students and recent graduates to conduct research in the tallgrass prairie. Team Echinacea investigates ecology and evolution in fragmented prairie habitat in western Minnesota, focusing on a model organism, the purple coneflower. This summer, we will investigate the effects of spring fires on summer flowering, pollination, and plant reproduction. Read more about our work with fire in Popular Science (https://www.popsci.com/story/environment/prairie-fire-flowers/) or watch a video about this research (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTLXwNQ-BYI). Field assistants and interns will contribute to ongoing research projects and develop an independent research project related to plant ecology, pollination biology, evolution, statistics, or conservation. No field experience is necessary, but enthusiasm is a must! Interns will gain a breadth of experience including supervising a team of volunteer citizen scientists in the lab at the Chicago Botanic Garden. This is a great opportunity for aspiring ecologists, conservation biologists, and evolutionary biologists to gain research experience. Applications are due starting March 3rd. We especially encourage individuals from groups underrepresented in science to apply. Learn more and apply at: http://echinaceaproject.org/opportunities. Posted: 2/14/22.

Chicago Botanic Garden: hiring Lead Botanists and Field Technicians to scout and make large native seed collections in support of the Seeds of Success program. Positions are funded by contracts with the Bureau of Land Management. Crews are based in several locations with different start dates and lengths: - NE Mojave Crew (AZ, NV, UT) - 1 Senior Botanist and 2 Field Technicians based in St. George, UT (2/14/22 - 9/30/22) - El Centro, CA Crew - 1 Botanist and 1 Field Technician (2/14/22 - 8/12/22) - Western Colorado Crew - 1 Botanist and 1 Field Technician based in Grand Junction, CO area (2/28/22 - 11/10/22) - Great Basin Crews - 3 Botanists and 3 Field Technicians based in Boise ID, Hines/Vale, OR, and Salt Lake City, UT (5/16/22 - 10/14/22) - West Great Basin Crew - 1 Botanist and 1 Field Technician based in Susanville, CA (6/6/22 - 10/28/22). Crews will be responsible for Identifying potential population locations, making collections, and documenting all scouted populations and collections through ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123. Lead Botanists will be responsible for planning field weeks and trips, coordinating and communicating with CBG and BLM, confirming target plant species identification, and ensuring data and report quality. Please find more information at: https://www.chicagobotanic.org/jobs Apply here. Posted: 12/8/21.

Cleveland Metroparks: seeking crew members to work with the Plant Community Assessment Program to assist with long-term vegetation monitoring in Cleveland Metroparks. The position reports to the Vegetation Research Coordinator at West Creek Reservation; however, will work at reservations across Cleveland Metroparks. Essential Functions: -Participates as a member of a 3-person field crew led by the Field Botanist -Assists in navigating to, setting up and sampling 0.1 hectare (20 m x 50m) permanent vegetation sampling plots -Records and maintains accurate, well-organized data in written and electronic format -Safely operates and maintains equipment including but not limited to forestry measurement tools, portable data collectors, and other related equipment. -Soil sample preparation -Prepares plant voucher specimens. Wage $16 per hour. Search for "Botanist" to see the full job ad. Interviews begin end of February. Positions start in mid May. Housing may be available. Posted: 2/14/22.

Colgate University: Post-Baccalaureate Research Associate in Conservation Paleobiology. The Dept. of Geology is hiring a post-bac researcher for a 9 month position to start mid-May 2022. The post-bac will work on marine conservation paleobiology projects in the northern Gulf of Mexico, specifically live-dead analyses of molluscan life history traits. Position will include offshore fieldwork in Louisiana, Alabama, and Florida, and data collection at analysis on the Colgate campus in Hamilton, New York. Review of applications will begin February 28, 2022 and continue until filled. To apply: https://careers.colgate.edu/postings/3861. Posted: 1/21/22.

Colorado State University: recruiting one full time temporary GIS/spatial analyst position. Initial appointment will be through October 2022, with potential for an additional 12 month appointment depending on funding. Overall project goals will be to model and map spatial variability in crop yield (corn, wheat, sorghum) based on landscape factors, such as topography or soil physical and chemical characteristics, in a dryland cropping system. The desired candidate will have advanced knowledge and experience with geospatial coding and analyses (R or Python preferred) and experience with (or a desire to learn) machine learning modeling. Background with plant biology, soil science, agronomy, or horticulture is strongly desired as well. Applications can be submitted through the CSU online portal. Applications will be accepted through December 15th 2021, but position will be filled once a suitable applicant is found. https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/94927. Please direct any questions to Dave Barnard - david.barnard@usda.gov. Posted: 11/19/21.

Conservation Corps New Mexico: 1) year-long Rare Plant Monitoring Crew Lead and two six-month Rare Plant Monitoring Crew Member positions! New Mexico is the 4th most floristically diverse state in the United States, with many rare endemics. The crew leader will supervise two crew members for the New Mexico Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Rare Plant Monitoring Initiative, operated by Conservation Corps New Mexico. See the links above for details and to apply. Posted: 1/13/21.

Florida International University: We are looking for a lead technician for a series of seagrass mesocosm experiments to be conducted in the Marine Science Building on FIU's Biscayne Bay campus. Main responsibilities include setting up mesocosms, maintaining them and sampling seagrasses and sediments from within the tanks over the course year-long experiments. Additional duties may include the laboratory preparation of seagrass samples for chemical analysis, along with computer data entry and QA/QC procedures. Familiarity with marine biology, water chemistry and aquarium maintenance required. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills are also essential. Project to begin in October 2021. Pay rate: $17.50/hr for 20 hr/wk. Applications are being accepted immediately. Please send: 1) your CV including relevant skills, and (2) contact information for 2 references to Dr. Justin Campbell at jcampbel@fiu.edu. Posted: 9/22/21.

Jones Center at Ichauway: 1-2 full-time, temporary Seasonal Technician positions in the Ecohydrology Lab. One position begins in August and one in September of 2022. Both last through December 2022, with possibility of extension. Primary duties center on routine field work, sample processing, and assisting with graduate research projects. Duties include: 1) construction and maintenance of sap flow probes and meteorological sensors; 2) routine measurements of throughfall and leaf area; 3) maintaining wetland sensors; 4) tree identification, 5) processing plant biomass; and 6) data entry. Candidates must be willing to work under demanding field conditions (i.e., heat, high humidity, and biting insects), demonstrate an attentive approach to data collection, and work with minimal supervision. A Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree, or progress toward a degree in ecology, forestry or related field is preferred. Experience in ecohydrology, forest hydrology, or plant physiology is a plus. Prior experience working in remote settings is desirable. Candidates should be able to master proper operation of complicated field instrumentation and the patience to troubleshoot when issues arise. Wages: $11-12/ hr, housing provided; $12-14/hr without housing. Rate depends on candidate’s degree. A cover letter, resume, college transcripts and list of references should be emailed to: jobs@jonesctr.org and stribling.stuber@jonesctr.org; Subject: Ecohydrology Seasonal Technician. Applications received by June 30, 2022 will receive highest consideration. Full job ad (pdf). For more information, see http://bit.ly/jones_center or the Ecohydrology lab’s website and twitter page (@Treewater229). Posted: 6/6/22.

Jones Center at Ichauway: The Plant Ecology lab invites applications for a Seasonal Technician position. Job duties primarily consist of seed collection and processing, but also include collecting long-term vegetation and photopoint data, data entry, and other field and laboratory work as needed. This 3-month position begins in mid-May 2022, with the possibility of extension. On-site housing is provided on a limited basis, but is optional. This position will report directly to the Plant Ecology Research Associate. The 28,000-acre research center is located approximately 30 miles south of Albany, Georgia. The Center's research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, more than 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems. Qualifications: Seasonal Technician I - Ability to independently follow instructions. 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). Previous experience with seed collection or plant identification in the southeastern U.S. and the use of dichotomous keys is highly desired. Excel, GIS, and laboratory-related experience is also preferable. Must have a valid driver's license. Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to work in the Plant Ecology lab. Seasonal Technician II - As above for Seasonal Technician I, plus an undergraduate degree in biology, botany, horticulture, plant ecology, or a related field or one year of relevant work experience. Wages: Seasonal Technician I - $10/hour (with housing), $12/hour (without housing). Seasonal Technician II - $12/hour (with housing), $14/hour (without housing). Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, list of relevant coursework, list of three references with contact information, and the date they are available to begin working as a single document by email to: jobs@jonesctr.org AND lisa.giencke@jonesctr.org, Subject: Plant Ecology Seasonal Technician. For specific questions or more information on this position, contact: Lisa Giencke, Plant Ecology Research Associate, by email: lisa.giencke@jonesctr.org or phone: (229) 734-4706. Posted: 1/14/22.

Jones Center at Ichauway: we are currently accepting applications to fill 1 full-time, temporary Seasonal Technician position in the Ecohydrology Lab. The position will begin in January 2022 for an initial term of 6 months, with the possibility of extension. The Ecohydrology Lab conducts research focused on the intersection of upland longleaf pine forest dynamics and hydrology at local and regional scales. The employee's primary duties will center on routine field work, sample processing, and assisting with graduate research projects. Duties may include: 1) construction, installation and maintenance of sap flow probes and meteorological sensors; 2) frequent, routine measurements of throughfall and leaf area; 3) data collection from and maintenance of wetland HOBO sensors; 4) collection and processing of plant biomass samples; and 5) data entry. The 28,500-acre research center is located in southwestern Georgia between Albany and Bainbridge. The Center's research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, over 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems. Further information can be found on the Jones Center's website, or on the Ecohydrology lab's website and twitter page (@Treewater229). Job Requirements: The successful candidate must be willing to conduct sometimes strenuous physical activity under demanding field conditions (i.e., heat, high humidity, and biting insects), demonstrate an attentive and thoughtful approach to data collection, and to work with minimal supervision. Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree, an Associate's degree, or progress toward a degree in biology, ecology, forestry, natural resources management or a related field is preferred. Experience or coursework in ecohydrology, forest hydrology, and/or plant physiology is a plus. Prior experience working in remote field settings is highly desirable. The optimal candidate will also have the motivation and ability to master the safe and proper operation of complicated field instrumentation and the patience to troubleshoot when issues arise. Wages: $11-12 per hour with on-site housing provided; $12-14 per hour without housing. Rate depends on degree obtained by date of hire. To Apply: A cover letter, resume, college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) and list of references should be emailed to: jobs@jonesctr.org AND stribling.stuber@jonesctr.org; Subject: Ecohydrology Seasonal Technician (please use exact wording in the subject line, otherwise your application may be overlooked). Specific questions regarding the position should be sent to the Ecohydrology Research Associate, Stribling Stuber (stribling.stuber@jonesctr.org). Applications received by November 30, 2021 will receive highest consideration. Posted: 11/19/21.

Klamath Bird Observatory: seasonal field technicians from May 2nd through July 15th (1-2 positions available starting in June through July 15th), to complete point count surveys throughout the diverse and beautiful regions of southern Oregon, eastern Oregon, and/or northern California. Technicians will work for multiple projects consisting of monitoring effects of oak and stream restoration and long-term monitoring in both private and public lands. Surveyors will work in northeastern Oregon conifer forests, eastern Oregon sagebrush habitat, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Oregon Caves National Monument, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, and/or Crater Lake National Park. Applicants should be able to identify a large variety of Western birds as they may be working in a range of habitats including oak woodlands, riparian areas, coniferous forests, montane meadows, and shrub-steppe. Primary responsibilities will include conducting point count surveys and vegetation sampling along off-road transects following standard protocols, and associated data entry. Other tasks may be assigned if time permits. Field training on protocol methodology and distance estimation will be provided at the onset of the season. Camping independently, often at undeveloped or dispersed sites, will be required for most work. A small number of sites also require overnight backcountry camping. Experience and comfort with backpacking to sites will be discussed and agreed upon prior to the field season and is not required for every position. A field vehicle may be provided, but some crew members may need to have the flexibility to drive their personal vehicle for work if necessary. If technicians are required to drive their personal vehicle, mileage reimbursement will be provided. Qualifications: Applicants should have at least one full season of point count field experience, have a full range of hearing, be in excellent physical condition, and be comfortable working and camping independently. Required qualifications include ability to identify western birds by sight and sound, estimate distance to individual birds, hike in steep and rugged off-trail conditions, follow standardized protocols, collect and record meticulous data, communicate effectively, work independently in the forest, work in inclement weather conditions, and tolerate working in areas containing poison oak. Surveyors must possess good map reading, GPS, and orienteering skills and be eager to work long days in the field. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurance. Technicians must be willing and able to adhere to strict health and safety guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic throughout the duration of hire. KBO requires that all Employees and Student Interns be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, and be able to provide proof of vaccination status. Salary $3000/month, plus reimbursement for mileage at the federal rate if required to drive a personal vehicle. To Apply Send cover letter (including dates of availability and vehicle type), resume, and contact information for three references in a single PDF document to Stephanie Loredo (sal@klamathbird.org). Hiring will be ongoing until all positions have been filled. Offers are contingent on the status of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent health and safety mandates throughout the field season. Posted: 2/23/22.

Marine Biological Laboratory: The Ecosystems Center is seeking applicants for 2-3 summer field assistant positions on an ongoing ecological research project investigating Arctic lakes ecosystem function and response to climate change. These positions are associated with the National Science Foundation Arctic Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) program. These positions will be located at the Toolik Field Station in northern Alaska. Toolik Field Station (TFS) is a world-renowned Arctic field station located 360 road miles north of Fairbanks on the rural Dalton Highway. The remote station supports researchers, students, and others from around the world. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to gain research experience in ecology and environmental science and meet outstanding research scientists from around the world. For additional information about the Ecosystems Center and its programs, visit our web site at http://www.mbl.edu/ecosystems. Chemistry Summer Field Assistant: The successful candidate will participate in research on the quantitative and qualitative analyses of nutrients in natural water Duties include facilitating chemical measurements through the preparation of standards and reagents, and the maintenance of instruments for a multi-user laboratory at the Toolik Field Station. The candidate will also assist in field work sampling lakes for a variety of routine and non-routine limnological parameters. Prior chemistry experience is required. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of one or more senior project collaborators. General Aquatic Summer Field Assistant(s): This position will involve sampling lakes for a variety of routine and non- routine limnological parameters, basic data analysis, and some laboratory The successful applicant will work under the supervision of one or more senior project collaborators. Candidates for these jobs should be available to live at Toolik Field Station for approximately three months during June, July, August with some flexibility in start and end dates. Travel to Toolik Field Station is paid for by the grant as well as the cost of room and board at the station and a salary. Basic Qualifications: Applicants must be college graduates (BS or MS), with significant course work and/or field experience in ecology or related field. More information and application instructions may be found online at: https://tinyurl.com/2fkw5est. Posted: 2/23/22.

Michigan State University: The Wetzel Lab is hiring undergraduate or post-bacc research technicians for our 2022 summer field season at Kellogg Biological Station. We study the ecology of plants and insects. Assistants could work on one or both of our two main projects related to climate variability, extreme events, and plant-insect ecology: Project 1: How do heat waves influence the ecology of crops, pest insects, predatory insects, and tritrophic interactions in a potato agroecosystem? Project 2: How does the timing of extreme weather affect milkweed and its interactions with insects, including the monarch butterfly? Assistant duties may include growing plants and insects, counting insects, measuring plants, setting up experiments, observing insect behavior, and recording data. Dates are flexible, but ideally mid-May or early June through August. Pay rate is $13/hr with free housing provided at Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Corners, MI. To apply, please use https://careers.msu.edu and search for job posting no. 764376, and submit your application by 15 March. Feel free to email Dr. Wetzel (wcwetzel@msu.edu) with questions. Preference will be given to candidates pursuing science careers. Posted: 3/9/22.

Michigan State University: The Haddad Lab is hiring three field technicians for research on the St. Francis' satyr butterfly in the summer of 2022 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. 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. Technicians will start May 16 and end August 16, with start and end dates somewhat flexible. Field housing is currently being identified by the supervisor and costs will be shared among the technicians. For more information and to apply, visit https://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/job/509100/technical-aide. Applications close: Apr 30, 2022. Posted: 2/23/22.

Michigan State University: Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI) is hiring up to 10 seasonal field technicians for the upcoming field season to work on projects with herpetofauna. MNFI is part of Michigan State University Extension. Supervisor(s): Ashley Adkins and Yu Man Lee. Location: Various locations throughout Michigan. Salary Range: $16-18 per hour, commensurate with training and experience. Travel expenses will be reimbursed. Application Deadline: 6 February 2022 (may be extended if needed). Term of Employment: Approximately April - late July/August 2022, depending on position/project; possible extension into September pending available funding. Minimum Qualifications: >2 years study toward B.S. in wildlife biology, zoology, natural resource management, or closely related field. Description of Position and Duties: Up to 10 field technicians will be hired to conduct field work in support of various MNFI research, monitoring, and inventory projects. Working closely with the principal investigators, technicians will plan field activities, conduct surveys, and ensure accurate data collection. Duties will include evaluating potential sampling sites; conducting amphibian and reptile surveys; handling, measuring, and marking animals; collecting blood and/or tissue samples; sampling vegetation and habitat characteristics; cleaning and maintaining equipment; processing specimens; and entering and compiling data in the field/office. Technicians will focus primarily on surveys for rare amphibians and reptiles, with target group/species depending on position and projects, but will include surveys for Blanding's turtles, spotted turtles, wood turtles, eastern massasaugas, and/or other herp species of conservation concern. Field sampling will regularly require long hours and flexible work schedules under adverse working conditions (e.g., hot and humid weather, long and difficult hikes in wetlands, and biting insects). Work over some holidays and/or weekends, travel to study sites throughout Michigan, and the use of a personal vehicle will be required (mileage reimbursed at standard rate). Desired qualifications: familiarity with Michigan and/or Midwestern ecosystems; experience conducting reptile and/or amphibian surveys and handling and marking live animals; ability to identify common Michigan plant species; and capability to navigate via map, compass, and GPS. Applicants must have valid driver's license and should be comfortable working alone in remote locations and potentially using watercrafts (kayaks, canoes, small boats). Attention to detail, ability to adapt and problem solve, a willingness to learn, and a good sense of humor are essential. Applicants should be able to work both independently and as part of a team and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Apply: https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/509200/. Please include cover letter (directly addressing the above position description), resume, and three professional references. Please include the position number on all materials and start and end dates for which you would be available to work in your cover letter. Close date: Feb 6, 2022. Posted: 1/21/22.

Monarch Joint Venture: Field Technician, Monarch Butterfly Habitat Monitoring (6 positions), Seasonal, full-time. Project Dates: March 7 - Mid-September, 2022; or March 7 - Mid-June 2022. Compensation: $15/hr. Priority Application Deadline: January 9, 2022 (open until filled). Travel required: Yes, extensively throughout California. Join the growing team of the Monarch Joint Venture, a nonprofit dedicated to conserving the monarch butterfly migration across North America. We are hiring up to three teams of field technicians (two persons each) to study monarch butterfly breeding and migratory habitat throughout California in 2022. Positions are full time, ~40 hours per week, with likelihood of paid overtime up to 50 hours per week. Field technicians must be able to commit to the full monitoring season (aside from one week of unpaid leave for technicians working through mid-September; to be coordinated among field teams), drive long distances, and live away from home during project dates. Technicians will travel extensively throughout the state collecting biological data on monarch butterflies, milkweed, and other floral resources. Field technicians will begin virtual training on March 7 and be expected to arrive in south-central California on March 14 to begin in-person field training. Field vehicle, fuel, and lodging costs are covered by the project grants. Travel to and from the training and work area at the beginning and end of the field season, food, and additional personal travel costs are the responsibility of the employee. Field season lodging will include a variety of hotels, houses (e.g., refuge bunkhouses), and camping throughout the sampling region. We will have two active projects during the 2022 field season, one evaluating pollinator habitat on randomly selected (often quite remote) points on California Bureau of Land Management land and another evaluating public and privately owned habitat restoration or enhancement projects in the southern half of California. The application form will ask for your availability for employment length, which are as follows (dates subject to change): Project period 1: March 7 - Mid-September (~6 months); Project period 2: March 7 - Mid-June (~3 months). View full position description and apply here: https://monarchjointventure.org/about-us/job-opportunities. Posted: 12/27/21.

Nantucket Conservation Foundation: The Science and Stewardship Department seeks two motivated, independent, and enthusiastic field assistants with strong botany skills for the 2022 field season. Primarily field-based, this position requires extensive plant identification experience. Field work includes documenting rare plants, research projects using vegetation community monitoring and wildlife monitoring. Field assistants will have the opportunity to gain experience in rare species conservation, land management-based research, applied ecological monitoring, and hands-on restoration activities while involved in a wide variety of different field work projects. Successful candidates MUST have an undergraduate degree completed by May 2022 in Ecology, Botany, Wildlife Ecology or a related field. Required to have at least one full field season of work experience. Applicant must have strong plant ID skills, particularly in the Northeast or comparable grassland areas. This is a full-time, temporary position beginning in May 2022 and ending in October 2022. Full Job description, required qualifications and application instructions found at: https://apply.workable.com/nantucket-conservation-foundation/. Deadline is Friday January 28, 2022 by 5pm. Posted: 12/21/21.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration: 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 2022 season (June 1- Aug 31) 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 (2001-2019) 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 20-30 circular plots (10.36 m radius) in burned and unburned forest in upland and lowland habitats. The ideal candidate has previous fieldwork experience or relevant experience in Alaska's back country. Must be eligible for the 2022 NASA internship program (a U.S. citizen enrolled full time in a degree-granting college or university, undergraduate or graduate program, for the 2022-23 academic year). 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. Wilderness First Responder or basic CPR certification is desired. Candidate will wear and know how to safely use a bear mace canister while in the field. Licensed firearm owner is a plus but not required. Experience/willingness to operate all-terrain vehicle (ATV), outboard motorboat, or airboat is a plus. Must be willing to take short helicopter trips to sites if necessary. Must provide own round-trip airfare to Alaska, and own lodging and meals in Fairbanks. Transportation to and from sites is provided, own vehicle is a plus. Eligible students from under-represented communities desiring field experience for a career in ecology, wildlife biology, botany, fish and game, forestry, or Alaskan/Northern studies are encouraged to apply. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to Diane Huebner at diane.c.huebner@nasa.gov. Application deadline: April 1, 2022. For more information on the NASA internship program, see https://intern.nasa.gov. Posted: 2/23/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: Attention Great Lakes area ecologists - the National Ecological Observatory Network is hiring seasonal field technicians and leads in the Great Lakes Domain. Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program! At our field sites in Wisconsin and Michigan, we're collecting data representing different management practices in the northern pine and hardwood forests. The data will help researchers understand how land management practices impact both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in the Great Lakes region. Great Lakes Lead opening | Great Lakes TFT opening. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 4/13/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: hiring seasonal field technicians in our Ozarks Domain! Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program! Stretching across the southern U.S. from eastern Oklahoma and Texas to western Georgia, Domain 08 supports a variety of ecosystems ranging from upland hardwood forests to coastal floodplains. The NEON program field sites in Alabama provide a window into watershed dynamics in the southeastern U.S. Alabama Lead opening | Alabama TFT openings. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 4/13/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: Gain field ecology experience in Alaska! NEON is hiring seasonal field technicians in our most northern Domains (and ). These positions will collect data and samples from D18 (Tundra) and D19 (Taiga). Our sites in the far north have some of the most challenging field conditions among our NEON locations and some of the most spectacular scenery and wildlife. Data collected here will help researchers understand these vast and vulnerable ecosystems. openings: Alaska Lead | Alaska TFT. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 3/16/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: hiring seasonal field technicians in Domain 17 (Pacific Southwest)! Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program. D17 features field sites in the Sierra Nevadas, located across the largest elevation gradient in the Observatory and providing a unique opportunity to collect data from the foothills to the higher elevations. They also represent very different land-use models, from cattle grazing to timber production to wilderness recreation, and data collected here will benefit generations of researchers to come. California TFT openings. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 3/10/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: hiring seasonal field technicians in Domain 16 (Pacific Northwest). The NEON field sites, nestled into the Cascade Mountains of Washington and Oregon, offer an opportunity to see how different land management strategies impact this unique temperate ecosystem. Washington state Lead opening | Washington state TFT openings. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 3/10/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: hiring seasonal field technicians in Domain 12 - Northern Rockies! Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program! The Northern Rockies Domain is home to some of the most stunning landscapes in the U.S., boasting more than 20 national parks and forests and millions of acres of protected wilderness. Bozeman, Montana TFT opening. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 3/9/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: seasonal field technicians and leads in the DMV area [Mid-Atlantic Domain]! Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program. Virginia Lead opening | Virginia TFT opening More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 3/9/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: Apply today to gain experience and explore field work with a continental-scale ecology network in Colorado! NEON is hiring seasonal field technicians! These positions will collect data and samples from NEON Domains in Colorado. At these field sites, colocated research and partnerships with site hosts are providing new insights into the impact of agriculture and land management practices, and in the Rockies, data collected on fragile alpine, subalpine, and high desert ecosystems threatened by climate change, pollution, and invasive species can provide insights into these changing environments. Colorado TFT openings. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 2/28/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: seasonal field technicians and leads in Domain 05. Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program. At our field sites in Wisconsin and Michigan, we're collecting data representing different management practices in the northern pine and hardwood forests. The data will help researchers understand how land management practices impact both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in the Great Lakes region. Be a part of this effort today! Openings: Great Lakes Lead | Great Lakes TFT. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 2/24/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: seasonal field technicians and leads in Domain 01 (Northeast Domain). Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program. The Domain features a variety of natural habitats as well as some of the largest and oldest urban areas in the U.S. The NEON field sites in Massachusetts and New Hampshire provide opportunities to study how these ecosystems are responding to pressures from climate change, invasive species, and human activities. Be a part of this effort today! Openings: Northeast Lead | Northeast TFT. More about seasonal field work at NEON. Posted: 2/23/22.

National Ecological Observatory Network: NEON needs seasonal Field Technicians! Currently we are looking for February starts in: California, Virginia, Tennessee, Alabama, and Texas. Each year, NEON hires hundreds of temporary field technicians (TFTs) to assist with observational sampling. NEON field sites are located in 24 states across the U.S. plus Puerto Rico in some of the nation's most pristine and wild areas. These seasonal opportunities are perfect for scientists who want to explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program. These positions start in spring (February to June) and end in autumn (August to November). Exact dates are based on sampling schedules in each Domain and vary by location. We are searching for TFTs for all Domains! Search for "Temporary Field Technician" on https://jobs.battelle.org/ to see all open positions. Posted: 1/13/22.

Native Plant Trust: (formerly New England Wild Flower Society) is offering two 25-week internships and one 13-week internship for the 2022 field season. Internship offers a range of learning opportunities in areas that are integral to the New England Plant Conservation Program and the Plant Conservation Volunteers program, from coordinating with landowners and volunteers to conducting botanical surveys and processing data. To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and list of three references by February 6, 2022, by email to: Micah Jasny, Botanical Coordinator (mjasny@NativePlantTrust.org) Starting date: April 4, 2022, but can be flexible. Location: Based at Garden in the Woods in Framingham, MA (pending state of COVID-19 pandemic) with remote option available. Hours and Compensation: 40 hours/week at $14.25/hour. Subsidized housing available ($300/month). For more information: https://www.nativeplanttrust.org/about/jobs-internships/. Posted: 1/11/22.

New Jersey Audubon Society: Field Technicians (2) needed for ongoing research on shorebird migration ecology along New Jersey's Delaware Bay shore. Delaware Bay is recognized as an internationally important staging area for shorebirds during spring migration. DUTIES include extracting birds from mist-nets, color banding, collecting and recording data from captured birds, and data entry. Mist-netting and wild bird handling experience necessary. Ability to identify shorebirds of the eastern U. S., color-band resighting experience helpful, but not required. Experience using MS Excel necessary. Applicants must be able to work independently or as part of a team, possibly work long hours or six days/week, in occasionally hot and buggy conditions. These are seasonal, full-time positions (April 26 - July 2, 2021; 10 weeks). Salary: $1040-1200 bi-weekly, depending on experience. Housing or housing allowance provided. Mileage reimbursement provided. Please submit application with relevant expereience, along with 3 references(including email contact), as one PDF document to hr.research@njaudubon.org. Please include "Shorebird" in the subject line so that your application is routed to the appropriate department. Application Deadline: March 15, 2022. Posted: 1/21/22.

North Dakota State University: The lab of Dr. Tim Greives is looking for a field technician to assist in the upcoming field season for a research project conducted in prairie pothole wetlands near Fargo, ND (Alice USFWS WPA). The research aims (1) to assess potential biomarkers of trade-offs in migration and reproduction, and (2) nest defense behavior in female red-winged blackbirds. Duties include capturing and banding free-ranging birds, morphological measurements, blood sampling, and nest searching and monitoring, organization and management of field data. Field work requires extensive periods wading in the wetlands under both cold and hot conditions. Preferred qualifications: -Willingness to work early in the mornings in sometimes inclement weather. -Accurate data entry. -Previous experience: 1) capturing and handling birds, 2) taking blood samples from songbirds, and 3) nest searching and monitoring are preferred but we accept applicants willing to learn these skills as well. Housing is not provided. Transportation from North Dakota State University to the field site is provided. Location: Fargo, ND. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2022. Anticipated Start and End Date: 4/20/2022-July 5 (Start and end date may be flexible upon negotiation). Salary: $12/hour for 40 hours/week. Enthusiastic applicants interested in the field research technician position are encouraged to apply by sending a letter of interest, CV or resume, and contact information of three references in a single Word or pdf document with subject "Red-winged Blackbird Field Tech Position" to Maggie Maniago (margaret.maniago@ndsu.edu) and/or Esther Morales-Vega (esther.moralesvega@ndsu.edu). Posted: 1/14/22.

North Dakota State University: Range Research Technician, Streeter, North Dakota. The person selected will be assigned to a specific project that may include research involving range and/or integrated crop and livestock systems. Duties will focus on vegetation and soils data collection which includes but is not limited to, species composition, herbage production, and soil health characteristics. Additional responsibilities will include data entry and sample preparation in the laboratory. The position is 40 hours/week with the opportunity to work overtime. Central Grasslands Research Extension Center is located in south central North Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. The Center has 10 full-time research scientists and staff studying areas including range science, forage agronomy and animal science. The station was created to address the following research priorities areas: 1) range ecology and grazing management; 2) forage systems; 3) livestock nutrition; and 4) reproductive efficiency. Job Qualifications: This includes, but is not limited to the following: - An interest in range ecology and/or integrated crop and livestock systems - A working knowledge of plant identification - A willingness to learn and work in a variety of environments and field conditions - Capable of working with limited supervision or as a member of a team - Valid driver’s license. To Apply: Submit a resume, list of references and unofficial transcripts to Erin Gaugler via erin.gaugler.2@ndsu.edu Please contact her with any additional questions. Salary: $12-15/hr. Part/Full: Full time, seasonal; 40 hrs/week. Start date: April-May. Duration of employment: Up to 6 months from start date. Benefits: FREE housing. Posted: 12/29/21.

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 across early seral forests in the Klamath ecoregion of southwest Oregon during spring and summer 2022. Early seral 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 worldÂ’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 the Klamath ecoregion and adjacent areas. 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 4/18/22, extending up to 8/31/22, but likely finishing in mid-August. For more information and to submit an application, please see https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/111332. Application review will begin January 10, 2022. Questions: Graham Frank (graham [dot] frank [at] oregonstate.edu). Posted: 12/10/21.

