One field technician is needed to conduct field work for a bioacoustics research project at survey sites throughout Humboldt County, CA. This monitoring program will use autonomous recording units (ARUs) to survey for marbled murrelets, an endangered species of seabird that nests in coastal old-growth stands.

The research project focuses on developing a novel acoustic protocol for monitoring marbled murrelets that can be widely used by public land managers and private landowners. This cryptic species is difficult and thus labor-intensive to detect through typical survey methods, so the project aims to develop cost-effective and accurate means for detecting murrelets through passive acoustic monitoring.

Schedules are expected to be irregular, dependent on weather conditions, and will include a combination of field and office work. Field work consists of deploying, servicing, and retrieving ARUs throughout survey sites. Most sites will be reached by vehicle via forest roads, but some areas may require short-distance hikes to deployment locations. Office work can include, but is not limited to, data entry, downloading and managing acoustic data, updating maps, and prepping and troubleshooting equipment. Other duties may include clearing roads of debris, and vehicle maintenance. Much of the work will be solitary, but field housing may be shared amongst others. The technician must be respectful and able to live with others, cooperatively.

Ideal applicants will have experience working in remote conditions; working solo in the field; and driving 4WD vehicles on unmaintained, back country roads. Experience with ARUs/acoustic data collection is a plus. Chainsaw certification is highly recommended.

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• 70% Prepares lab and/or field test materials and samples according to established research requirements and specifications. Performs lab or field tests.
• 5% Inspects and maintains equipment, supplies, inventory, and facility spaces
• 20% Collects data and monitors test results according to established research requirements and specifications
• 5% Reviews data to summarize results for presentations or reporting

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Required
Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife or related field required or relevant field experience

-Ability to safely operate 4-wheel-drive vehicles on backcountry roads
-Applicants must be physically fit (i.e., able to walk up to 1 mile in sometimes steep terrain).
-Demonstrated ability to take detailed field notes and translate these into electronic databases.
-Ability to work alone far from human settlements.
-Ability and confidence navigating unfamiliar terrain with maps, compass and GPS.
-Ability to follow established field protocols
-Ability to adapt a work plan to changing field conditions
-A clean driving record is required.
-Must work and live cooperatively.

Required
Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards

Start and end dates for this position are somewhat flexible, but the season will likely run March through September, with a target start date of March 1st. Pay is $20-22/hour, based on experience. A typical workweek is 40 hours. Field housing will be provided, occasional overnight camping may be required.

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Terminal appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding.

Minimum $20.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Include a cover letter stating why you are interested in a position, a resume with at least three references and their contact information. For questions or additional information about the position please contact Rylie Strasbaugh (strasbaugh@wisc.edu).

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:

Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience
References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor). References will not be contacted without prior notice.
It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Hong Zhang
hong.zhang@wisc.edu
608-265-4473
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Research Technician(RE038)

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/ FOREST & WILDLIFE ECOL

Temporary Employment

308164-CL

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