Hourly Pooled - Field Technician for Hawai'i VINE Project
 University of Wyoming | |
 United States, Wyoming, Laramie | |
 Jan 25, 2025 | |
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Hourly Pooled - Field Technician for Hawai'i VINE Project The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University's Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today! JOB TITLE: Field Technician JOB PURPOSE: There are multiple positions open with starting dates spanning late February to late March, with a minimum of a five-month commitment. This is a full-time position and technicians will receive compensation of $14/hour with deductions for the cost of employer provided housing (rent) for the crew. Everyone living in the crew house will additionally be expected to split the cost of utilities with the 5-7 others living in the house. Technicians are not required to live in the crew house if they already have alternative housing. Further details will be provided during interviews. Applicants will be responsible for their flight to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, Hawaii ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: We are seeking technicians to work on a research project on Oahu, Hawai'i as part of the Hawai'i V.I.N.E. (Vertebrate Introductions and Novel Ecosystems) project, a collaboration across multiple universities (UH Manoa, UW, NAU, and UIUC) that began in 2014. The project is investigating temporal changes in seed dispersal and how removal of dominant invasive plants alters seed dispersal in mesic and wet forest ecosystems. Native species extinctions and non-native species introductions have dramatically changed the forest species composition. Although many native plants depend on birds for seed dispersal, on Oahu there are no longer any native frugivorous birds to provide this function. Instead, a suite of non-native birds are dispersing seeds. Additionally, invasive plants often dominate seed dispersal networks with impacts to native plant seed dispersal. Basic duties include: (1) conducting mist-netting of birds to collect fecal samples for diet analysis, (2) performing point counts for bird abundance, (3) bird and plant ID, (4) measuring fruit abundance, (5) measuring vegetation characteristics, (6) removing access to non-native fruit, and (7) deploying game cameras. Additional duties will include: (1) regularly checking and maintaining netting and other experimental setups, (2) ensuring accurate and consistent data recording and entry, (3) collaborating with team members for data analysis and interpretation, and (4) participating in team meetings and contributing to project planning and adjustments. Additionally, applicants will be expected to participate in regular (at least monthly) outreach and education events related to the project. The candidate(s) selected for this position will work on a field crew of 6-9 people including other technicians, crew leader, and graduate students. Technicians must be able to work very early mornings in rugged terrain in challenging field conditions. Fieldwork will involve long days of strenuous hiking and heavy lifting in temperamental weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree in biology, natural resources, wildlife management, botany, ecology or a related field and field experience pertaining to wildlife biology or botany are required. Applicant must be responsible, organized, and comfortable living and working as a team. An enthusiasm for research and fieldwork is essential, as well as patience and a strong work ethic. Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants with experience in tropical ecosystems, avian ecology, plant ecology, and/or a demonstrated knowledge of Hawaiian plants. REQUIRED MATERIALS: Complete the online application. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information (email and phone) for 3 references familiar with your field work experience as a single PDF document. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will not be accepted after March 1st, 2025. In your cover letter, please specify your availability for the start dates. Include details of any prior experience in bird banding, such as the approximate number of birds you have banded and extracted. If applicable, attach a separate banding resume. Additionally, highlight any experience with plant identification and/or systematic vegetation surveys. HIRING STATEMENT: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu Job Identification: 250245 Apply Before: 03/02/2025, 06:59 AM Job Schedule: Part Time Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: To apply, visit https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/250245/?lastSelectedFacet=TITLES&selectedTitlesFacet=Part-Time+Worker%253BFaculty%252FAcademic%253BClassified+Staff%253BAdministrative%252FExecutive Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-daab68ce3540864c80b3ccb3eb460b89 | |