Pennsylvania State University: Summer Field Technicians. The Deer-Forest Study is long-term research project investigating the role of deer herbivory, soils, and competing vegetation on forest plant communities. We are seeking summer field technicians to assist with data collection on permanent plots on 4 study areas. Crew members will receive two weeks of training on using GPS to find plot locations, plant identification, and how to apply the study protocol. You will spend your days finding permanent forest inventory plots, identifying and quantifying the size and abundance of trees and understory plants, and recording and archiving collected data. You will gain valuable skills and experience in plant identification and conducting vegetation surveys for northern hardwoods and oak-hickory forests. Pay: 40 hrs/week at $15/hr (technicians) and $16/hr (crew leaders). Housing is also provided. The field season will run from May 16th-August 12th, with possible extension through August 19th. Crew Leaders must be available beginning May 12th. Location: 4 positions in State College, PA and 4 positions in Coudersport, PA. Key qualifications: At least two years toward a natural resources degree; ability to hike off-trail for up to 2 miles while carrying equipment; demonstrated plant identification skills (as evidenced by a course in plant ID, such as dendrology, and/or field experience collecting vegetation data); ability to work independently and reliably without direct supervision in challenging field conditions; and possession of a valid driver's license. Crew Leaders: In addition to performing the duties described above, crew leaders must be able to successfully manage and lead a vegetation monitoring crew while they perform daily duties. This includes daily planning of plot visits, assessing access routes and equipment needs, and management/archiving of collected data. Questions: Contact Eva Barr at evagbarr@psu.edu. To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and contact information for three references (via email as a single pdf document). At least one reference should be able to comment on your plant identification skills. If you wish to be considered for a crew leader position, please explain in the cover letter your qualifications for supervising a field crew. Email applications to: Eva Barr (evagbarr@psu.edu), Pennsylvania Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit. Posted: 2/24/22.

Pennsylvania State University: Summer Field Technicians - Vegetation Data Collection - 4 positions in State College, PA and 4 positions in Coudersport, PA. Pay: 40 hrs/week at $15/hr (technicians) and $16/hr (crew leaders). PLUS Housing is provided. The Deer-Forest Study is long-term research project investigating the role of deer herbivory, soils, and competing vegetation on forest plant communities. We are seeking summer field technicians to assist with data collection on permanent plots on 4 study areas. Crew members will receive two weeks of training on using GPS to find plot locations, plant identification, and how to apply the study protocol. You will spend your days finding permanent forest inventory plots, identifying and quantifying the size and abundance of trees and understory plants, and recording and archiving collected data. You will gain valuable skills and experience in plant identification and conducting vegetation surveys. Key qualifications: At least two years toward a natural resources baccalaureate degree; ability to hike off-trail for up to 2 miles while carrying equipment; demonstrated plant identification skills (as evidenced by a course in plant ID, such as dendrology, and/or field experience collecting vegetation data); ability to work independently and reliably without direct supervision in challenging field conditions; and possession of a valid driver's license. Crew Leaders: In addition to performing the duties described above, crew leaders must be able to successfully manage and lead a vegetation monitoring crew while they perform daily duties. This includes daily planning of plot visits, assessing access routes and equipment needs, and management/archiving of collected data. The field season will run from May 16th-August 12th, with possible extension through August 19th. Crew Leaders must be available beginning May 12th. Questions: Contact Eva Barr at evagbarr@psu.edu. To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and contact information for three references (via email as a single pdf document). At least one reference should be able to comment on your plant identification skills. If you wish to be considered for a crew leader position, please explain in the cover letter your qualifications for supervising a field crew. Email applications to: Eva Barr (evagbarr@psu.edu), Pennsylvania Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit. Posted: 1/31/22.

Pennsylvania State University: Forest Monitoring Technicians, Summer 2022. 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 parks' forests and how they are 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 detailed field protocols and work as a member of a team. Familiarity with entering data into Access databases on field tablets is preferred. Applicants should be able to navigate in the woods by compass and using GPS. 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. The positions will begin in May 2022 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, 2022. Posted: 1/27/22.

Pittsburg State University: We are seeking 2 temporary technicians to assist with a research project in the San Juan River of New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah. Technicians will assist with sampling backwater habitats, which are the preferred rearing habitat of early life stages of the federally-endangered Razorback Sucker and Colorado Pikeminnow. Sampling will involve the quantification of abiotic (e.g., depth; turbidity; substrate) and biotic (e.g., algal and macroinvertebrate biomass; nonnative fish density) backwater features. There is a large field component involving several extended float trips to collect data along a 55-mile river reach in between Shiprock, NM and Montezuma Creek, UT. Completing data collection float trips will require camping in remote areas for up to 6 days at a time. Lastly, technicians will be expected to aid in processing macroinvertebrate samples while off the river. Qualifications: Currently pursuing or have already attained a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in stream ecology, aquatic sciences, or fisheries management. The applicants should have experience working in lotic systems and familiarity with basic sampling methods. Preference will be giving to applicants with prior rafting and remote camping experience. To apply, please send an e-mail to Blake Hansen (bghansen@gus.pittstate.edu; 801-529-2747) with an updated CV that includes relevant details and contact information for three references. Salary: $10 per hour; up to 999 hours per year. Housing and travel-related research expenses will be covered. Closing date: February 18th or until filled. Start date: 1 July 2022. End date: 30 September 2022 (potentially earlier). Posted: 1/18/22.

Point Blue Conservation Science: is seeking two field technicians and one lab technician to assist in the collection and processing of soil and plant samples throughout California for a project investigating soil health and carbon sequestration on rangelands. Location: The field technicians have the option of a flexible home base with travel throughout California; field work will primarily be conducted throughout the San Joaquin Valley, Central Valley, and North/Central Coast. The lab technician will work at Point Blue headquarters in Petaluma, CA, where the soil processing facility is located. Job Type: Full time (40 hours per week), Seasonal. Duration: January 15 – May 15, 2022; start and end date flexible (4 months). Compensation: $20-$25/hour (depending on experience). Deadline to apply: December 15, 2021. More information on the position and how to apply. Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Chelsea Carey (ccarey@pointblue.org) or Dr. Erika Foster (efoster@pointblue.org). Posted: 11/24/21.

Purdue University: Summer Field Tech - Effects of Emerald Ash Borer. ~40 Hours per Week. Mid-May to Mid-August. $13.50-$15.50/hr We are hiring one technician to assist in collecting field data at Davis-Purdue Research Forest and state parks in Indiana. This is a collaborative project between Purdue University and the Hardwood Tree Improvement & Regeneration Center (HTIRC). The technician will work alongside a graduate student examining the forest structure in gaps created by dominant ash (Fraxinus spp.) mortality. Basic knowledge of proper field techniques and field safety is required. Applicants must have a valid driver's license. Housing will be provided when working at the Davis-Purdue Research Forest. The field crew will be required to camp at the state parks. Requirements: Woody plant species identification skills Must be able to work outdoors in rough terrain with biting insects Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions, including high temperatures and inclement weather Must be able to work safely for up to 10 hours a day Must be able to hike on and off trail and carry a pack up to 30 pounds. Application review will begin March 25, 2022 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. To Apply: Send resume (including contact information for two references), unofficial transcript, and dates of availability to Thad Swart (tswart@purdue.edu), Mike Jenkins (jenkinma@purdue.edu), or Mike Saunders (msaunder@purdue.edu). Posted: 3/16/22.

Purdue University: The Kaplan Lab in the Department of Entomology invites applicants for a research technician. This is a full-time (40 hr/wk) position. Duration is flexible, but the ideal candidate will stay for at least 6 months. Start date is January to March 2022; ending in summer/fall 2022. Individual will assist graduate students and postdocs in the lab on projects that include: i) helping to process and categorize bee and fly specimens in the lab; and ii) collecting pollinators from field sites (different cropping systems) and performing floral observations. Qualifications: -BS in entomology, ecology, plant sciences or a related field of biology -Experience conducting lab or field research -Prior experience with insects is preferred -Must have a driver's license and be able to work independently. To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for at least 2 references to Ian Kaplan (ikaplan@purdue.edu). Posted: 12/13/21.

Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory: Researchers at RMBL in Colorado are seeking a research assistant for fieldwork in plant ecology for summer 2022. The field technician will primarily collect data for a long-term flowering phenology project and related demographic studies. Expectations: Fieldwork can be strenuous and sometimes involves long days in inclement weather. Applicants with previous fieldwork or outdoor experience and familiarity with Rocky Mountain wildflowers are encouraged to apply, although no prior experience is required. We will train first-timers with a strong interest in botany or ecology. In addition to helping with fieldwork five days per week, the technician is expected to be an active participant in the research community, attending weekly evening seminars and periodic lab meetings. Dates: We expect the field technician to work from May through August 2022. However, start and end dates are flexible to accommodate the best applicants. Compensation: The research technician will live onsite at RMBL. We will provide room and board, station fees, a partial transportation subsidy, and a stipend. Application: Please email: 1) your resume/CV, 2) a short cover letter highlighting A) why this job is of interest to you - what you hope to learn and how this job relates to your goals and B) any experiences, skills, or qualities that you think are relevant to this job, and 3) names of 2-3 references to Rebecca Prather (rprather2@fsu.edu) by Jan. 31, 2022. Posted: 12/8/21.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps: Multiple BLM and USFS Internships available with the BLM and USFS in Northwest Colorado! - BLM Ecological Monitoring Crews in Craig, Kremmling, Meeker, and Silt, CO - $560-$735/week plus $3,172.50-$4,441.50 AmeriCorp award.
- USFS Sign installation Crew - Steamboat Springs, CO - $15/hr
- USFS Wilderness Trail Crew - Flat Tops Wilderness, CO - $15/hr
- USFS Trail Crew - Dillon, CO - $15/hr
- USFS Trails and Recreation Crew - Rifle, CO - $15/hr
- USFS Backcountry Trail Crew - Aspen, CO -$550/wk plus $140/week for food and $2,417 AmeriCorps award
- USFS Trail Crew - Aspen, CO - $15/hr
- USFS Backcountry Trail Crew - Eagle-Vail, CO - $550/wk and $2,417 AmeriCorps award
- USFS/BLM GIS & Survey Technician - Ft. Collin, CO - $16/hr.
All USFS positions include a $300 boot stipend. For more information on specific positions and to apply: https://www.rockymountainyouthcorps.org/internships. Posted: 12/2/21.

Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park: We are looking to fill three temporary, full-time positions. Ecology Field Technicians will work on all aspects of a variety of projects including intertidal research, bird surveys, citizen science experiences, and forest sampling in and around Acadia National Park, Maine. Technicians are responsible for field observations and sample collection, handling, and processing; assisting with Schoodic Institute programs and Earthwatch expeditions; and tracking and maintaining equipment as well as data management and preliminary analysis of collected data. The Field Technicians are mentored by Schoodic Institute science staff. Once trained, the Field Technicians will lead intern and volunteer field crews. These are full time (40 hours/week) seasonal positions with housing provided. Full description and application information at https://schoodicinstitute.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/. Deadline: February 18, 2022. Posted: 1/21/22.

