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FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed from early-mid May through 31 Jul 2005
(approx. 2.5-3 months, starting date flexible) for ongoing study
investigating the influence of the restoration of bottomland forest
habitat on the breeding bird community within the Cache River watershed
in southern Illinois. Successful applicants will assist with a
continuing long-term (12 year) study of the nesting success of
Prothonotary Warblers in the Cache River Wetlands and monitor nest
boxes, capture and band adult Prothonotary Warblers, and search for
individually marked birds returning from previous years. Qualified
assistants may also help with bird surveys and censusing.
Qualifications: Applicants must be willing to work long hours outside
under a variety of field conditions and live in a field station
(provided) with other assistants and graduate students. Applicants must
have the ability to work well independently and in groups. Applicants
must possess a valid driver’s license. Preference will be given to
applicants with prior experience monitoring nests, using mist nets to
capture and band birds, censusing birds, and orienteering with a compass
and topographic maps. Preference will also be given to applicants able
to identify (by sight and sound) birds breeding in the eastern U.S. Rate
of Pay: $1100-1500/mo (based on experience). Application: Deadline for
applications is Friday, 1 Apr 2005. Please send (via e-mail or regular
mail) a cover letter explaining your interest in the job and relevant
experience, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, addresses, and
e-mail addresses of three references to: Dr. JEFF HOOVER, Florida Museum
of Natural History, Dickinson Hall, PO Box 117800, Gainesville, FL
32611. Questions: contact JEFF HOOVER (EM: jhoover@flmnh.ufl.edu; PH:
352-392-1721 x511).

FIELD ASSISTANTS wanted For Summer 2005 Field Season--Field Assistants
needed late Apr - early Aug for an ongoing study of the mating system of
the white-throated sparrow. Research will be conducted at the Cranberry
Lake Biological Station in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. Work
will include mist-netting, banding, sampling blood for hormonal assays
and parentage, behavioral observations, GPS/GIS, and song analyses.
Previous experience desirable but not necessary; only prerequisites are
patience and persistence. Salary includes room, board, and a stipend.
Review of applications will begin 20 Jan and continue until suitable
applicants are hired. Applicants that will require a visas to work in
the United States MUST apply early in order for visa paper work to be
completed by Apr / May. Send curriculum vitae or resume and names, phone
numbers and email addresses of at least 3 references to: DR. ELAINA M.
TUTTLE, Department of Life Sciences, Science 209, Indiana State
University, Terre Haute, IN (PH: 812-237-8442; EM:
lstuttle@isugw.indstate.edu; or on the web at URL:
http://www.whitethroatedsparrow.org).

OSPREY MONITOR (part-time) needed for the Massachusetts Audubon
Society's Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary on Buzzards Bay in Dartmouth,
MA. Responsibilities include maintaining nest platforms, monitoring
breeding activity, and compiling data into a report on ospreys of Allens
Pond and the Westport River. Prior experience as a naturalist and
handling a small boat on the Westport River is preferred. Applicants
must be able to identify common coastal waterbirds, be in good physical
condition, communicate well with the public, and have their own vehicle
and binoculars. Requirements include a valid driver's license, strong
interpersonal skills, flexibility, initiative, motivation, and ability
to navigate a boat on a tidal river. This is a part-time position that
begins in mid-Apr and follows a staggered schedule for periodic
monitoring of osprey nests (25 hours/ designated week), and ends with
completion of a season report by the first of Aug. Initial nest checks
will occur every two to three weeks between mid-Apr and late May,
weather and tide permitting. By early Jun, monitoring will occur nearly
every week until the end of Jul. Monitor will be paid up to $10 per
hour, depending on experience. No housing provided. To apply, please
send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to: Sanctuary
Director, Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, 1280 Horseneck Road, Westport,
MA 02790 (EM: allenspond@massaudubon.org). Interviews will start in Feb
and position will be filled by 1 Apr 2005.

