Hello all, Apologies for cross-posting (and for the mass reply before...). Due to inquiries I already received, I'd like to state that applicants can have a degree. Therefore, please see the corrected advertisement below. Thanks, Sharon
VOLUNTEER POSITION: Black bear research APPLICATION DEADLINE: 20 March 2007 STUDY: Urban black bear ecology JOB DESCRIPTION and DUTIES: One volunteer technician needed to assist on an urban black bear ecology study in Aspen and Glenwood Springs, Colorado from May 1-August 31 (dates somewhat flexible). This is a multiple organizational (USDA-WS-National Wildlife Research Center, Colorado Division of Wildlife, and Colorado State University) effort to perform research that aids in reducing bear- human conflict in urban environments. Duties include (but are not limited to): trapping, handling and processing of black bears, radio-tracking and downloading GPS locations of tagged bears, backtracking and sampling anthropogenic and natural food sources used by bears, monitoring availability of anthropogenic and natural food sources, public education activities, equipment maintenance, and administrative work including data entry. Typical work schedule is 10-days-on, 4-days-off. Interested applicants should send a cover letter (state dates of availability), resume, and phone and e-mail contact information for 3 references. For more information about the study see: http://www.warnercnr.colostate.edu/research/bear QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must: 1) be minimally an undergraduate student in wildlife biology or wildlife conservation, or in a related ecology, natural resources or biological field, 2) be able to work for long and varying hours in sometimes challenging physical conditions, including steep mountainous terrain and inclement weather, 3) feel comfortable hiking alone in bear country, 4) have good communication skills and work and interact well with public and private land owners, 5) able to work well independently but also work closely with other project personnel, 6) be able to follow protocols, including being meticulous in collecting and recording data, 7) have strong work ethics and a positive attitude! 8) have a valid U.S. drivers license Additional beneficial qualifications include: good map reading and orienteering skills (including use of GPS), 4-wheel driving skills, ability to operate standard transmission vehicles, and Spanish language skills. STIPEND: Approximately $500 monthly, paid as per diem. Housing is provided. HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants should send via email to the address below a cover letter (state dates of availability), resume, and phone and e-mail contact information for 3 references (Deadline is 20 March 2007). CONTACT: Sharon Baruch-Mordo Graduate Research Assistant Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO 80523-1474 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