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: The Plant Ecology and Molecular Ecology Laboratories at SERC conduct an extensive research program on a wide range of topics related to plant ecology. Most of the projects are based at SERC, which offers a variety of terrestrial and wetlands habitat types to study plant ecological issues. Plant and Molecular Ecology projects typically involve a range of approaches from data gathering from published materials to designing and conducting field and laboratory projects. Fieldwork typically involves sampling soil, individual plants or setting up plots in which data on plants is collected. Laboratory experiments typically involve DNA extraction and subsequent archiving. Plant and soil samples that are collected in the field are typically freeze dried and prepared for molecular analysis. Laboratory techniques typically involve DNA extraction, quantification, PCR amplification, and subsequent analysis using electrophoresis gels, microsatellite analysis, or DNA sequencing. In all cases, careful notes on field and laboratory activities are required. This specific internship project focuses on understanding the microbial ecology of a drastically declining population of Corallorhiza odontorhiza orchids in a SERC research forest using molecular analyses of plant and soil samples. Some life history strategies of these orchids are still unknown, and this project is mainly aimed at understanding the relationship between the declining populations and soil pathogens. The intern will collect soil and plant samples from previously identified plots, examine structures of underground plant parts, and perform molecular analyses using the collected plant and soil samples. The main objective is to determine whether there is a direct relationship between the population decline and any potential soil pathogen, and to study the fate of underground plant structures that deteriorate with the time. The intern will also have the opportunity to be involved with other related research projects. We anticipate that the intern will divide their time approximately equally between the field and laboratory analysis components. The intern will be a primary researcher involved in all phases of the components described above. The intern will interact with technicians, postdocs, and senior scientists. The intern will be trained in techniques related to their internship project including study design, field sample and data collection, data entry, data verification, and analysis. The intern will also have the opportunity to be trained in laboratory techniques for DNA extraction and analysis. The intern will be expected to summarize his/her accomplishments in a seminar at the end of the project period under the supervision of lab scientists. The intern will also be expected to gain professional development by attending seminars and journal clubs and interacting with other scientists. Apply: https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/#/public. Proposed start date of Feb/March to May 2022. Application deadline is December 15th. For any questions about internship, please contact Dr. Melissa McCormick (McCormickM@si.edu) or Dr. Eranga Wettewa (WettewaE@si.edu). For questions about application submission, please contact Dan Gustafson (GustafsonD@si.edu). Posted: 11/23/21.

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: SERC seeks an Outreach and Communications Intern for a funded project examining how global change drivers have impacted local biodiversity and ecosystem function/services in Chesapeake Bay land and seascapes. The intern would work to foster relationships with stakeholders in the region, including conservation practitioners, land and business owners, and scientists at government, non-profit, and academic institutions. We seek someone who is enthusiastic about engaging diverse communities to promote conservation and sustainable land/sea use. Internship activities would include discussions with stakeholders and scientists studying the ecology of the Rappahannock River watershed, organization and facilitation of group meetings, blog and twitter posts, and website design and management. The Chesapeake Bay is America's largest estuary, connecting a watershed containing iconic landscapes from Virginia to New York with seascapes at the heart of the Atlantic coast. Anthropogenic drivers of change threaten the biodiversity and ecosystem processes underpinning the key ecosystem services provided by this classic working land and seascape. We are (1) examining how habitat patch size and connectivity influence biodiversity and ecosystem function, and (2) quantifying the consequences of restoration efforts on ecosystem processes and services. These two questions are being addressed across the ecosystem types that together make-up the Chesapeake working land and seascape: forests, agricultural land, wetlands, oyster reefs, shorelines, urban lands, and ports. The Outreach and Communications Intern would be based at SERC in Edgewater, Maryland with the opportunity for fully in-person or hybrid (part time virtual, part time in-person) work. Opportunities for travel to the Rappahannock River watershed to personally engage with local stakeholders will be encouraged. The internship will be funded for 33 weeks at $20k. The successful candidate will be primarily advised by Drs. Kim Komatsu, Matt Ogburn, and Amy Johnson. The intern will have the opportunity to interact with the entire SERC staff, including a dynamic group of PIs, postdocs, and technicians, as well as the broader Smithsonian community through the existing Working Land and Seascapes Initiative. To apply, please send an email to Dr. Komatsu (komatsuk@si.edu) with the subject line "WLS intern" and attach (1) a cover letter describing your previous experience and interests in the project, (2) a CV, and (3) contact information for three references. Deadline for application is September 1, 2021. We anticipate an approximate start date of October 15. Information about ,Chesapeake Working Land and Seascapes project, SERC, and the Smithsonian Working Land and Seascapes Initiative. Posted: 8/12/21.

Texas A&M University - Kingsville: Two seasonal positions to assist in a study researching the movement ecology of Chestnut-bellied scaled quail utilizing GPS transmitters. $16/hr with provided housing. Research will occur on two private ranches in South Texas, roughly two hours apart from each other (vehicle will be provided for travel between sites). The primary duties of this position will be to capture and handle live birds and monitor tagged birds throughout the duration of the field season, with the possibility of other duties, such as vegetation sampling and avian point count surveys, being assigned later. Essential Duties: Assists in the execution of experiments in support of the Chestnut-bellied scaled quail research project Assists graduate students and other field staff with research activities, including data management (i.e. digital data entry) Manages and maintains field equipment Traps and handles live chestnut-bellied scaled quail, monitors birds via GPS units, and retrieves GPS units from deceased birds Performs nest and brood searches during the breeding season Interacts with and maintains a working relationship with private landowners and managers in South Texas on a regular basis Performs other duties as assigned related to field research objectives. Contact: Caleb McKinney (Caleb.mckinney@students.tamuk.edu). Posted: 2/28/22.

The Nature Conservancy: 10-month seasonal Innovative Restoration Technician to be based in Lander, WY starting in early April. This position conducts laboratory and field work to help our Innovative Restoration team develop new tools and ideas aimed at improving native plant restoration across the sagebrush steppe ecosystems of the western United States. Application deadline is March 3rd. View the job description and apply. Any questions should be directed to Maggie Eshleman: Maggie.eshleman@tnc.org. Posted: 2/23/22.

USDA-ARS Southwest Watershed Research Center: Seasonal Rangeland Ecologic/Hydrologic Technician. Location: Tucson, AZ. Pay Grade: GS4-6, depending on education and experience. We seek a seasonal rangeland ecologic/hydrologic technician to assist with multiple aspects of a large-scale, interdisciplinary rainfall manipulation experiment located on the Santa Rita Experimental Range south of Tucson, AZ. The goal of the experiment is to understand how predicted and observed changes in patterns of monsoonal rainfall due to climate change influence the structure and function of semiarid Sonoran Desert rangelands. The successful applicant will be expected to assist with field-based collection of data regarding ecosystem carbon and water exchange, plant community dynamics, and soil fertility, as well as contribute to general site and experiment operation. Office and laboratory duties will include dataset quality assurance/control and assisting with soil and vegetation sample processing. Opportunities also exist to assist with other field-based and remote sensing efforts lead by researchers at SWRC. The position requires considerable field work (2-3 days per week) in often challenging conditions (e.g. extreme heat). The start date is flexible during late May to early June, and ends on or about October 15; the hiree can expect to work 24-40 hours per week depending on their availability. A positive attitude and good teamwork skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a broad range of research in the biological and physical sciences, including ecosystem ecology, plant ecology, ecohydrology, remote sensing, and soil ecology. If interested, please send your resume, a brief (2-3 paragraph) summary of your background and interests, and contact information for 2-3 professional/academic references to Nate Pierce (npierce@arizona.edu). Posted: 2/25/22.

US EPA: Recruiting candidates with a recent Bachelor's or Master's degree in biology, ecology, or environmental sciences to work with a great group at the US Environmental Protection Agency in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. The work involves synthesizing scientific evidence to support air quality and water quality policy-making. See the full job ad for details. The position is full time and expected to begin January 2022. The selected applicant will become a temporary employee of ORAU working as a contractor to EPA. The initial project is through May 14, 2022, with up to 3 additional option periods. Posted: 12/1/21.

USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center: We are seeking to hire four Biological Science Technicians that will work on a project to investigate the long-term ecological impacts of fuel reduction treatments in the intermountain sagebrush steppe and western juniper woodlands. To find out more about the project go to www.sagestep.org. GG-404-5 Field Technicians , Salary: $18.03 per hour, Vacancy # SRFS-22-001, Duration of job: April 11, 2022 through approx. August 30, 2022 with extension possible, Type of appointment: Temporary - Fulltime, with possible periods of PT or Intermittent work, Duty Station: Corvallis, Oregon. Technicians will also work on a project looking at the efficacy of sagebrush restoration approaches and their success in creating functional sage-grouse habitat in post-fire landscapes. Technician may also work on several other USGS-BRD projects identifying strategies to control the dominance of cheatgrass and other weeds on Great Basin rangelands, restoring native species, and increasing biodiversity. Technicians will be part a five-person team working in the field together. Crews will install monitoring transects in established long term subplots to collect botanical and fuel data and samples following established protocols. Field work will take place throughout eastern Oregon including Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, eastern Washington, northern California, southwestern Idaho, northern Nevada, and lab/computer work will be done in Corvallis, Oregon. The work is performed in a laboratory and field environment. Field work involves moderate or sometimes extreme exposure to the discomforts of rain, wind, and extreme cold/hot weather. Fieldwork will typically involve 5-9 consecutive days of work in remote field locations, with workdays up to 12 hours/day. Because of the wide geographical extent of this project, extensive travel is necessary. Work will involve camping in tents on public lands, hiking in rugged terrain, and working under extreme weather conditions. The incumbent must know and follow personal safety precautions. If selected, you will be required to complete a pre-employment physical. DUTIES (specific): As a Biological Science Technician Field Assistant with the U.S. Geological Survey, some of your specific duties will include: • Identify grasses, forbs, and shrubs to species (up to 250 different species) • Monitor native grasses, forbs, shrub germination, volume and density • Perform various vegetation cover and fuel load sampling protocols • Operates 4-wheel drive vehicles on poor and sometime muddy roads • Accurately record and enter data on tablets. Apply via http://www.emp.state.or.us/jobs/ - search for SRFS-22 (which will show you the position). You must click “Obtain Contact Information” hyperlink to obtain application instructions. Make sure to indicate in your application the Job #(SRFS-22-001). For more information please contact: Michelle Schatz – USGS FRESC HQ - Ph. (541)750-1040 OR Email: gs_nw_fresc_jobs@usgs.gov. Closes 1/14/2022. Posted: 1/11/22.

USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center: Seasonal Biological Science (Field) Technicians, GG-404-5/6/7, Salary: $18-22 per hour. March 28 - ~September 24, 2022. 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. Apply via http://www.emp.state.or.us/jobs/ - search for CRG-22 (which should show you all 3 positions). Make sure to indicate in your application the Job #. For more information please contact: Michelle Schatz – USGS FRESC HQ - Ph. (541)750-1040 OR Email: gs_nw_fresc_jobs@usgs.gov. Closes 1/21/2022 (extended). Posted: 1/5/22, revised: 1/14/22.