SANCTUARY STEWARD, Location: Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, South
Dartmouth, MA–Wildlife Sanctuary Steward needed to work closely with the
Director, other staff, and volunteers on overall Sanctuary management.
This is a unique opportunity to apply stewardship practices to a large
property that provides important habitat for coastal wildlife and valued
experiences to the visiting public. This is a 6-month position with a
highly variable schedule: start date is 15 Apr and job runs through
early Nov. Hours worked per week will range from 10 (during the spring
and fall) to 40 (between Jun 23 and Sep 6). Students, recent graduates
and others aligned with an academic calendar are encouraged to apply.
Sanctuary encompasses a barrier beach, a large coastal salt pond, and
forested uplands at a rural location in southeastern Massachusetts.
Responsibilities include patrolling the beach to maintain an active
presence on the sanctuary, monitor wildlife and human activities, and
engage the public in positive interactions that promote understanding of
wildlife and habitat. Steward will educate visitors about policies
regarding land use, assist with wildlife monitoring projects, maintain
and use a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles, and perform
maintenance duties including mowing, litter removal, trail clearing,
sign posting, nest box installation, and additional duties as requested.
Requirements include a valid driver's license, ability to move materials
and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, ability to walk over rough
terrain on and off trails, familiarity with landscaping machinery, and
ability to spend long days in the field walking long distances while
maintaining a positive attitude towards visitors and co-workers.
Individuals with demonstrated initiative, strong interpersonal skills,
and prior experience as a naturalist or landscaper preferred. Must work
all weekends and holidays from 27 May through 5 Sep 2005. No housing
provided. Salary $7-$9/hour depending on experience. Send cover letter,
resume and three references to Sanctuary Director, Allens Pond Wildlife
Sanctuary, 1280 Horseneck Road, Westport, MA 02790 (EM:
allenspond@massaudubon.org).

SHOREBIRD MONITORS (1.5), Location: Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary,
South Dartmouth, MA–Two Shorebird Monitors will work closely with the
Director, other staff, and volunteers mid Apr to late Aug to protect
nesting piping plovers and least terns. The two positions combined will
cover 56-60 hours per week of field work, data compilation, and report
completion. Sanctuary encompasses a barrier beach, a large coastal salt
pond, and forested uplands at a rural location in southeastern
Massachusetts. Responsibilities include independently erecting and
maintaining protective fencing, collecting data on field forms,
submitting data and other reports to partnering agencies, talking with
beachgoers about endangered species conservation, and occasionally
coordinating volunteers. Individuals with demonstrated initiative and
prior experience as a naturalist, especially identifying, monitoring, or
protecting birds, preferred. Applicants must be able to identify common
coastal waterbirds, be in good physical condition, communicate well with
the public, and have their own vehicle and binoculars. Requirements
include a valid driver's license; strong interpersonal skills;
flexibility; self-motivation; and ability to move materials and
equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, walk long distances over rough
terrain, and spend long days in the field regardless of weather
conditions. Monitors will be responsible for the care and use of various
tools, equipment, and vehicles and additional duties as requested.
Positions begin mid-Apr and run steadily through Jul. In Aug, one
position will continue to finish the field season and complete the
report. Graduate students seeking a field experience or multi-year
research project are encouraged to apply. No housing provided. Salary:
$8-10/hr depending on experience. Send cover letter, resume and three
references to Sanctuary Director, Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, 1280
Horseneck Road, Westport, MA 02790 (EM: allenspond@massaudubon.org).

THREE TECHNICIANS NEEDED for surveys of birds, bats and vegetation in
northwest Virginia from 1 Apr - 31 Aug 2005 with possibility of
two-month extension. This project is through the Smithsonian Institute's
Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal, VA. Bird work consists
of standard point counts during breeding season at multiple
high-elevation sites within state. Bat work includes several weeks of
capturing and telemetry of Indiana bats migrating from winter caves to
summer roosting areas. Duties also include habitat surveys of bird and
bat locations. Remaining time spent on data entry, data analysis, point
establishment, and logistical planning. Schedule will focus around night
work during bat season and early morning work during birding season.
Applicants must have prior experience conducting point counts and
excellent identification skills of eastern songbirds. Preferably they
will also have a working knowledge of telemetry and general tree
identification skills. Excellent physical shape and experience in
off-road conditions are expected. Work will encompass several survey
methods and species, so flexibility and a broad range of interests are
helpful. Salary is $1000 - $1200/month, DOE. Housing and field vehicles
will be provided. To apply send resume, unofficial transcripts, and
contact information for three references to HEATHER LESSIG (EM:
lessigh@si.edu (preferred)) or at 1500 Remount Rd., Front Royal, VA,
22630 (540-622-8419). Application deadline 31 Jan 2005.

BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIANS (3) needed to assist in a study of montane
wetland and waterbird ecology at Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife
Refuge, southwest Montana. Duration likely Apr – mid Sep. Work involves
daily waterbird surveys, capture and marking of white-faced ibis (tibia
bands) and ducks (nasal markers), and submerged aquatic vegetation and
water quality monitoring. Applicants must be physically capable of
hiking through miles of knee-deep muck while wearing waders and dodging
hordes of mosquitoes. Must be able to identify western waterbirds by
sight; banding, boating, and wetland vegetation identification
experience a plus. Refuge housing provided (bunkhouse) for ~$90/month.
Applicants will need to apply to the USFWS Region 6 announcement for
GS-4/5 Bio Tech (Wildlife) or GS-4/5 Bio Tech (General) positions and
designate Red Rock Lakes NWR as one of their 3 selections. Positions
will be posted on the USAJOBS web site (URL: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov)
from 24 Jan – 11 Feb, with details on how to apply. Questions regarding
the positions can be directed to JEFF WARREN, (EM:
jeffrey_warren@fws.gov , PH; 406-276-3536).

CERULEAN WARBLER RESEARCH (10-12 field tech positions) 15 Apr - 31 Aug
2005 (Start/ stop date is somewhat flexible.) A study will be conducted
on the effects of silvicultural practices on mature forest songbirds in
West Virginia. This will be a great opportunity to spend time in the
beautiful remote mountain areas West Virginia has to offer. The focus of
the research will be spot-mapping and nest searching although other
duties might include vegetation sampling and GPS work. Emphasis will be
placed on the Cerulean Warbler although the surveys will also include
Ovenbird, Scarlet Tanager, Worm-eating Warbler, Wood Thrush, Hooded
Warbler and Kentucky Warbler. Successful applicants will have experience
identifying Eastern songbirds by sight and sound, spot-mapping and/or
nest searching. Applicants must be physically able to work on the steep
mountain terrain and work well with others in close quarters. Initially
all techs will have a 6 day work week (primarily during territory
delineation, nest building/ nestling feeding) although days off will
often be subject to weather. Housing (no pets) and a stipend of
$1000-$1300 mo. (based on experience and available funding) will be
provided as well as transportation to and from field locations. Safety
training will also be provided (i.e. first aid/ CPR). Interested
applicants should send a short cover letter, resume and (3) references
(email preferred) to GREG GEORGE (EM: ggeorge3@mix.wvu.edu) Division of
Forestry, West Virginia University, 322 Percival Hall, PO BOX 6125,
Morgantown, WV 26506-6125.

TERRESTRIAL and AQUATIC BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIANS (~12) – FIELD RESEARCH
needed (May to Aug 2005) to conduct waterfowl, Piping Plover, Burrowing
Owl, grassland songbird, and fisheries research in southern
Saskatchewan. Projects include work in native and tame grasslands, and
riverine and lacustrine ecosystems. Duties may include abundance
surveys, electrofishing, nest searching and monitoring, behavioral
observations, habitat assessments, and data recording and entry.
Applicants should have a valid drivers licence, and be prepared to work
long hours. Preference will be given to applicants who are Canadian
citizens, and have previous experience with applicable biological
sampling techniques, including operation of ATVs, electrofishing
equipment, and small outboard boats, as position requires. Applicants
should be physically fit, enthusiastic, team players who can relate well
with private landowners. Salary ranges from $13.74-14.43/hr (CDN)
depending on experience, with expenses covered for travel within, but
not to, the study areas. Only candidates for interview will be
contacted. Please post by mail a cover letter, resume, and the name and
phone numbers of two references by Feb 23 to GLEN MCMASTER c/o
Saskatchewan Watershed Authority, Suite 420 – 2365 Albert Street, Regina
SK, S4P 4K1, CANADA. Resumes sent electronically will not be accepted,
but inquiries can be made by phone (PH: 306-787-0726) or email (EM:
Glen.McMaster@swa.ca). Website: <http://www.swa.ca/>. The Saskatchewan
Watershed Authority is an employment equity employer.

