Author: Davis, Miranda L.

field research technician in native bee ecology

Open: field research technician in native bee ecology

Experienced field researchers are invited to apply for an open field research position based in Rachael Winfree’s lab group (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.winfreelab.com&data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7C6bede41199034f828d0f08d79f23ceb1%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637152848462361696&sdata=9AX8kSYklDiGQQxnWVdQSCcghY4Lwq0Bk1SZjf%2Fo3OA%3D&reserved=0) at Rutgers University, New Jersey. The position is full time for July and August, 2020, at $12 – $15 per hour.

The technician will work on a research project investigating the how the spatial distribution of wetland-specialist bee species is affected by the abundance and distribution of floral resources. Field work will involve collecting bees in streams and tidal marshes in the New Jersey Pinelands, using bee traps and/or hand nets. We will move between sites at least in part by canoe or kayak. The job will also involve some amount of data entry and specimen processing.

The job will be based out of the Rutgers Pinelands Field Station, which has housing on site. The field station is located in a state forest, part of the greater Pinelands Biosphere Reserve. The Pinelands themselves cover 1.1 million acres (22% of New Jersey by area!), and is the largest remaining tract of Atlantic pine barrens ecosystem. It should be a fun place to work.

Desired qualifications: BA or BS degree in ecology or related field; experience collecting and entering ecological data; organizational and logistical skills; ability to work independently for long hours under challenging field conditions; a commitment to data accuracy; and a valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed).

To apply: Send a letter of interest, including a brief description of your field experience, your CV, and contact information for 2-3 references who can speak to your field research abilities. Please combine into a single PDF and email to Dylan Simpson (dylan [dot] tux [dot] simpson [at] gmail [dot] com). Use “tech position” as the subject line. Applications will be considered immediately and until the position is filled.

Rutgers University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Restoration Project Manager – NYC

Job Position: Restoration Project Manager

Deadline: February 3, 2020

Submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of three references to:

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The Billion Oyster Project’s Restoration Project Manager is a high-performing, career-oriented, project

manager who genuinely enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is an enthusiastic problem-solver.

The Restoration Project Manager will manage complex oyster restoration projects, which require great

attention to detail and organization, and clear and transparent communication. The Restoration Project

Manager will collaborate with staff at the Billion Oyster Project in addition to external partners and regulatory

agencies.

About the Position

The Billion Oyster Project’s Restoration Project Managers are responsible for managing site-specific oyster

restoration initiatives, which are funded by a variety of private, city, state, and federally-funded

partnerships. The work for these projects varies and includes contributing to or leading on the following

activities: contract and budget development; pre-installation surveys; permitting; coordination with the New

York Harbor School Career and Technical Education programs; procurement; project implementation;

collaboration with the Billion Oyster Project’s community outreach and public education initiatives; data

collection; and reporting.

This Restoration Project Manager will manage one or more multi-year projects with budgets of

approximately $1-3 million. The Project Manager will be responsible for the development of project

management plans and the day-to-day management of project activities and deliverables, which includes

but is not limited to field scheduling, implementation, fieldwork, and funder and regulatory reporting. The

PM will report to the Senior Project Manager. The Project Manager position is a writing-intensive and

deliverable-based role and requires excellent communication and time-management skills.

As a member of the Restoration Team, the Project Manager will collaborate with other restoration

practitioners to build towards the long-term and large-scale restoration of oyster habitat throughout New York

Harbor. In support of that goal, the Project Manager’s responsibilities will include but are not limited

to:

– Management of budgets, deliverables, and workflows

– Coordination of team activities to accomplish project goals

– Providing assistance with the application for environmental permits, and ensuring compliance with

regulatory conditions

– Procurement of supplies and equipment

– Management of oyster restoration grant/s, ensure grant compliance, and complete grant reports

Required Qualifications and Experience:

– Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Policy or similar field

– 3-5 years of project management experience (from project inception to completion)

– Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders, particularly those involving

marine construction and/or restoration

– Excellent organizational skill set including written and oral communication, time management, and

ability to prioritize

– Proactive; able to work independently, stay ahead of schedule, and know when to escalate a

problem

– Ability to take ownership of project deliverables

– Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with large teams on fast-paced projects

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

– Master’s Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Policy or similar field

– Project Management Professional Certification (PMP

® certification or other)

– Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices

– Familiarity with ArcGIS

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Wet Meadow Research Technician – Summer 2020

Agency

Oklahoma State University

Job Description:

We are seeking a research technician to assist with a study examining habitat quality and restoration success of wet meadows in central Nebraska. Duties include conducting vegetation surveys, collecting belowground invertebrates, recording environmental data, and sorting and identifying invertebrates. This project will provide ample opportunity to gain knowledge about wet meadow plant and invertebrate identification, wet meadow ecology, and the impacts of conservation efforts. Our research will also provide opportunities to expand one’s professional network as we will regularly work with conservation organizations, state and federal agencies, and private landowners involved in Platte River management and restoration. Skills gained through this position will be widely applicable and will provide an opportunity for undergraduates (or recent graduates) to expand their résumé. Prior experience with vegetation/habitat sampling and invertebrate identification is desired. A valid driver’s license is required. Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Location

        The Platte River Crane Trust in Central Nebraska (near Grand Island).