USGS Sequoia-Kings Canyon Field Station: currently searching for people interested in summer 2022 Biological Science Technician positions in Forest Ecology and/or Fire and Fuels research. Pay: GG-5 (approx. $16.90/hour), GG-6 (approx. $18.84/hour), assistant crew leader, GG-7 (approx. $20.93/hour), crew leader. Location: Three Rivers, California Positions are full-time, start in early May, and will last 4-6 months. Crew leadership positions will preferably start in late April. We are hiring up to 15 positions for 2 separate crews: Forest Demography project 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. Gain knowledge and experience in ecological research, identifying Sierran trees, forest pathology, and mapping trees. Up to 6 crew positions will be filled and 1 assistant crew lead. Fire and Fuels project duties: Collect field data for new research project in Sequoia & Kings Canyon NPs. Collect detailed surface and canopy fuel data in recently burned and unburned forests. Gain knowledge and experience in ecological research, fuels measurements, and tree mapping. Up to 6 crew positions will be filled, plus 1 assistant crew leader, and 1 crew leader. Qualifications: Must be a US Citizen. Also need bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience. Some field work experience required. Additional experience required for crew leadership positions. Want people with some biological coursework and experience; an interest in forest and/or field ecology; desire to work outdoors and in small teams; and who have strong interpersonal skills. Previous field experience collecting fuel measurements a plus for crew #2. Federal housing might be available for rent. Personal vehicle is recommended for off-work time. If interested: e:mail a cover letter, resume, list of references, and unofficial transcripts to: Anne Pfaff at ahpfaff@usgs.gov For more information, call Anne at (559) 730-8948 or e:mail at ahpfaff@usgs.gov. To be considered, please send information by January 10, 2022. Posted: 12/2/21.

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 Alaska Fairbanks: Freshwater Ecology Technician, Seasonal, 40 hr/week, $16-23.67/hr, depending on experience Start Date: May 2022. Housing: Not provided. The nascent Alaska Rivers Lab at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, Institute of Arctic Biology is seeking one to two seasonal freshwater ecology technicians to assist with field research projects. The technician(s) will work closely with the lab Principal Investigator (Dr. Jeff Muehlbauer), as well as collaborators in the US Geological Survey, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, and UAF personnel on one or two research projects: 1) Investigating the export of woody debris into rivers in Interior Alaska (near Fairbanks) after wildfire, and its potential effects on riverine habitat 2) Determining the effect of recreational boat wakes on bank erosion, sedimentation, and salmon spawning habitat in Big Lake (near Wasilla, pending funding) The position is expected to begin in early May and to end in late August. Exact dates are flexible. Duties: The primary duties may include, but are not limited to: 1) Measuring large woody debris in rivers (the Chena River near Fairbanks and nearby streams) using basic measuring tools, drift nets, and potentially sonar techniques 2) Installing and maintaining water sensors for depth, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, etc. 3) Measuring erosion and sedimentation using bank pins, sediment traps or other methods 4) Quantifying salmon spawning habitat usage using visual surveys 5) Operating a motor boat, field truck while towing a boat, and ATV (or riding as a passenger) Qualifications: Applicants should hold a bachelors or be near completion of a BS degree in ecology, fisheries, geography, or a related field. There is potential to turn either of these projects into a masters degree program at UAF beginning in the fall in either Fisheries, Biological Sciences, or Wildlife Biology & Conservation, pending funding and mutual interest (please mention in your cover letter if this interests you). Past experience relevant to the studies and techniques described above is preferred. The ideal candidate will be conscientious, detail-oriented, interested in freshwater ecology, and a reliable self-starter. Applicants must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, work well with others, work in occasional harsh weather conditions, be able to hike in rough terrain, willing to camp on occasion, operate (or be trained to operate) four-wheel drive vehicles, tow trailers, and motorized and non-motorized boats, and to lift 50 lbs. To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and three references to Dr. Jeff Muehlbauer, jdmuehlbauer@alaska.edu. Review of applications will begin no later than 14 March. Posted: 2/23/22.

University of California, Davis: Seasonal forest ecology and botany field crew leaders and members with the lab of Dr. Hugh Safford. Multiple duty stations in the Sierra Nevada. Deadline: February 13, 2022. Start date: variable - mid-May to early June, 2022. End date: variable - late August to early November, 2022. Compensation: All positions receive holiday pay, sick leave, and options for health insurance coverage. Crew member: $20.14/hr with Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; $14-$18/hr without Bachelor's or equivalent. Crew lead: $23.23/hr. Up to four field crews (one crew leader and one to three crew members per crew) are needed to collect ecological data related to forests, fire, and vegetation in support of research and monitoring on public lands. The crews will conduct field sampling primarily related to vegetation (e.g. forest stand structure, plant species composition, tree mortality, vegetation regeneration), but also related to forest fuels, fire severity, meadows, soils, hydrology, forest insects and disease, genetic resource conservation, and other ecological parameters. One person per crew will be hired primarily as a botanist, but the botanist will be trained in and participate in all sampling methods in addition to plant identification. The crew leaders will each supervise a field crew and will be responsible for equipment and data management throughout the season. US Forest Service ecologists and UC Davis researchers from the lab of Dr. Hugh Safford will supervise the field crews but will only occasionally accompany the crews during field sampling. The data will be collected to support long-term monitoring, original scientific research, and evaluation of forest management activities and needs. Work will be located in the Sierra Nevada and northern California mountains, primarily on national forest lands but with some possible work in national parks or other ownerships. Apply: https://ucdavis.box.com/s/kexsynjpf7xnqr012oxe93pgu4iod6w6. Please review the instructions carefully before emailing with questions (rbwayman at ucdavis.edu). Posted: 1/31/22.

University of California, Davis: recruiting summer field technicians (multiple crew leaders and crew members) for a study of post-fire forest recovery in locations across the mountains of northern California. The fieldwork will occur across multiple wildfires of different ages in northern California and provide an opportunity to observe a diversity of California mountain landscapes and post-fire conditions. The work involves surveying regenerating vegetation (e.g., tree seedlings and shrubs), fuel loads, and cone production by surviving trees. The positions will begin in early- to mid-May, 2022, and last for 3-5 months. Review of applications will begin on January 12, 2022, and will continue until filled. Full position details and application instructions. Posted: 12/21/21.

University of Florida: in partnership with U.S. Geological Survey is hiring SIX intern positions in the Everglades! These are 1-yr term, post-baccalaureate-level field/lab positions for herp-focused people. Application deadlines are 12 and 14 Feb. See: Invasive Reptile Field Research in Big Cypress National Preserve and Invasive Reptile Research in the Greater Everglades Ecosystem. Posted: 1/27/22.

University of Florida: We are hiring four field crew for a recensus of the ForestGEO Lilly Dickey Woods plot. Job begins May 9th and runs through July. The positions pay $15/hour. Details and to apply: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/520168/. Applications turned in by February 11th, 2022, will receive full consideration. Posted: 1/27/22.

University of Georgia: The Microbial Ecology research group at Savannah River Ecology Lab in Aiken, SC is inviting applications for a temporary lab and field research assistant position (May through September, dates flexible). Duties: 1) collection and organization of field and laboratory data for an on-going project in constructed wetlands, 2) additional project support for microbial and stream ecology projects in the lab group (molecular lab work and field work), and 3) basic management of the supervisor's laboratory (order and organize supplies, adherence safety protocols, basic equipment maintenance). Qualifications: Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, microbial or molecular biology lab courses at the undergraduate level, or professional certificate. An interest in microbial and aquatic/terrestrial ecology. Attention to detail. Familiarity with or ability to learn lab work including pipetting, nucleic acid extraction, 96-well plate reader, centrifuges, PCR machines, and working with laboratory chemicals. Familiarity with field work in wetlands and/or in the Southeastern US. General software including MS Excel and MS Word. A vehicle for transportation to the work site and valid driver's license. Physical Demands: Lift 50 lbs and work in a variety of outdoor conditions (e.g., heat, high humidity, mosquitoes, ticks, snakes). To apply, please send your CV or resume including relevant coursework and contact information for two references to Dr. Raven Bier, email: rbier [at] uga.edu by April 10, 2022 for full consideration. Official job posting: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/248172. Posted: 3/22/22.

University of Idaho: Come spend the summer in the remote mixed conifer forests of northern Idaho! The Silviculture Lab at the University of Idaho is hiring four seasonal field technicians to work as a team collecting data in the oldest permanent forest plots in the mixed conifer forests of northern Idaho. Beginning in 1913, these plots were established on U.S. Forest Service lands throughout the region in dry and moist forests. The plots have been periodically monitored and field data will be used to track long-term trends in carbon, growth, mortality, and stand dynamics. Plots are experiencing stressors from climate change and disturbances and data will help quantify shifts over the last 110 years and help inform future management to increase resistance and resilience to climate change and other disturbances, such as wildfire. This project is a collaboration between the Silviculture Lab at the University of Idaho and the USDA Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station. Technicians will work 40 hours per week collecting field data. Expected employment period is May 23 - August 19, 2022. Field work will be conducted on National Forest lands throughout the Northern Rockies in northern Idaho. Forest Service cabin housing will be provided. Periodic camping may occur and technicians are expected to provide their own camping supplies. Pay rate will be $15 per hour. Minimum Qualifications: Familiarity with forest measurements and tools, ability to work in the field during all weather conditions, be able to camp and hike in rugged terrain, ability to carry 25 pounds, pass a criminal background check, currently authorized to work in the USA, possess a valid US driver's license, and be able to drive University of Idaho vehicles (cannot have suspended license in the past three years, cannot have alcohol or drug-related charges). Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of Inland Northwest tree species and forest vegetation, interest in pursuing forestry or ecology as a career, demonstrated leadership skills. Interested applicants should submit a brief statement of interest and experience, resume or CV, and contact information (name, affiliation, phone number, and email) for at least 2 professional or academic references in a single PDF document to Dr. Andrew Nelson (asnelson@uidaho.edu). Priority application deadline is February 18, 2022, at which point applications will be reviewed and interviews will be scheduled. Reference "Northern Rockies Forest Dynamics" when emailing application materials. Posted: 1/27/22.

