Title: Volunteer small mammal assistant Agency: Oregon State University
Location: Deschutes National Forest Job Description: May 15 to approximately October 31st, 2011. Priority will be given to applicants who can work the entire field season, or at least either May-August or June-October. Seeking volunteers to assist Ph.D. student on research project investigating differences in small mammal responses to fuel treatments compared to wildfires. Volunteers will work as part of a team in trapping, mark-recapture, and vegetation sampling. Field season is broken up into two trapping periods. During May-August we will be sampling the terrestrial small mammal fauna, and September-October arboreal species such as northern flying squirrels, Douglas squirrels, and woodrats. This position is based out of Sisters, OR, and most of the field season will be spent camping near trap sites. Access to internet and telephone service will be limited during work hours and a full 24 hours in some locations. Personal vehicle may be required for moving between sites and getting to town. On-the-job training on trapping, handling, data collection, and tagging small mammals will be provided. To Apply: Submit cover letter stating career goals and past research experience, resume, and contacts for 2 references to Mike Calkins ( michael.calk...@oregonstate.edu). Deadline: March 15, 2011. Include all required information in one pdf document. Qualifications: Required skills and experience: - Interest in small mammal ecology and conservation, and ecological fieldwork - Physically able to work long hours in variable and extreme weather conditions, hike through rugged terrain, and carry 40 pounds of gear for short distances - Fluent in English - Strong work ethic - Have a positive attitude and previous experience working as part of a team. - Previous field experience is preferred (but *DOESN’T* have to include small mammal trapping) Preferred skills - Previous experience trapping, handling, and tagging small mammals (but not required) Salary: 0.00 (volunteer position) Last Date to apply: March 15, 2011 Website: https://sites.google.com/site/calkinsspatialecology Contact: Mike Calkins E-mail: michael.calk...@oregonstate.edu(Preferred) Phone: 575-915-4798