Salary

$12.00/hour (Housing provided)

Qualifications:

1.      A positive work ethic- this position will involve working full days in the field.

2.      An interest in habitat assessment and conservation.

3.      The ability to relocate to the Platte River Crane Trust (near Grand Island, Nebraska) throughout the summer.

4.      Comfortable working in the outdoors- e.g. field sites may be hot, water-logged, abundant with insects, etc.

5.      Applicants pursuing a degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences, or other related fields are preferred; but not required.

Timeline

Start date is negotiable with training occurring mid-May and data collection beginning June 1st. Data collection will continue until mid-August (target date for completion being August 15th).

To apply, please send cover letter, CV or résumé, and at least three references to abraham.kanz@okstate.edu.  The application deadline is March 1st, 2020.

Oklahoma State University is an EEO E-Verify employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Tech position in wild bee ecology

Open: field research technician in native bee ecology

Experienced field researchers are invited to apply for an open field research position based in Rachael Winfree’s lab group (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.winfreelab.com&data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Cfdef547bb3864d1a966308d79e7af405%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637152123223481578&sdata=aH1DLnXDYcvogm3Szc71tM4kVcDVeQRgQ5UM618ed7I%3D&reserved=0) at Rutgers University, New Jersey. The position is full time for July and August, 2020, at $12 – $15 per hour.

The technician will work on a research project investigating the how the spatial distribution of wetland-specialist bee species is affected by the abundance and distribution of floral resources. Field work will involve collecting bees in streams and tidal marshes in the New Jersey Pinelands, using bee traps and/or hand nets. We will move between sites at least in part by canoe or kayak. The job will also involve some amount of data entry and specimen processing.

The job will be based out of the Rutgers Pinelands Field Station, which has housing on site. The field station is located in a state forest, part of the greater Pinelands Biosphere Reserve. The Pinelands themselves cover 1.1 million acres (22% of New Jersey by area!), and is the largest remaining tract of Atlantic pine barrens ecosystem. It should be a fun place to work.

Desired qualifications: BA or BS degree in ecology or related field; experience collecting and entering ecological data; organizational and logistical skills; ability to work independently for long hours under challenging field conditions; a commitment to data accuracy; and a valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed).

To apply: Send a letter of interest, including a brief description of your field experience, your CV, and contact information for 2-3 references who can speak to your field research abilities. Please combine into a single PDF and email to Dylan Simpson (dylan [dot] tux [dot] simpson [at] gmail [dot] com). Use “tech position” as the subject line. Applications will be considered immediately and until the position is filled.

Rutgers University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

JOB: Soil Ecology Lab Techs at Michigan State

The Soil Ecology and Biogeochemistry Lab at Michigan State University is looking for 2 full time temporary lab technicians, to start this spring through fall 2020, with possibility of continuation into spring/summer 2021. The positions start at $15/hr and will include both lab and field-based research focused on plant-soil-microbe interactions. Research focuses on how soil microorganisms control soil organic matter formation and break-down and nutrient cycling in agroecosystems. More information about the lab can be found here: (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftiemann.psm.msu.edu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Cfdef547bb3864d1a966308d79e7af405%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637152123223481578&sdata=Qx%2FeUnEe4IGjylhxKzv2O8uMw6CNOdCQIt1vZ76kNos%3D&reserved=0). Work on these projects will provide valuable, basic laboratory skills and more specifically, experience conducting a wide variety of soil analyses including extracellular enzyme assays, soil DNA extraction, quantification and sequencing, soil nutrient and chemical analyses and soil physical and chemical fractionations. Field work will include soil sampling, GIS data collection, plant trait analyses and greenhouse gas measurements. Applications should include: 1) a brief cover letter (no more than 2-pages) that highlights past research accomplishments, describes future career and research goals and gives examples of organizational skills; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) names and contact information for three references. All questions about the position should be submitted to: Dr. Lisa Tiemann (ltiemann@msu.edu).

Undergraduate REU Opportunity

Project title: Examining Atlantic cod stock structure in the Northwest Atlantic through morphometric analysis

 

Description: The Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) fishery has played an important role in the ecosystem, economy, and history of the Northwest Atlantic. In US waters, Atlantic cod are managed as two regional stocks, the Gulf of Maine stock and Georges Bank stock, which includes the poorly understood southern New England subpopulation. In order to better characterize the relationship of southern New England cod to other spawning groups in the region, the McMahon lab is recruiting a student to use image analysis software to identify and characterize morphometric differences among cod captured throughout US waters. The student will also be involved with field work collecting, identifying, and enumerating fish on the URI-GSO weekly fish trawl survey, the longest continuous fish monitoring program in the world. The student will learn about the biology/ecology of regional fisheries and gain new skills in field sampling, laboratory analyses, and data analysis.