University of Illinois: The Plant-Pollinator Ecology Team is seeking field technicians for statewide biological monitoring of grasslands, including monarch butterflies and milkweeds. Field technicians will be measuring the abundance of nectar plants, aiding with pollinator surveys, and observing monarch butterfly eggs and larvae. Duties will include conducting field surveys of flowering grassland plants, planting of milkweed plants in the field, driving and navigating to study sites, data entry in an office setting, assisting with other office and field work as needed, and work and travel in small teams. Qualifications: Candidates must have field experience in plant or insect biology (candidates that have worked on other taxa will be considered), and/or undergraduate course work in biology, ecology, botany, entomology, or related fields. A valid driver's license is required. Applicants must be willing and able to work outside under sometimes difficult field and environmental conditions (summer heat, rain, biting and stinging arthropods, poison ivy, etc.) while following detailed protocols for data collection. Applicants must be comfortable with travel to study sites, sharing driving responsibilities, overnight stays as it is a major part of this position. Competent use of a computer, compass, light power tools (Drills), and GPS (Garmin) are also required for this position. A strong applicant will demonstrate good organizational skills as well as the ability to work independently and in a group setting. Salary: $13.50 per hour, 40 hours per week. This position will begin on approximately May 23, 2022. Position will end during the first half of September. Start and end dates are somewhat flexible. To Apply: Email cover letter explaining your interests, qualifications, and dates of availability, CV/resume, and contact information for two references to Belén Muñiz at muniz3@illinois.edu (please include "Summer Field Technician" in the subject line). Applications received before March 1st, 2022, will be given priority consideration. Posted: 1/27/22.

University of Kansas: The Kansas Geological Survey's Geohydrology Internship Program is hiring 3-5 interns for summer 2022 to contribute to a variety of projects including investigating water quantity and quality in intermittent streams; using remotely sensed data and crop models to evaluating irrigation management for groundwater sustainability; and characterizing the drivers of water availability and water quality in the Kansas River corridor. Internships are open to current students (undergrad or grad) and recent graduates and paid at $15/hr for a 12-week period. I would appreciate it if you would share this with students in your department/networks and anyone else you know who may be interested. For more info and to apply see the link above (review begins February 14). Contact Sam Zipper (samzipper@ku.edu) or Erin Seybold (erinseybold@ku.edu) with any questions. We are optimistic we'll be able to host interns in person, but if that is not possible, internships can be conducted remotely. However, given the difficulties of international travel this year we will only consider applicants already located and authorized to work in the US. Posted: 1/28/22.

University of Louisiana Lafayette: The Genung Lab has 1-2 technician positions for the spring/early summer 2022. Work will focus on plant-pollinator interactions in coastal prairies, or the effects of predators on pollinator communities and plant fitness. For both projects, technicians will learn techniques in pollination ecology, field botany, and bee identification. Positions run for ~12 weeks (approx. 11 April - 30 June) at 40 hours per week, and would pay $12-15 per hour, depending on qualifications. This position includes benefits (health, dental, vision, life, etc.). Required application materials include (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. 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. Applications due 21 January. Send application materials to mark.genung at louisiana.edu. Posted: 1/11/22.

University of Michigan: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - Temporary Hourly. Collect and analyze samples for environmental and ecological studies including field work in remote areas. Analyze samples including chemical or biological characterization, followed by entry of data into a computer database. Perform statistical and graphical analysis on data. Participate in the research for and preparation of proposals and manuscripts for publication. A suitable candidate should be pursuing or possess a Bachelor's degree in a natural science discipline such as biology, chemistry, or environmental sciences, plus the ability to translate, adapt, and apply this knowledge. The successful candidate should have lab experience in detailed, high-quality biogeochemical analyses of samples, and should show evidence of skill in computer data entry and analysis. In addition, desired qualifications include a B.S. degree or undergraduate senior class standing, experience in field collection of environmental samples in remote areas under difficult conditions, and experience in operating and coordinating a research collection and analysis program with minimal supervision. Experience in aquatic ecology or with the following laboratory instruments is a plus: Total Organic Carbon analyzer, nutrient autoanalyzer, Carbon-Hydrogen-Nitrogen analyzer, ion and gas chromatography, etc. This is primarily a lab position, but does require moderately strenuous field work in the Arctic (hiking with full packs over tundra) and in occasionally inclement weather. This position requires ~10 weeks during the summer to be spent at the Alaska field site. Apply at: https://careers.umich.edu/ Posting No 209369. Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for references (address, telephone, and email address). Posted: 12/21/21.

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. 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. For more information about the lab and the project visit our web pages. Openings start at the beginning of March 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 a variety of tasks with a 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 a 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. Fieldwork 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 a cover letter (including available working dates), a one-page resume, and contact information for two references electronically to Raimundo Bermudez via bermu019@umn.edu . Posted: 3/10/22.

University of Minnesota: We are hiring 5 field technicians to work at the Teakettle Experimental Forest for the 2022 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 2022 field season will focus on collecting pretreatment data for a catchment wide prescribed burn. 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, 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 but there is a landline. The pay rate is $16/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 use of a total station. Please note that an up to date COVID-19 vaccination is required for this position. Apply: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ search req18591, Field Research Tech, or Teakettle. Review of applications will begin on February 14, 2022. Please note that a New Mexico Driver's License IS NOT REQUIRED for this position. Contact Information: If you have any questions regarding the application process or about the Teakettle project, please contact Marissa Goodwin at mjgoodwin@unm.edu. Posted: 1/18/22.

University of Minnesota: field research internship in buckthorn control research. The Ecology lab in Dept of Forest Resources, funded through the Minnesota Invasive Terrestrial Plants and Pests Center, 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. The experiments ask how to use native plant species (grasses, wildflowers, shrubs, trees) to suppress buckthorn re-invasion and improve restoration of buckthorn-invaded woodlands and forests. Primary duties will be to establish research sites (site delineation, planting etc.), monitor the growth of experimental plants, both buckthorn and planted species; weed experimental plots; maintain deer fences; remove fallen trees; and generally assist with experimental needs. Technicians will work as a team or solo depending on the task, supervised by post-doctoral researchers. Start date no later than end of April. Preferred start is earlier, beginning to mid of April. End date is at least September 30 but work is likely available through at least mid October or at the end of agreed contract. Pay range: $13-15 per hour, depending on experience and duties Required qualifications: - Interest in field biology, ecology, forestry, restoration, plant propagation or environmental science - Dependable, motivated, with integrity and a strong work ethic - Strong skills in communicating and working with other team members across differences - Flexible team structure: work solo or as a part of the team - Attention to detail in repetitive work, and diligent adherence to standardized protocols - Flexible work hours: adapt daily plans to weather - Willing to work with plants in a wide range of field conditions across the Twin Cities, including varied weather, steep terrain, and biting insects - Strong organizational skills, - Access to a reliable vehicle to reach the multiple field sites, up to 34 miles from the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus (mileage reimbursement available). Preferred: - Experience identifying herbaceous and woody plants in Twin Cities area woodlands. Contact: Questions and applications should be directed to Artur Stefanski, via email (stefa066@umn.edu). To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV/Resume. In your cover letter, please provide your availabilty (start and end date) and contact information for two references. Posted: 12/10/21.

University of Minnesota: We are seeking an applicant for a summer Botany position at the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area within the urban corridor of the Mississippi River near Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The position runs from June 2, 2022 to August 25, 2022 (dates are firm), with a compensation of approximately $20.75/hour. The incumbent will be employed by the University of Minnesota, 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 the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area in Minnesota. 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 one mile, each direction. The position involves canoeing and motorboat access. The incumbents are responsible for securing and paying for their own housing in Hastings or the nearby area. Housing may be available near the Carpenter Nature Center in Hastings with details provided during interviews. This position is federally-funded; as such, incumbents must have proof of vaccination against COVID. Further, while the majority of work is accomplished outside, there may be a mask requirement for the times we are inside. More details will be available over the coming months. 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 23, 2022. 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. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Posted: 11/24/21.

University of Minnesota: The Plant Ecology lab in the department of Forest Resources at the University of Minnesota 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. 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 at the beginning of April 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 a variety of tasks with a 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 a 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. Fieldwork will be split between research sites at the Cloquet Forestry Center in Cloquet, MN and the Hubachek Wilderness Research Center near Ely, MN. 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 a cover letter (including available working dates), a one-page resume, and contact information for two references electronically to Artur Stefanski (stefa066@umn.edu). Posted: 6/30/21, revised: 12/10/21.

University of Missouri-Columbia: The Limnology Laboratory is seeking: Laboratory Technician; Full-time temporary. Technician will be responsible for conducting analyses on water quality samples for various water research and monitoring programs, including the Statewide Lake Assessment Program (SLAP) and the Lakes of Missouri Volunteer Program (LMVP). Previous chemistry lab experience desired, but not required. Requirements: Currently have or pursuing, a science degree, ability to work alone and as part of a team, attention to detail. Additional considration will be given to applicants with database and programming skills (Access, Visual Basic, etc.). Pay range: $11-$15/hour. Application materials: - A letter of application that includes a statement of professional goals after graduation and indicates the areas of research in which the applicant is most interested - A curriculum vitae or resume - unofficial transcript. Applications will be reviewed beginning February 8, 2022. To apply, email application materials to: jcskmz@missouri.edu. Posted: 1/11/22.

University of Montana Wilderness Institute: The Wilderness Institute is hiring research technicians to assist a team of researchers and graduate students with fieldwork exploring the effect of climate on forest development following wildfire. Research will take place in an old-growth forest plot in Yosemite National Park and at numerous locations across the 1.3-million-acre Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Data collection includes measurements of forest structure, tree demography, fuels, causes of tree mortality, mapping woody debris and tree locations, coring trees, and tree seedling surveys. This work is remote and will require front-country camping and multi-week wilderness backpacking trips. Work will include significant off-trail travel through complex terrain, while carrying heavy packs as well as delicate and expensive equipment. Duration: Mid-May through mid-August 2022. The work schedule is four 10-hour days per week, with flexible sequencing and scheduling to accommodate travel to and work in remote locations. Pay: $13.50–$15.50 per hour based on experience. Required qualifications: Experience collecting vegetation data, working safely in challenging environments, and following complex protocols. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to solve problems, both independently and in teams. Comfort with outdoor living in remote settings with no cell phone or internet service for extended periods of time is essential. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and Wilderness First Aid certification (or higher) valid for the season. Desired qualifications: Knowledge of flora, tree pathogens, and forest insects in western conifer forests. Experience with forest measurement tools, especially off-trail navigation using map and compass. Apply: Send a single PDF file containing: 1) a cover letter detailing your qualifications and why you would like to join our team, and which must include a statement of your availability and any planned mid-summer absences; 2) CV/resume; 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) e-mail address and phone number for three references to mark.kreider@umontana.edu. Applications received by December 15, 2021 will receive highest consideration. Posted: 11/23/21.

