[ECOLOG-L] USGS Sage-Grouse Wildlife Biologist/'Post-Docs'
Seeking wildlife biologists/ecologists with a strong applied research background in quantitative wildlife biology and ability to publish peer-reviewed manuscripts. Successful applicants will join a large and exciting research team led by Dr. Peter Coates with the USGS Western Ecological Research Center that is primarily focused on ecological studies of Greater Sage-Grouse in the Great Basin and relationships with sagebrush ecosystems and anthropogenic stressors. Assigned tasks will require statistical analyses and development of manuscripts pertaining to sage-grouse habitat selection, spatial ecology, and demography. These will be 'post-doc' type position hired as GS-9/11 Term Wildlife Biologists, with a minimum duration of 13 months. Work will be primarily office based and located in Dixon, CA or Reno, NV. Dixon lies in the Sacramento Valley but falls within GSA cost-of living adjustment area for the San Francisco Bay area. Reno lies on the eastern flank of the Sierra Nevada approximately 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe, and falls within standard GSA salary area. Applicants should possess a PhD (M.S. will be considered with appropriate career experience and publication record). Previous experience with sage-grouse is not entirely necessary, and we are seeking applicants with exceptional writing skills and strong analytical capabilities grounded in a foundation of ecology Applicants that possess a strong record of peer-reviewed publication, professional presentations, or successful grant acquisition are encouraged to apply. Desired analytical skills include expertise with maximum likelihood and Bayesian-based statistics, programming in platforms such as R, JAGS, WinBugs, R-Mark, ArcGIS, Python, and management of large datasets (e.g., GPS-PTT telemetry locations, vector and raster GIS data). Work is often conducted under short deadlines, so applicants should be flexible with work scheduling. Opportunities for limited field work may also arise, so applicants should be capable and comfortable with data collection in remote areas. Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/518027000. THE ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN FROM 12/03/2018 TO 12/14/2018. Please pay attention the following details in addition to those listed on the announcement: 1) Resume/CV must include: - month and year of employment - full-time or part-time (if part-time estimated hours worked per week) - if employment is federal, list series and grade - good description of the duties performed for related experience 2) Be sure the course-work on transcripts clearly matches the basic education requirements (https://www2.usgs.gov/humancapital/sw/quals/0486.html). If necessary due to coarse name ambiguity, provide a list of specific courses that meet the requirements, and/or descriptions from course catalogs. 3) This announcement is only open to US citizens. The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
[ECOLOG-L] Multiple USGS & GBBO sage-grouse technicians: Great Basin 2019
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), in cooperation with Great Basin Bird Observatory (GBBO), Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and Idaho State University (ISU), is seeking to fill multiple positions for Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns to conduct avian biological surveys primarily targeted at greater sage-grouse at multiple study sites across Nevada and California. Primary duties may include sage-grouse capture and handling, lek counts, radio-telemetry, nest and brood monitoring, habitat sampling, avian predator surveys, data entry and management, and other biological surveys as needed. Work hours will be irregular and include nights, early mornings, and weekends. The Great Basin landscape is beautiful but rugged and challenging to work in. Temperature extremes can range from well below freezing to above 100 degrees F, and inclement weather is always a possibility. These temporary, full-time appointments will last from the first week of March through the beginning of August, with the potential for extended employment depending on funding and performance. Primitive field housing will be provided, and successful applicants will be required to stay on site during work periods. Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three references in a single PDF document saved with applicant’s last name in the title to: sagegrousescie...@gmail.com. Please indicate in your cover letter which positions you would like to be considered for: Crew Leader, Technician, and/or Intern. Cover letters and correspondence may be addressed to Rebecca Kelble. Please include “Greater Sage-grouse Position” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted throughout December. Interviews will begin the first week of January. Exceptional candidates may be contacted for interviews before January. Positions will be filled as successful applicants are identified. Qualifications: B.S. degree in a natural resource field preferred although experienced undergraduates are encouraged to apply for intern positions. U.S. citizen with valid driver’s license required. Successful applicants must possess the ability to hike long distances over rough terrain often in inclement weather (snow, rain, hail, high winds). The ability to take direction and work independently, a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, a desire to gain experience while maintaining an enthusiastic attitude, and good communication skills with field supervisor and teammates are essential for