EXPERIENCED AVIAN SURVEYORS needed from 21 Jan through 15 Aug 2005, to
conduct nesting bird surveys in the San Francisco Bay Area, California.
Applicants should have experience with nest surveys of the region’s
birds, and own a pair of functioning binoculars. Surveys will be
conducted 5 hours/day, 6 days/week. Habitat is a mosaic of typical
coastal vegetation types, including an abundance of poison oak. Pay is
$15-20 per hour, commensurate with experience. To apply please send a
letter of interest, resume, and contact information for 3 references to:
JOE DRENNAN (EM: jed@garciaandassociates.com). Email is preferred, but
hardcopy applications can be sent to: Garcia and Associates, 2601
Mission Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA 94110.

GRADUATE STUDENT POSITION in Sex-Specific Song Learning--A graduate
student position (Ph.D.) to study sexually distinct song learning in the
Northern cardinal is open in my laboratory at Boston University.
Research: The goals of the project are to identify how the nature and
timing of song learning can be modified by environmental factors and how
this modifiability differs in males and females using a captive
population of cardinals. The project involves nestling collection in the
field (2~3 month a year in MA, NY, AZ, NM), hand-rearing, production and
daily delivery of tutor stimuli, sound recording, and data analyses. The
project will be completed in three years. Later in their graduate
career, the student is expected to develop his/her own research program
to complete his/her Ph.D. Funding: Funding, including stipend (currently
$23,250 a year), tuition, and benefits will be guaranteed for five years
with a combination of research assistantships, teaching assistantships,
and a fellowship offered by Boston University. External funding for the
birdsong project is currently pending. If funded, the student will be
fully supported by the grant for the first three years to engage in
research full-time. Environment: In addition to the behavioral study of
birdsong, the lab also studies the neural basis of sexually distinct
song production in frogs (see
http://www.bu.edu/biology/Faculty_Staff/yamaguchi.html for more). Thus,
the student will have an opportunity to learn concepts and techniques in
neuroscience in addition to conducting research in animal behavior. The
Biology department has a strong group of faculty interested in animal
behavior, evolutionary biology, and neurobiology (URL:
http://www.bu.edu/biology/). In addition to cultural diversity, Boston
offers an intellectually stimulating environment for students due to the
large number of universities in the metropolitan area (see Boston
Behavior Club; URL:
http://cgr.harvard.edu/hans/html/behavior_club.html), for example).
Qualification: Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in biology or a
related area, experience with field biology, and be interested in song
learning, sex differences, and acoustic communication. Experience with
mist-netting and sound analyses is a plus. Contact Information:
Interested applicants should contact DR. AYAKO YAMAGUCHI (EM: ay@bu.edu)
no later than 15 Feb 2005. Promising candidates will be invited for
interviews.

7 WILDLIFE RESEARCH ASSISTANTS needed for field and laboratory work on
Lesser Scaup. Assistants will work in cooperation with ecologists from
Louisiana State University (LSU), USGS LA Coop. Wildlife Research Unit,
Ducks Unlimited, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and Illinois, Iowa,
Missouri, Minnesota, and North Dakota State Wildlife Agencies on a
multi-state project designed to examine one of the leading hypotheses
explaining the marked decline of the continental Lesser Scaup
population. In the field, assistants will work long hours, and be
responsible for capturing, taking blood samples, color-marking, and
banding Lesser Scaup during spring migration in Illinois and Iowa.
Assistants also will assist in conducting behavioral observations,
collecting ducks, and conducting wetland habitat surveys throughout
spring migration in the upper-Midwest. The laboratory component of this
research will be conducted at LSU in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where
technicians will dissect ducks, sort/count invertebrate samples, and
enter data into spreadsheets. We will hire 3 crew leaders ($1450/month)
and 4 technicians ($1100/month) from *early Mar 2005 through Jun 2005.
*Each position start and end time varies but will be approximately: 2 @
3/1/05 – 6/30/05, 2 @ 3/15/05 – 6/30/05, 1 @ 3/20/05 – 5/15/05, and 2 @
4/1/05 – 5/15/05. Housing and travel expenses will be provided during
the project. A B.S degree in wildlife (or related field), particular
knowledge/interest in wetland ecology, and experience with field studies
are preferred, but not required. Please send resume with 3 references to
MICHAEL J. ANTEAU (PhD student) (EM: mantea1@lsu.edu) (mantea + number
one) or DR. ALAN D. AFTON (EM: Aafton@lsu.edu), at the USGS LA Coop Fish
and Wildlife Research Unit, School of Renewable Natural Resources,
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803.