University of Nevada Reno: The Bisbing Forest Ecology & Silviculture Lab is in search of an undergraduate field assistant for the Summer 2022 field season. The technician will primarily assist a graduate student in the field, collecting phenological data of tree and plant species of the Sierra Nevada region. The project is a collaborative effort amongst plant, insect, and forest ecologists to understand how climate and disturbance affect plant phenology and phenological relationships and interactions with pollinators. Phenological monitoring transects will be established in three high-elevation forests around Donner Pass, Castle Peak, and Mt Rose. There will be the possibility of overnight camping trips in the Great Basin region to assist with additional sampling objectives as well. The ideal candidate will have great attention to detail as well as experience collecting scientific data and following standardized protocols. Work will be primarily conducted in the field so the ability to work long hours outside in various weather conditions is required. While previous experience identifying plants is not required, a willingness to learn is. The position is based out of Reno, Nevada. Compensation is $15/hr. The position will run from May through August of 2022, exact dates are still TBD. There is a possibility of continuing work into the fall semester for UNR students. To apply, please email Halina North (hnorth@unr.edu) no later than March 4th containing 1) a cover letter that explains your qualifications and interest in the project 2) a resume and 3) contact information of two references. Posted: 2/22/22.

University of Nevada Reno: The Bisbing Forest Ecology & Silviculture Lab is hiring reforestation technicians for experimental seedling plantings in Spring 2022 as part of the Sierra Nevada Adaptive Management Experiment (AMEX). These positions are critical to research implementation and toward informing climate-based reforestation efforts. Reforestation technicians will begin as soon as sites are accessible in Spring 2022 (following snowmelt, ~ mid March) and continue through May, or until planting is completed. The core tasks of this position include prepping sites for planting (aka site prep), monumenting tree planting locations, and planting seedlings. Site preparation often involves infrastructure installation and landscape modification (fencing, hand piling, etc.). Preferred candidates will have previous experience working in mountainous field conditions, chainsaw use and/or sawyer qualifications, experience or interest in planting seedlings, considerable experience conducting physical labor in demanding environments, and the ability to work well with others for long hours under strenuous field conditions. Ideally, applicants should have experience driving 4WD vehicles on remote dirt roads. Reforestation technicians may apply to work for a portion of the season and may also have the opportunity to continue as research technicians, if interested. Pay is $17/hr for technician positions & $21/hour for crew leads. Crew leads should have at least one summer of field technician experience. On-site housing facilities and a field vehicle are provided. Non-traditional housing will be necessary at some locations (camping, trailer, etc.), and applicants should be prepared to change site locations throughout the season. 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 January 7th, 2022. Posted: 12/8/21.

University of Oregon: Research technicians - Old-growth forest dynamics in the Pacific Northwest. The Diez lab at the University of Oregon and the LaManna lab at Marquette University are looking to hire two research technicians with experience in forest-survey techniques and/or Pacific Northwest plant identification skills to help address questions related to the maintenance of plant species diversity in old-growth forests in the Western Cascade Mountains of Oregon. Great positions for people potentially interested in graduate school but would like more field experience. The work will occur primarily at the H. J. Andrews (HJA) Experimental Forest, an NSF Long-tern Ecological Research (LTER) site located an hour east of Eugene, Oregon. The area is ecologically interesting and diverse, with excellent recreational opportunities including hiking and backpacking, rivers, volcanoes, and the Three Sisters Wilderness Area. Pay ~ $15/hr + housing. Apartment-style housing at the H.J.A. field station or comparable housing will be provided. Positions will run from late May/early June through Sept. 2022. Duties: Mapping, measuring and identifying trees, plants, seedlings and other forest ecology techniques. Using GPS, laser rangefinders, and other forest survey equipment. Working outside in beautiful yet sometimes challenging field conditions. Required: interest in working in an outdoor setting, measuring ecological processes and patterns; careful attention to detail; enthusiasm for ecological ideas and field work; college degree in ecology, botany, biology, or related field (or 2+ years of college-level coursework considered). Prefer: experience identifying trees and herbaceous plants of the Pacific Northwest; previous experience conducting ecological research. To Apply: please send Jeff Diez (jdiez at uoregon.edu) a resume and cover letter briefly describing interest in the position and relevant experience, as well as the names and contact information for two references. Applications received by February 7, 2022 will receive full consideration. We and the HJA have a robust COVID-19 safety plan and will expect team members are willing to comply with it. Please email Jeff with any questions. Posted: 1/31/22.

University of Oregon: The Hallett Lab is seeking to fill three plant ecology field technician positions for Spring and Summer 2022 to assist with plant monitoring, sampling, and sample processing of a large field experiment in the Sierra foothill grasslands of Northern California. This is a full-time seasonal position expected to run from mid-March through mid-September, though start and end dates are flexible. Housing will be provided onsite. We are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for all crew members. We have a robust COVID-19 safety plan and will expect that all crew members are willing to comply with it. Dates: Mid-March 2022 - Mid-September 2022 (flexible start and end dates). Location: Sierra Foothill Research and Extension Center, Browns Valley, CA. Onsite housing provided. Number of Positions: 3 crew members. Pay: $15/hour. Duties will involve: - Identifying native and invasive plant species - Monitoring flowering - Collecting and processing seed samples - Collecting plant biomass - Assessing community composition via cover - Inspecting seed viability - Prepping biomass for carbon isotope analysis Required Qualifications - Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions for long days - Demonstrated interest or experience in botany and plant identification - Attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks - At least 2 years of college-level coursework in ecology, botany, environmental science, biology, or a related field (or equivalent training and experience). Desired Qualifications - Familiarity with California grassland flora - Work experience outdoors, field work or other - Bachelor’s degree in ecology, botany, environmental science, biology, or a related field (or equivalent training and experience). To Apply: Please send a cover letter, CV or resume, and contact information for two references to Carmen Ebel at hallett.lab@gmail.com, subject line: “Seasonal field technician application” by February 5th, 2022. Be sure to include relevant coursework in your CV or resume and indicate dates available in your cover letter. Posted: 1/14/22.

University of Wisconsin-Madison: The Peery laboratory group seeks a full time crew lead to acoustically monitor avian species in the Sierra Nevada, California during the summer and curate/analyze the data at the University of Wisconsin-Madison during the rest of the year. The researcher would join our well-established team who advise and support field research and graduate student projects for members of the Peery laboratory group. Application due by Dec 31. For more information on the position and link to apply, visit: https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/511428/acoustic-crew-lead. Posted: 11/30/21.

Utah State University: Dr. Peter Adler seeks a field ecologist 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. One position is available in Logan, Utah with Adler's research group. This is a full-time, hourly position ($13-14/hr) for the period June-September, 2022, though half-time work will be available from March-May. To apply, visit: full job ad. Posted: 2/23/22.

Utah State University: Summer field jobs in old-growth western forests - Forest Demography and Fire Effects. These positions involve examining forest research plots for growth, mortality and recruitment, mapping down woody debris, as well as measuring fuels, surveying seedlings and herbaceous plants, and taking leaf samples for chemical analysis. Work will begin in the Yosemite Forest Dynamics Plot (Yosemite National Park) and continue to the Wind River Forest Dynamics Plot (Gifford Pinchot National Forest), and end in the Utah Forest Dynamics Plot (Cedar Breaks National Monument). We seek three field crew members and a field crew lead to join our team of scientists. DURATION: Mid-May through mid-August. One position is available to continue through the fall. The work schedule is four, ten-hour days per week. Because we don't work under inclement conditions, the crew needs to be flexible. We have a robust, but not terribly onerous, covid-19 plan that worked well for us in the summers of 2020 and 2021. You have to agree to follow our plan for this job. PAY: $14 per hour, $15.50 for crew lead. We provide campground and field station accommodations (camping at Yosemite and Cedar Breaks, field station at Wind River), and we provide all group cooking gear. We reimburse actual gas expenses (with receipts) for travel between the crew's residences and each of the field sites. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates need experience taking vegetation data for research purposes, working safely in challenging environments, and following complex protocols. Work will involve moving through sometimes rough terrain carrying delicate and expensive equipment, as well as carrying up to 10 kg of additional gear. Knowledge of western flora, tree pathogens, and forest insects is helpful, as is solid experience with outdoor living. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, good driving history (no recent DUI or reckless driving), and a Wilderness First Aid certification valid for the season (Wilderness First Responder preferred). APPLY: Please assemble the following into a single PDF file and email it to james.lutz@usu.edu : 1) a one-page cover letter describing your reasons for applying, confirmation of your first aid certification (or plan to earn it), and specific dates of availability including any planned mid-summer absences, or a statement that you plan none. Your stated first available day should be the day you can be in Yosemite National Park (we can't consider applications without availability information), 2) a one or two page resume, 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) names, phone numbers and email addresses of three references. Deadline: January 31, 2022. We are reviewing applications now. We try to make staffing decisions by the end of February. Additional information and background at: http://yfdp.org, http://wfdp.org, and http://ufdp.org. Posted: 12/27/21.

Washington University in St. Louis: The Myers lab seeks a seasonal field technician to participate in two large-scale research projects at the university's field station, Tyson Research Center: 1) a 40-year study of forest diversity and dynamics in a temperate forest-dynamics plot that is part of the ForestGEO global network of forest-research sites; and 2) a landscape-scale experiment investigating the importance of plant-functional traits in determining responses of plant diversity to environmental change (prescribed fire) and natural enemies (seed predators & herbivores). The technician will develop skills and gain experience in: 1) field protocols for censuses of long-term forest plots, including plant identification, tree mapping, and measurements of growth, mortality, and seed production; 2) data collection for large-scale field experiments, including surveys of plant species composition and functional-traits across environmental gradients; 3) management of large data sets; and 4) mentoring of undergraduate and high school students in field research. The position is a full-time, temporary position (up to 6 months) with no benefits. The position is available starting between March 1 and May 10, 2022. The successful applicant will need to secure their own housing in St. Louis or near Tyson Research Center (20 miles from campus). Located on the edge of the Ozark ecoregion, Tyson Research Center is a 2000-acre field station dedicated to multi-scale research, teaching opportunities, and collaboration across disciplines, institutions, and levels of academic training. Minimum requirements: Bachelors degree in a related field (e.g. biology, ecology, forestry); experience conducting field research; excellent teamwork skills; ability to work outdoors under a range of conditions that include steep terrain and hot or cold weather; proficiency with data entry using MS Excel; enthusiasm to learn new concepts, field, and laboratory skills. Preferred qualifications: A strong interest in ecology; experience working in a field team; experience with plant identification, especially in temperate forests; experience conducting independent research. To apply: Please combine the following into a single PDF file: 1) a cover letter describing your interest in this position, how the position would advance your career goals, relevant past experience, start date availability, and contact information for three references including e-mail addresses and phone numbers; and 2) a CV or resume. Apply via https://jobs.wustl.edu by entering the job ID number (JR64513) as a keyword on the Search Jobs page. Review of applications will begin February 14, 2022. Candidates are strongly encouraged to e-mail Dr. Jonathan Myers (jamyers@wustl.edu) to indicate interest in the position as soon as possible using the subject line "Seasonal Ecology Technician". Posted: 1/31/22.