all positions. Prior experience driving ATVs/4x4 vehicles over rough terrain is also preferred for all positions. Crew Leaders: We are seeking individuals with extensive experience working on wildlife-related field research projects, previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Prior supervisory experience, or demonstrated potential for supervising field crews, is preferred. Technicians: Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience assisting with wildlife field research. Previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry are also preferred. Interns: Internships will be offered to applicants that lack demonstrated field experience related to this type of work, but demonstrate a passion for wildlife ecology, a willingness to learn new techniques, a desire to work as part of a team, a desire to work hard in a remote but beautiful field setting, and have strong references. Payment is based on reimbursement of travel expenses set on established rates and is not considered an hourly wage. Previous field experience is desirable, but not required. Start Date: 25 February 2019 (possible early February for some) Salary: Crew Leaders: (~$2400/mo) Technicians: (~$1500-2200/mo, dependent on experience) Interns (~$1000/mo travel reimbursement) Website:https://www.werc.usgs.gov/ Contact:Rebecca Kelble E-mail: sagegrousescie...@gmail.com (Preferred)
[ECOLOG-L] Needed! Greater Sage-grouse Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns
Title: Greater Sage-grouse Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns Agency: U.S. Geological Survey Location: Nevada and/or NE California/Eastern Sierra Job Description: US Geological Survey (USGS), in cooperation with Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), Great Basin Bird Observatory, and Idaho State University (ISU), is seeking to fill multiple positions for Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns to conduct avian biological surveys primarily targeted at greater sage-grouse at multiple study sites across Nevada and California. Primary duties may include capture and handling of sage- grouse, lek counts, radio telemetry monitoring, nest videography, habitat sampling, avian predator surveys, data entry and management, and other biological surveys as needed. Work hours will be irregular and include nights and early mornings, as well as weekends. The Nevada landscape is beautiful but rugged and challenging to work in. Temperature extremes can range from well below freezing to above 100 degrees F, and inclement weather is always a possibility. These temporary, full-time appointments are scheduled to last from the first week of March through the beginning of August, with the potential for employment to extend depending on funding and performance. Primitive field housing will be provided, and successful applicants will be required to stay on site during work periods. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references in a single word document saved with applicant’s last name to: rkel...@usgs.gov and jpsever...@usgs.gov. Please indicate in your cover letter if you would prefer Crew Leader, Technician, or Intern positions, and if you are not interested in one or more positions. Cover letters and correspondence may be addressed to Rebecca Kelble and John Severson. Please include “Greater Sage-grouse position” in the subject line. Positions will be filled as successful applicants are identified, and interested applicants should submit applications as soon as possible. Qualifications: B.S. degree in a natural resource field preferred although experienced undergraduates are encouraged to apply for intern positions. U.S. citizen with valid driver’s license required. Successful applicants must possess the ability to hike long distances over rough terrain often in inclement weather (snow, rain, hail, high winds). Ability to take direction and work independently, strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and a desire to gain experience while maintaining enthusiastic attitude and good communication with field supervisor is essential for all positions. Prior experience driving ATVs/4x4 vehicles over rough terrain is also preferred for all positions. Crew Leaders: We are seeking individuals with extensive experience working on wildlife-related field research projects, previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Prior supervisory experience, or demonstrated potential for supervising field crews, is preferred. Technicians: Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience assisting with wildlife field research. Previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry are also preferred. Interns: Internships will be offered to applicants that can demonstrate a passion for wildlife ecology, a willingness to learn new techniques and work as part of a team, and a desire to work hard in a remote but beautiful field setting. Previous field experience is desirable, but not required. Salary: Crew Leaders: ($2400/mo) Technicians: ($2000/mo) Interns ($900/mo living stipend) Website:https://www.werc.usgs.gov/ Contact:Rebecca Kelble and John Severson E-mail: rkel...@usgs.gov and jpsever...@usgs.gov (Preferred)
[ECOLOG-L] Jobs: Greater Sage-grouse Field Research Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns
Title: Greater Sage-grouse Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns Agency: U.S. Geological Survey Location: Nevada and/or NE California/Eastern Sierra Job Description: US Geological Survey (USGS), in cooperation with Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) and Idaho State University (ISU), is seeking to fill multiple positions for Crew Leaders, Technicians, and Interns to conduct avian biological surveys primarily targeted at greater sage-grouse at multiple study sites across Nevada and California. Primary duties may include capture and handling of sage- grouse, lek counts, radio telemetry monitoring, nest videography, habitat sampling, avian predator surveys, data entry and management, and other biological surveys as needed. Work hours will be irregular and include nights and early mornings, as well as weekends. The Nevada landscape is beautiful but rugged and challenging to work in. Temperature extremes can range from well below freezing to above 100 degrees F, and inclement weather is always a possibility. These temporary, full-time appointments are scheduled to last from the first week of March through the beginning of August, with the potential for employment to extend depending on funding and performance. Primitive field housing will be provided, and successful applicants will be required to stay on site during work periods. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references in a single word document saved with applicant’s last name to: rkel...@usgs.gov and jpsever...@usgs.gov. Please indicate in your cover letter if you would prefer Crew Leader, Technician, or Intern positions, and if you are not interested in one or more positions. Cover letters and correspondence may be addressed to Rebecca Kelble and John Severson. Please include “Greater Sage-grouse position” in the subject line. Positions will be filled as successful applicants are identified, and interested applicants should submit applications as soon as possible. Qualifications: B.S. degree in a natural resource field preferred although experienced undergraduates are encouraged to apply for intern positions. U.S. citizen with valid driver’s license required. Successful applicants must possess the ability to hike long distances over rough terrain often in inclement weather (snow, rain, hail, high winds). Ability to take direction and work independently, strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and a desire to gain experience while maintaining enthusiastic attitude and good communication with field supervisor is essential for all positions. Prior experience driving ATVs/4x4 vehicles over rough terrain is also preferred for all positions. Crew Leaders: We are seeking individuals with extensive experience working on wildlife-related field research projects, previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Prior supervisory experience, or demonstrated potential for supervising field crews, is preferred. Technicians: Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience assisting with wildlife field research. Previous experience with animal capture and handling and radio-telemetry are also preferred. Interns: Internships will be offered to applicants that can demonstrate a passion for wildlife ecology, a willingness to learn new techniques and work as part of a team, and a desire to work hard in a remote but beautiful field setting. Previous field experience is desirable, but not required. Salary: Crew Leaders: ($2400/mo) Technicians: ($2000/mo) Interns ($900/mo living stipend) Last Date to apply: 02/15/2017 Website:https://www.werc.usgs.gov/ Contact:Rebecca Kelble and John Severson E-mail: rkel...@usgs.gov and jpsever...@usgs.gov (Preferred)
[ECOLOG-L] USGS Sage-Grouse-Sagebrush Research Program-Term Post Doc Positions (GS 9/11)-extended application period
Seeking post-doc wildlife biologists/ecologists with a strong applied research background in quantitative wildlife biology and ability to publish peer-reviewed manuscripts. Successful applicants will join a large and exciting research team led by Dr. Peter Coates with the USGS Western Ecological Research Center that is primarily focused on ecological studies of Greater Sage-Grouse in the Great Basin and relationships with sagebrush ecosystems and anthropogenic stressors. Assigned tasks will require statistical analyses and development of manuscripts pertaining to sage-grouse habitat selection, spatial ecology, and demography. These will be 'post-doc' type positions hired as GS-9/11 Term Wildlife Biologists, with a minimum duration of 13 months. Work will be primarily office based and located in Dixon, CA or Reno, NV. Dixon lies in the Sacramento Valley but falls within GSA cost- of living adjustment area for the San Francisco Bay area. Reno lies on the eastern flank of the Sierra Nevada approximately 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe, and falls within standard GSA salary area. Applicants should possess a PhD (M.S. will be considered with appropriate career experience and publication record). Previous experience with sage-grouse is not entirely necessary, and we are seeking applicants with exceptional writing skills and strong analytical capabilities grounded in a foundation of ecology Applicants that possess a strong record of peer-reviewed publication, professional presentations, or successful grant acquisition are encouraged to apply. Desired analytical skills include expertise with maximum likelihood and Bayesian-based statistics, programming in platforms such as R, JAGS, WinBugs, R-Mark, ArcGIS, Python, and management of large datasets (e.g., GPS-PTT telemetry locations, vector and raster GIS data). Work is often conducted under short deadlines, so applicants should be flexible with work scheduling. Opportunities for limited field work may also arise, so applicants should be capable and comfortable with data collection in remote areas. Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445130500. THE ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED AND IS OPEN FROM 7/20/2016 TO 8/3/2016. Please pay attention to the following details in addition to those listed on the announcement: 1) Resume/CV must include: - month and year of employment - full-time or part-time (if part-time estimated hours worked per week) - if employment is federal, list series and grade - good description of the duties performed for related experience 2) Be sure the course-work on transcripts clearly matches the basic education requirements (https://www2.usgs.gov/humancapital/sw/quals/0486.html). If necessary due to coarse name ambiguity, provide a list of specific courses that meet the requirements, and/or descriptions from course catalogs. 3) The announcement is only open to US citizens. The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
[ECOLOG-L] USGS Sage-Grouse Wildlife Biologists (Term/'Post Doc')
Seeking wildlife biologists/ecologists with a strong applied research background in quantitative wildlife biology and ability to publish peer- reviewed manuscripts. Successful applicants will join a large and exciting research team led by Dr. Peter Coates with the USGS Western Ecological Research Center that is primarily focused on ecological studies of Greater Sage-Grouse in the Great Basin and relationships with sagebrush ecosystems and anthropogenic stressors. Assigned tasks will require statistical analyses and development of manuscripts pertaining to sage-grouse habitat selection, spatial ecology, and demography. These will be 'post-doc' type position hired as GS-9/11 Term Wildlife Biologists, with a minimum duration of 13 months. Work will be primarily office based and located in Dixon, CA or Reno, NV. Dixon lies in the Sacramento Valley but falls within GSA cost-of living adjustment area for the San Francisco Bay area. Reno lies on the eastern flank of the Sierra Nevada approximately 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe, and falls within standard GSA salary area. Exact start dates are negotiable and dependent release of the formal job announcement but ideally the successful candidates will begin work by late fall 2015. Relocation costs are not available. Applicants should possess a PhD (M.S. will be considered with appropriate career experience and publication record). Previous experience with sage-grouse is not entirely necessary, and we are seeking applicants with exceptional writing skills and strong analytical capabilities grounded in a foundation of ecology Applicants that possess a strong record of peer-reviewed publication, professional presentations, or successful grant acquisition are encouraged to apply. Desired analytical skills include expertise with maximum likelihood and Bayesian-based statistics, programming in platforms such as R, JAGS, WinBugs, R-Mark, ArcGIS, Python, and management of large datasets (e.g., GPS-PTT telemetry locations, vector and raster GIS data). Work is often conducted under short deadlines, so applicants should be flexible with work scheduling. Opportunities for limited field work may also arise, so applicants should be capable and comfortable with data collection in remote areas. Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/445130500. The announcement is open from 7/20 to 7/26. Please pay attention the following details in addition to those listed on the announcement: 1) Resume/CV must include: - month and year of employment - full-time or part-time (if part-time estimated hours worked per week) - if employment is federal, list series and grade - good description of the duties performed for related experience 2) Be sure the course-work on transcripts clearly matches the basic education requirements (https://www2.usgs.gov/humancapital/sw/quals/0486.html). If necessary due to coarse name ambiguity, provide a list of specific courses that meet the requirements, and/or descriptions from course catalogs. 3) The announcement is only open to US citizens. The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
[ECOLOG-L] GIS TERM POSITION. USGS SAGE-GROUSE RESEARCH.
Seeking highly qualified applied practitioners of GIS and geospatial/geostatistical analyses to join the Western Ecological Research Center’s Sage-Grouse Research Program, with positions located at either the Dixon, CA or Reno, NV field stations. The selected applicant(s) will develop geospatial applications and models through various modeling applications and programming languages, with a priority of providing science products to help answer research questions related to sage-grouse ecology and sagebrush ecosystems at local, state, and national levels. Most applications are focused on complex raster-based operations, as well as some remote sensing work (e.g. land cover classification, object recognitions). Desired expertise includes, ArcGIS, Spatial Analyst, Model Builder, Python, Program R, data management, and metadata compliance. Ability to work independently by coming up with creative solutions to complex data problems, and also work and communicate as part of a cohesive team, is a plus. This is a GS-06/07 TERM appointment, not to exceed 4 years and renewed after the 1st year pending performance and funding. PLEASE APPLY AT USAOBS (be sure to include a cover letter, federal resume indicating how experience relates to knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with other requested information): https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/442944700/ Opens: 6/27/2016 Closes: 7/5/2016 Please do not apply by responding to this announcement directly, only application received by USAJOBs
