BIRD RADIO TELEMETRY TECHNICIANS (2)

at University of Delaware

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Location:
Newark, DE

Duration:
16 weeks

Job Type:
Seasonal

Application Deadline:
04/20/2012

Job Description:
We are seeking two highly motivated individuals that have experience tracking songbirds using radio telemetry. Work will include tracking individuals, conducting point counts, and detailed field data collection and entry. The field season will run from 1 May - 31 August 2012.

To Apply:
Please email a short cover letter, CV or resume, and current contact information of 3 references to Zach Ladin, email: zachATudel.edu, phone: (561) 301-3356. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Qualifications:
Successful applicants must have demonstrable forest breeding songbird identification skills (by sight and sound), along with experience using radio telemetry to track birds. Applicants must be able to follow a standardized protocol, and work well independently and with others. Applicants should be in good physical condition and enthusiastic about early mornings and a rigorous field season. Applicants must have an insured and registered vehicle along with a valid driver’s license. Technicians will be paid a salary of $400/week plus mileage reimbursement ($0.51/mile), in addition to free housing.

Number of Openings:
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