SUMMER INTERNSHIPS–The Avian Science and Conservation Centre of McGill
University offers up to four non-salaried summer internships (Mar to Aug
only) with free residence within walking distance of the centre. Each
intern gains experience in care, handling and propagation of captive
birds, i.e. American kestrels and endangered loggerhead shrikes and may
also become involved in scientific research in field or laboratory. For
more information, contact Dr. David M. Bird at (PH: 1-514-398-7760; EM:
bird@nrs.mcgill.ca; or visit http://www.nrs.mcgill.ca/ascc).

FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT needed for a project studying the population
dynamics of Florida scrub-jays (FSJs) at the Avon Park Air Force Range,
in south-central Florida. The position requires independent work in
scrub habitat, often in remote areas of a 100,000-acre military reserve.
Primary duties include behavioral observation, nest searching and
monitoring, banding and bleeding nestlings, and accurately reading color
bands. Additional duties may involve GPS data collection, using an ATV
to conduct habitat surveys, and limited data entry. Applicants must be
able to read color bands. A keen interest in bird behavior, attention to
detail, and patience are the most important prerequisites. Experience in
capturing, handling and banding birds and tolerance for a vast array of
biting insects and some snakes will be helpful, though not essential.
Motivation to work long hours under hot/humid field conditions is
essential. Position available 1 Mar through Jul 2005 (starting and
ending dates somewhat flexible). Salary is $1200 per month, plus free
housing (no pets). Applicants should send a letter of interest and
resume (with names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three
references) via email (EM: mdent@archbold-station.org) (please indicate
‘field assistant application’ in the subject heading). Questions may be
directed to MICHELLE DENT at the same e-mail address or call (PH: 863-
452-4182). Applications must be submitted by 14 Feb; early application
is encouraged.

WETLANDS ECOLOGY DIVISION RESEARCH INTERNSHIP with PRBO Conservation
Science. 15 Mar to 1 Sep 2005. One field assistant needed for the
Western Snowy Plover Recovery Project within beautiful Point Reyes
National Seashore, Marin County, California. Duties include locating,
protecting, and monitoring success of Snowy plover nests on three
different beaches within the park. Monitoring broods daily for 28 days,
and participation in an ongoing project to help identify potential
predators. Some outreach may be required and the ability to function in
a very public job is essential. Days can be long and data entry is
required. This position requires the ability to walk long distances on
sandy beaches. A functioning pair of binoculars, reliable vehicle,
current proof of insurance, and a valid driver ’s license is needed.
Mileage is reimbursed at the federal mileage rate (currently 40.5
cents/mile). A monthly stipend of $1200 is provided as well as housing.
This is a shared house and the ability to get along well with others and
participate in weekly house meetings and chores is mandatory. Please
email(e mail preferred) or mail a letter of interest describing previous
experience with field research, a resume, and contact information for
three references to KATE PETERLEIN at PRBO, 4990 Shoreline Highway,
Stinson Beach, CA 94970 (PH: 415-868-0371 ext. 304; EM:
cpeterlein@prbo.org).