 

Requirements: We are seeking a motivated student who is able to work as part of a team and independently. The student should be comfortable working on the water in a variety of weather conditions. Coding and data analysis experience is preferred. A background/interest in biology/marine biology is preferred.

 

Primary Advisor: Dr. Kelton McMahon

Student mentors: Nina Santos, Joe Langan, & Maggie Heinichen

 

Application Deadline: February 21, 2020

 

More information about the SURFO REU program: https://web.uri.edu/gso/academics/surfo/

 

Environmental Specialist position open at KDHE – stream monitoring

The Stream Probabilistic Monitoring Program at the Kansas Department of Health and Environment is hiring an Environmental Specialist. This is a full time, permanent position, based in Topeka, KS.

The work includes aquatic macroinvertebrate identification, macroinvertebrate and fish sampling, and water chemistry monitoring, along with data management and analysis, assessment, and reporting.  Responsibilities include significant overnight fieldwork.

The position information is posted at https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fadmin.ks.gov%2FSERVICES%2FSTATE-EMPLOYMENT-CENTER%2FSEC-HOME&data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Cbc74984b047344c4cfae08d79bff7522%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637149393811307609&sdata=8KWUaFwWVrAVHazyJQh5zqfmLzmrfFo4i7Wx5cAY3m4%3D&reserved=0 under position number 195801. This position is open from January 16 through January 29, 2020.  Be sure to read requirements for all necessary documents. A complete position description is available from the agency recruiter upon request.

Forestry Positions Open in the Sierra Nevada – Paid

The *Great Basin Institute * is an

interdisciplinary field studies organization that promotes environmental

research, education, and conservation throughout the West. In partnership

with the *United States Forest Service (USFS)*, we are seeking candidates

for open positions in the following disciplines:

   – Forestry

   – Wildlife

   – Cultural Resources/Archaeology

There are a variety of opportunities in* El Dorado National Forest*, *Plumas

National Forest*, *Stanislaus National Forest*, and *Tahoe** National

Forest*.

Forestry Crew Technician – South Lake Tahoe NV

Wildlife Crew Supervisor – Stanislaus National Forest

Forestry Technician: Timber Marking – Tahoe National Forest

Archaeology Crew Lead – Tahoe National Forest

AND MANY MORE!

You can find all open positions listed on our job board

.

Best,

Sage Bates

Marketing and Outreach Coordinator

Great Basin Institute

16750 Mt. Rose Highway

Reno, NV 89511-8774

775-674-5489 (office)

The Great Basin Institute advances environmental research, education, and

service throughout the west. The institute promotes applied research and

ecological literacy through community engagement and agency partnerships to

support national parks, forests, open spaces and public lands.

@gbinstitute   |

@GreatBasinInstitute    |

@GBInstitute

Appalachian Trail Conservancy Hiring Land Stewardship Technicians – New England

Location : Monson, ME

Department : Conservation

Supervisor : Natural Resource and Land Stewardship Manager

Type : Seasonal Full-time

Position Summary:

Land Stewardship Technicians protect the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) corridor; a long strip of conserved public land that forms the largest natural corridor east of the Mississippi River. The A.T. in Maine is one of the most rugged, scenic, remote, and rewarding sections of the entire 2,192-mile Appalachian Trail. The Land Stewardship Technicians play a critical role, upholding a high standard for the management and protection of the Trail.

Land Stewardship Technicians monitor the corridor, maintain its surveyed boundaries, and mitigate encroachments. Backcountry fieldwork is the primary function of these positions. Technicians plan project logistics, record detailed field data, produce thorough reports, and maintain vehicles and equipment. Work involves collaboration with dedicated volunteers and partner organizations. Two Technicians will be hired for a 20-week season, from June through October. Fieldwork will occur along the Appalachian Trail primarily in Maine and may include other locations throughout New England.

For a full job description and application instructions, please visit:

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Environmental Scientist Position Announcement

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is searching for an Environmental Scientist to join the Cannabis Program at their headquarters office in West Sacramento, CA.

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Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent will assist in the coordination and implementation of activities for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Cannabis Program. The incumbent will be required to coordinate with Law Enforcement Division, regional staff, Fisheries Branch, and Wildlife Branch on implementation activities related to the regulation and permitting of cannabis cultivation sites. The incumbent will work and coordinate with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and State Water Resources Control Board on implementation of the regulatory framework for commercial cannabis cultivation to ensure protection of natural resources. The incumbent must be able to communicate effectively with other agencies and groups, conduct stakeholder outreach activities, and present information at meetings. The incumbent must maintain knowledge of policy and technical issues related to cannabis cultivation impacts, instream flow and water quality laws, permits, policies, and plans. The incumbent must have a working knowledge of California laws, regulations, and policies to protect fish and wildlife resources.

This position closes on 1/29/2020. Please contact James Rosauer with any questions.

James Rosauer

Senior Environmental Scientist – Supervisor

Cannabis Environmental Compliance Program

Habitat Conservation Planning Branch

(916) 376-8682

James.Rosauer@wildlife.ca.gov