Biologist I Position Announcement Nov 2013
Cherokee Services Group (CSG) currently holds a
technical services support contract with the US
Geological Survey (USGS), Fort Collins Science
Center, Invasive Species Science Branch which
conducts ongoing research on the biology, control
and containment of the invasive nocturnal Brown
Treesnake on Guam, the Mariana Islands, and
throughout the Pacific region
(<http://www.fort.usgs.gov/Resources/Education/BTS/>http://www.fort.usgs.gov/Resources/Education/BTS/).
About Cherokee Services Group
Established in 2005, CSG is a leading provider of
information technology and business support
services. Its award-winning team of more than
200 employees delivers best-value IT solutions
for commercial and government clients across the
U.S. The company specializes in software and
application services, network infrastructure
services, and business process services.
Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, CSG has a
regional office in Fort Collins, CO, and 22
additional offices nationwide. Wholly owned by
the Cherokee Nation, CSG is part of the Cherokee
Nation Business family of companies.
Position Summary
CSG has openings for (2) Biologist I, full-time
positions to join the team of research biologists
on Guam. The successful candidate will be
provided with the unique opportunity to
participate in ongoing research in a dynamic
Western Pacific island field setting. Field data
collection occurs both during the day and at night.
Duties will include (but not limited to):
· Night visual surveys for and the hand capture of Brown Treesnakes
· Collection of morphological data
· Snake, lizard, and rodent trapping
· Preparation and maintenance of
materials and equipment for experiments
· Preparation and maintenance of study
sites including the use of brush cutting, power saws, and other equipment
· Handling of live and dead animals
(snakes, lizards, rodents, and other vertebrates)
· Laboratory work including the care of lab animals
· Data entry and management
The successful candidate may also be trained as
a member of the Rapid Response Team which could
require multi-week trips to other (possibly
remote) locations in search of snakes, including
long hours and difficult conditions involving
hot, humid and rainy inclement weather.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
· Bachelors degree in biology, ecology,
environmental education or related field
· Valid drivers license and clean driving record
· Possession of a valid passport and
ability to work legally in the U.S.
Other requirements:
* Excellent (corrected) eyesight, health and physical stamina
* A strong work ethic and the ability to work on a research team
* Ability to walk over rough terrain and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment
* Tolerance of climatic extremes in mosquito
and spider infested areas while maintaining a sense of humor
* Meticulous collection of field data and
data entry while adhering to scientific and safety protocols
* An interest in working on a nocturnal species
* An extensive background check is required
for access to military property
* Pre-employment drug screening
Preference will be given to applicants that can demonstrate:
· A strong interest in academic applied research
· A background in international field research
· Experience with snake handling
· A desire to live in the tropics
· A comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft
Word, Excel and Access applications
· Ability to demonstrate exceptional
writing and communication skills as well as the
ability to produce professional quality documents
Travel to and from Guam is paid with a one year
commitment; however preference will be shown to
employees that can commit to 2 years.
Compensation is 35K annual salary and includes
benefits, 3 weeks paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Applications will be considered upon receipt.
Early application for the position is strongly
advised. Last date to apply: November 24, 2013.
Position start date on Guam is January 3, 2014.
Applicants must be available for phone interview
(Guam Chamorro Standard Time) December 2 4,
2013 (Mainland U.S. dates are December 1 3).
To apply please send a single document (PDF or
Word and include your name in the file) that includes:
· Cover letter
· Resume
· At least 3 references
· Expiration date on Passport
To Stewart Moon
(<mailto:stewart.m...@cnent.com>stewart.m...@cnent.com).
In the subject line type: Guam Biologist I Nov
2013. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
All questions about the position may be sent to
the Guam BTS Research Manager, MJ Mazurek
at: <mailto:guam...@gmail.com>guam...@gmail.com
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MJ Mazurek
Research Manager
USGS/CSG
Guam Brown Treesnake Project
PO Box 8255, MOU-3
Dededo, Guam 96912
671-687-9533 (cell)
671-355-4013 (office)
971-355-5098 (fax)
