Employer: University of Memphis

Description:Florida Scrub-Jay research technician

Field Technician needed for long-term Florida Scrub-Jay research project
with Dr. Steve Schoech’s Lab from the University of Memphis. Study
involves investigation of interactions between developmental conditions
and adult behavior as well as demographic research in this free-living
species. Research will be conducted at Archbold Biological Station near
Lake Placid, Florida.

Location: Venus

Qualifications: Successful applicant(s) will have an interest in animal behavior, physiology, and/or ecology and will have completed, or will be close to completing, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Technician must have full color vision and be physically capable of working long hours, seven days a week, in adverse conditions, including extreme heat and sun exposure, loose sand, and dense woody vegetation. Technician will be given the opportunity to pursue an individual research project provided it does not deviate too far from the main research program. Nest searching experience desirable but not required. Preference will be given to applicants who show an interest in advanced studies in biology (e.g., graduate school).

Misc:

Documents: Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum
vitae, and contact information for three (3) references. Send all
inquiries and applications via email to Michelle A. Rensel,
mrensel@memphis.edu, or by mail to: Michelle Rensel 3774 Walker Ave.
University of Memphis Memphis, TN 38152.

Address: Michelle Rensel
E-mail: mrensel@memphis.edu(Preferred)
Phone: (901)283-3768

Website: https://umdrive.memphis.edu/sschoech/www/

Salary: $1200/month

Benefits:

Deadline: November 25, 2009