VOLUNTEER FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT (1) needed to assist with a Mexican spotted owl behavioral study in Grand Canyon National Park, 1 July – 31 August (minimum of 1 month commitment). Duties will include backpacking to remote canyons and recording diurnal roosting owl behavior, assessing owl breeding status, and data entry. Volunteers will be required to camp within canyons for up to 8 days and use a spotting scope for extended periods. Food, housing, and a $15 per diem stipend will be provided. Preference will be given to applicants with experience backpacking in rugged terrain and conducting animal behavior studies. Please send a cover letter explaining interest, dates of availability, and a resume or CV to tim_bow...@nps.gov or Tim Bowden, Grand Canyon National Park, Science Center, PO Box 129, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023. Position open until filled.