WESTERN BOREAL FOREST CAVITY NESTER RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) needed from
approximately 15 Apr through 15 Aug 2005. Research examines ecology of
the cavity-using community in intact and harvested aspen-dominated
mixedwood boreal forest landscapes (URL:
http://www.biology.ualberta.ca/faculty/susan_hannon/index.php?Page=2780).
Field sites are near Lac La Biche, Alberta and Meadow Lake,
Saskatchewan. Responsibilities include surveys for avian cavity users,
searching for and monitoring cavities, habitat sampling, data entry and
proofing, and maintaining field equipment. Applicants should have some
experience identifying birds by sight and sound, a valid driver’s
license, and be in good physical condition. These positions involve very
early mornings and long days, bushwacking in remote areas, operating
ATVs over rough terrain, working alone (but in radio contact) in black
bear country, and battling mosquito and black fly season. Monthly
stipend is ~$1,700-$2,200 (CDN) depending on experience. Housing is
provided; some camping necessary. Email application materials as a
single Word document to: hcooke@ualberta.ca. Or, mail cover letter,
resume and reference information to: HILARY COOKE, Department of
Biological Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton AB, Canada T5N 1K5.
Positions filled as suitable applications received.

RAPTOR MIGRATION STUDY INTERNS needed for summer and fall 2005 (11 Jul
through 31 Dec 2005) to help coordinate volunteer raptor migration
studies at the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory, near San Francisco, CA.
Four intern positions are available for the 2005 season for enthusiastic
recent graduates or seniors in biology. Experience in banding, handling,
identifying, and radio-tracking raptors is preferred but not required.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Computer
skills are helpful. Creative energy for dealing with fog is a plus.
Field duties include: identifying and counting raptors; trapping and
banding raptors; tending captive lure bird colony; and tracking
radio-tagged hawks. Field days are long and can be strenuous; applicants
should be in good physical condition. Office duties include data entry,
response to public inquiries, and interaction with volunteers. Some
teaching is required. Housing is provided within walking distance of the
office in a dormitory setting (single rooms, shared bath and kitchen). A
vehicle is strongly recommended for access to shopping, field sites, and
off-duty activities. A stipend of $75.00 per week is included. For
further information, visit http://www.ggro.org. Send resume (with phone
numbers of three references and your current address and phone number)
to Buzz Hull, Research Director, Golden Gate Raptor Observatory,
Building 1064, Fort Cronkhite, Sausalito, CA 94965 Phone: (PH:
415-331-0730, FX: 415-331-7521, EM: bhull@parksconservancy.org)

FIELD TECHNICIANS (2) needed 22 May to early-Aug for an ongoing research
project on juvenile Neotropical songbird movements and habitat use in
Randolph County, WV. Salary: $1000 - $1100/month depending upon
experience. Primary duties include passerine nest searching, radio
tracking, and vegetation sampling. Other duties throughout the summer
include mist-netting, raptor surveying, and data entry. Must be in good
physical condition and willing to work independently 8-10 hours per day
hiking in rugged terrain under often-rainy conditions. Must be a
responsible individual that can live amicably in shared housing (no
pets). Prefer applicants familiar with eastern Neotropical migrant
songbirds. Driver safety training, CPR and first-aid certification, and
additional training will be provided. Send cover letter, resume, and
names of 2 references by e-mail attachment to tdelling@mix.wvu.edu. If
e-mail is not available, send to TIM DELLINGER, Coop. Fish and Wildlife
Research Unit, P.O. Box 6125, Morgantown, WV 26506. Inquiries call TIM
DELLINGER (PH: 304-293-3794 ext. 2316).

FIELD CREW LEADER (1) and FIELD TECHNICIAN (2) needed for 22 May to 15
Oct for an ongoing research project on juvenile Neotropical songbird
movements and habitat use in Randolph County, WV. Salary: Crew Leader
$1300/month; Technicians $1000 - $1100/month depending upon experience.
Primary duties for both positions include passerine nest searching,
radio tracking, and vegetation sampling. Other duties throughout the
summer include mist-netting, raptor surveying, and data entry. Prefer
applicants familiar with eastern Neotropical migrant songbirds. Crew
leader duties will include supervising and assisting in coordinating
daily activities and training field assistants in the use of
radio-telemetry, GPS, recording data, etc. Requirements for crew leader
include extensive telemetry experience, some familiarity with
mist-netting and banding, and self-motivation. For both positions must
be in good physical condition and willing to work independently 8-10
hours per day hiking in rugged terrain under often rainy conditions.
Must be a responsible individual that can live amicably in shared
housing (no pets). Driver safety training, CPR and first-aid
certification, and additional training will be provided. Send cover
letter, resume, and names of 2 references by e-mail attachment to
tdelling@mix.wvu.edu. If e-mail is not available, send to TIM DELLINGER,
Coop. Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, P.O. Box 6125, Morgantown, WV
26506. Inquiries call TIM DELLINGER (PH: 304-293-3794 ext. 2316). -

