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from the University of Arizona School of Natural Resources dept. The Mt. Graham Red Squirrel Monitoring Program, a long term ecological research project, seeks two research assistants to participate in population and behavioral studies on the endangered Mt. Graham red squirrel in the Pinaleño mountains in southeastern Arizona. This isolated population of squirrels has been monitored since 1989 and we are currently conducting intensive telemetric studies to learn more about habitat use, demographics, and reproductive success. This job provides a great opportunity to hone wildlife data collection skills and contribute to a long-term research project on these endangered mammals in their unique "sky island" habitat. More information on the Mt. Graham red squirrel and the project can be found at http://www.ag.arizona.edu/research/redsquirrel/. Description:This is a full-time temporary field position to begin in mid to late February 2008 lasting for approximately 5 months in duration with potential for renewal for quality crew members interested in continuing with the project. Work consists primarily of radio telemetry and habitat measurement in the scenic Pinaleño Mountains of southeastern Arizona. The project website provides more information on this subspecies and the field locale. The successful applicant is expected to conduct radio telemetry to investigate the space use of endangered Mt. Graham red squirrels, collect measurements of habitat characteristics, perform behavioral observations, and work within the databases associated with the project. Assisting with live trapping of red squirrels and introduced Abert's squirrels may also be possible. The position requires periods of up to 10 days housed in the field without return to Tucson, necessitating excellent teamwork. Housing in the field and transportation from Tucson to the study site will be provided, however we cannot provide housing while in Tucson during days off. Fieldwork is conducted both in pairs and alone under all weather conditions from summer heat and monsoon rains to winter snow at elevations above 9000 ft., frequently on high slopes; independence, and a tenacious work ethic are required. Because this position begins in the winter, it is essential that the successful applicant be willing and able to spend entire days hiking in snowshoes and have weather-appropriate gear and clothing (snowshoes are provided). Temperatures on Mount Graham in January can range from -10 degrees C to 7 degrees C (-0.3 degrees C average).Duties and Responsibilities:
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:In addition to above:
Only online applications will be considered. Please go to: https://www.uacareertrack.com and search for job # 39562 Research/Laboratory Assistant to apply. Applications are only accepted online through the uacareertrack website. