Position Announcement - Species Interaction Field Tech *Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park*
April 20, 2016 *Overview* Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park is committed to guiding present and future generations to greater understanding and respect for nature by providing research and learning opportunities through its outstanding Acadia National Park setting, unique coastal Maine facilities, and innovative partnership programs. Schoodic Institute is dedicated to understanding how environmental changes, including climate, land use, and invasive species impact ecology. In addition to and in comparison with automated monitoring technologies, we work with trained field personnel to collect data, through observation and sampling, on populations of diverse organisms. We collect data on plants, birds, insects, and intertidal organisms. Our work contributes to national and international projects designed to detect and forecast ecological change at continental scales. We seek technicians who have, or are in the process of working toward, a bachelor degree in ecology, forestry, zoology, or a related field. *Summary:* The Species Interaction Field Technician’s principle work will focus on examining the relationships between fruit availability, insect availability, and bird abundances during fall migration. This position will guide volunteer groups to perform field observations and sample collection, handling, and processing where necessary. In addition to keeping track and maintaining project-related equipment, the position is also responsible for data collection and management. Daily and weekly work schedules fluctuate. Work days can be up to twelve hours long. Work days may be split with morning and evening work. At times work may begin at dawn and go through dusk. The work schedule may include weekends. The Species Interaction Field Technician position time-frame is *July 19 through Oct. 22, 2016* *Location:* The Species Interaction Field Technician’s primary work location is on the Schoodic Peninsula near Winter Harbor, ME; field work may occur throughout Acadia National Park. Residence is required on the Schoodic Education and Research Center campus (on the Schoodic Peninsula), and housing in a shared apartment will be provided by Schoodic Institute. See full details and how to apply at: www.schoodicinstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities/species-interaction-field-tech/ *Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park* *w:* www.schoodicinstitute.org <http://www.schoodicinstitute.org/> *m:* P.O. Box 277, Winter Harbor, Maine 04693 *Ecosystem research and life-long learning.*