FIELD TECHNICIANS (22-28) needed for Northern Goshawk and Flammulated
Owl surveys in Montana. The Avian Science Center is seeking motivated
individuals for our well-established Landbird Monitoring Program (URL:
http://www.avianscience.org). Northern Goshawks: Field technicians will
conduct off-road (and trail) surveys for nesting goshawks using
playbacks. Technicians will work primarily in pairs, with each pair
assigned to one of nine national forests in MT. Expect challenging
terrain and a variety of habitats. Previous raptor survey experience
helpful but not essential. Must be an extremely strong hiker, know how
to travel using topographical maps and aerial photos, and be able to
drive a vehicle with a standard transmission. Approximate dates 16 May –
15 Aug 2005. Flammulated Owls: Field technicians will conduct nocturnal
surveys primarily along roads and trails for nesting Flammulated owls
using playbacks. Technicians will work independently, with each
individual assigned to one of nine national forests in MT. Previous owl
survey experience helpful but not essential. Must be a strong hiker,
know how to travel using topographical maps and aerial photos, be able
to drive a vehicle with a standard transmission, and enjoy working the
"night shift". Approximate dates 9 May – 22 Jul 2005. For both
positions, duties include finding birds using playbacks, sampling
vegetation, locating study sites, maintaining data sheets and other
documentation, and computer data entry. Crews can expect to camp out for
most of the season. Expect long hours, inclement weather, and
spectacular country. Salary approximately $1980 to $2200 per month (GS-4
or 5 level) plus field per diem. To Apply: You must be a U.S. citizen
for these positions. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and
the names and contact info for 3 references to KRISTINA SMUCKER,
preferably via email (EM:Kristina.smucker@mso.umt.edu), or via Avian
Science Center, Division of Biological Sciences, University of Montana,
Missoula, MT 59812; (PH: 406-243-2035).

WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN INTERN needed from mid-Apr through mid-Jul to assist
refuge biologist in conducting wildlife surveys on Eastern Shore of
Virginia and Fisherman Island National Wildlife Refuges located at the
southern tip of the Delmarva Peninsula. Duties include assisting with
breeding landbird surveys, marsh bird callback surveys, beach-nesting
bird monitoring, vegetation measurements, invasive species monitoring,
predator surveys and data entry. A current student or recent graduate in
wildlife biology or other natural resource areas is required. A driver’s
license is also required. Candidate selected should be reliable and
willing to endure heat, humidity, various biting insects and early
mornings. Work is often conducted in thick shrub-scrub vegetation.
Interns must be able to work independently and be self-starters.
Mosquitoes can be severe and daily checks for ticks are necessary;
however, the position provides incredible opportunities for viewing and
learning about wildlife. Area is relatively rural with most services
located approximately 10 miles away. The position requires a 40 hour
work week with housing provided and a stipend of $200 per week.
Applicants who can start in Apr are preferred, but May applicants will
be considered. Send letter of interest, resume and contact information
for 3 references by 7 Mar to PAM DENMON, Eastern Shore of Virginia
National Wildlife Refuge, 5003 Hallett Circle, Cape Charles, VA 23310.
Applications can also be e-mailed to Pamela_Denmon@fws.gov.

