Job Announcement
Position Title: Wildlife Biologist Position Classification: Regular, Full Time Compensation: DOE Benefits: Health and dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, 401K Plan, profit sharing Start Date: Immediately Wildlife biologist needed to lead a project specific field team during 5-year assessment of noise impacts on breeding birds in the Great Salt Lake ecosystem. Data collection includes point count distance sampling techniques, nest monitoring, noise monitoring, and habitat quality assessments. Opportunities also exist to assist in the operation of permanent long term avian banding stations in Nevada. Office duties will include data entry, QA/QC, data analysis and other assigned tasks. Qualifications: MS or BS with relevant experience in Wildlife Science or related field preferred. Must be able to identify birds (esp. shorebirds) by site/sound, collect avian productivity/point count data accurately, follow written/verbal instructions, conduct data analysis using program Distance, and calculate estimates of productivity using Mayfield methods. Other desirable skills include experience in conducting broadcast surveys for southwestern willow flycatchers and yellow-billed cuckoos, mist netting, and bird banding. GPS data collection and GIS skills a plus. Experience in conducting mammal and herp studies beneficial. To Apply: Send a letter of application, resume, and three professional references to: BIO-WEST, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 1063 West 1400 North Logan, UT 84321 or e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] by December 31, 2007. -- Mike Sipos Wildlife Biologist BIO-WEST, Inc. Phone: (435) 752-4202 Mobile: (435) 881-8342 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Wildlife Technician Position Announcement
Position Title: Wildlife Technician Position Classification: regular, full-time Compensation: DOE Benefits: health and dental insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; 401k, 125 cafeteria, and profit-sharing plans; merit bonuses Start Date: immediately Position Description: BIO-WEST, Inc. in Logan, UT, seeks wildlife technician with experience conducting avian surveys and ability to identify birds, especially shorebirds, visually and aurally. Habitat delineation and vegetation identification experience also desired. Focus is on avian research, but small mammal, reptile, amphibian, and invertebrate work opportunities also exist. Must be able to collect avian productivity and point count data accurately and according to written/verbal instructions. GPS data collection experience is a plus. Job Duties: Collect avian data using existing survey protocols; may make substantial contributions to other research projects. Will also enter data, review literature, and complete other assigned tasks. Minimum Qualifications: BS in wildlife science or related field. To Apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and three references to: BIO-WEST, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 1063 West 1400 North Logan, UT 84321 or e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] by April 30, 2007. -- Mike Sipos Wildlife Biologist BIO-WEST, Inc. Phone: (435) 752-4202 Mobile: (435) 881-8342 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Position Announcement
Position Title: Wildlife Biologist Position Classification: Regular, Full Time Compensation: DOE Benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Retirement Plan Start Date: Immediately Project Description: We are currently conducting a five year study to assess the impacts of noise on breeding birds in the Great Salt Lake ecosystem. Study sites extend primarily along the eastern shore of the Great Salt Lake; however, a few sites are located north and south of the GSL. Data collection includes the use of distance sampling techniques for point counts, nest monitoring, noise monitoring, and assessments of habitat quality. Other project work would likely include assisting in the development of rapid assessment protocols for determining habitat quality as it applies to specific wildlife species. Job Duties: Field duties will include leading a team of seasonal wildlife technicians during the field season, collection of point count, productivity, and noise data, and assessment of habitat quality at point count locations. Office duties will include data entry, QA/QC, and other tasks as assigned. Qualifications: Master of Science in Wildlife Science or related field preferred. The incumbent must be able to identify birds by both site and sound (especially shorebirds), and must be able to collect avian productivity and point count data accurately and according to written/verbal instructions. A quick learner with strong observational skills, the ability to pay attention to details, and solid critical thinking skills is highly desirable. The incumbent must be able to lead a field team, ensure that all protocols are correctly used, and ensure that databases are error free. Although not required, experience with GPS data collection is a plus. To Apply: Send a letter of application, resume and contact information for three references to: BIO-WEST, Inc. Attn: Sandra Turner 1063 West 1400 North Logan, UT 84321 or by e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] by November 30, 2006. Interviews will be conducted throughout the application period until a qualified applicant has been hired. -- Mike Sipos Wildlife Biologist BIO-WEST, Inc. Phone: (435) 752-4202 Mobile: (435) 881-8342 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
