*Aerial Insectivorous Bird Conservation Research Assistant*: The Stream and River Ecology Laboratory in the School of Environment and Natural Resources at The Ohio State University seeks a skilled research assistant/technician between April and September 2015 for a study on the conservation of riparian aerial insectivorous birds within urban and forested landscapes of Ohio. This project combines avian ecology, entomology, and aquatic/riparian ecosystem science to investigate questions related to declines in aerial insectivorous bird abundance. Daily duties may include nest monitoring, point counts, bird capture and banding, insect sampling, vegetation surveys, data entry, and lab work. During the height of breeding season, applicants should expect long hours and a 6-7 day/wk schedule. Required qualifications: 1) the ability to work independently and keep meticulous notes, 2) demonstrated field experience in avian (and preferably insect) sampling methods, 3) BS in a field related to the project, and 4) a valid driver's license. To apply, please send the following in a PDF document to *Dr. Mazeika Sullivan (sullivan....@osu.edu <sullivan....@osu.edu>)*: 1) a letter of interest highlighting your interest, relevant experience, and dates of availability; 2) a CV; and 3) the names and contact information for three references. Salary commensurate with experience. Deadline: 20 March 2015.
-- Suzanne M. Gray, PhD Assistant Professor School of Environment and Natural Resources The Ohio State University 210 Kottman Hall 2021 Coffey Rd, Columbus, OH 43210 Phone:614-292-4643 Email: gray.1...@osu.edu <suzanne.g...@mail.mcgill.ca> Webpage: http://biology.mcgill.ca/grad/suzanne/index.html