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT WATERFOWL? ALASKA WATERFOWL INTERNSHIPS (2
positions) 10 Mar -- 30 Jun 2005. Interns will conduct spring waterfowl
surveys along the Naknek River on the Alaska Peninsula (mid Mar – mid
May), waterfowl disturbance monitoring, possibly some aerial
waterfowl/shorebird radio telemetry, assist with remote shorebird
surveys (mid May – early Jun), waterfowl data analysis and report
preparation. Daily waterfowl surveys are conducted by vehicle/foot.
Position will be based out of the Fish & Wildlife Service office in King
Salmon and live in a coed bunkhouse or cabin. To Qualify you must have a
college degree or junior/senior standing in wildlife or biology program,
must be able to identify waterfowl, work in cold / windy conditions,
drive four-wheel-drive trucks, pass 12-gauge shotgun qualification (bear
safety), use IBM-PC software, be in excellent physical condition, and
able to work independently. Air fare, food/lodging and small stipend
included. To apply - send detailed cover letter, resume (include
names/contacts for 3 references) to SUSAN SAVAGE (Waterfowl), (EM:
susan_savage@fws.gov) or AK Pen Nat’l Wildl. Refuge, PO Box 277, King
Salmon, AK 99613, postmarked by 11 Feb 2005.

NORTHEN GOSHAWK FIELD TECHNICIANS (4-6) needed to conduct surveys for
active goshawk territories in Northern Idaho using call playback and
stand search techniques. Technicians will conduct off-road surveys in
challenging terrain and a variety of habitats. Technicians will be
working in pairs so partners are encouraged to apply. Previous raptor
survey experience helpful but not essential. Must be an extremely strong
hiker, know how to travel using topographical maps and aerial photos.
Approximate dates of employment are 16 May – 15 Aug 2005. Duties include
finding birds using playbacks, sampling vegetation, locating study
sites, maintaining data sheets and other documentation, and computer
data entry. Crews can expect to camp out for most of the season. Expect
long hours, inclement weather, and spectacular country. Technicians are
required to provide their own vehicles (4x4’s not required but may come
in handy). Technicians will be reimbursed mileage and per diem in
addition to a salary of $1980-$2200 per month. Please send a cover
letter, resume, and the names and contact information for 3 references
to JOEL SAUDER, preferably via email (EM: jsauder@idfg.state.id.us), or
via mail at Idaho Department of Fish and Game, 1540 Warner Ave, Lewiston
ID 83501.

FLAMMULATED OWL FIELD TECHNICIANS (2-3) needed to conduct nocturnal
surveys primarily along roads and trails for nesting owls using playback
techniques. Technicians will work independently. Previous owl survey
experience helpful but not essential. Must be a strong hiker, know how
to travel using topographical maps and aerial photos, and enjoy working
the "night shift". Approximate dates of employment are 9 May – 22 Jul
2005. Duties include finding birds using playbacks, sampling vegetation,
locating study sites, maintaining data sheets and other documentation,
and computer data entry. Technicians can expect to camp out for most of
the season. Expect long hours, inclement weather, and spectacular
country. Technicians are required to provide their own vehicles (4x4’s
not required but may come in handy). Technicians will be reimbursed
mileage and per diem on addition to a salary of $1980-$2200 per month.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact
information for 3 references to JOEL SAUDER, preferably via email (EM:
jsauder@idfg.state.id.us), or via mail at Idaho Department of Fish and
Game, 1540 Warner Ave, Lewiston ID 83501.

FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) to assist with a Mexican spotted owl study
in Grand Canyon National Park, 15 Mar – 15 Aug (starting ending dates
flexible). Duties will include assisting with the capture, banding, and
tracking of spotted owls, collecting vegetative data, and other tasks as
assigned. Applicants must be in strong physical condition, enjoy
backpacking in steep rocky terrain, willing to work 12-18 hour shifts in
temperatures ranging from 10 – 110 deg. F, and regularly work from dusk
until dawn. Field accommodations will be minimal and applicants must be
enthusiastic and maintain a positive attitude while sharing close
corridors and working in difficult field conditions. In addition to
hiking and backpacking throughout the Grand Canyon assistants will take
part in a rafting trip down the Colorado River to access remote sites.
Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience with owls
and/or telemetry, strong backpacking! /climbing experience, and ability
to work with little supervision. A $1200-1500 stipend is provided
depending on experience. Vehicle is preferred, mileage reimbursed.
Please send a cover letter explaining interest, dates of availability, a
resume or CV, and contact information of 3 references to
tsbowden@yahoo.com or TIM BOWDEN Montana State University, Department of
Ecology, PO Box 173460 Bozeman, MT 59717-3460. Closing date is 1 Mar 2005.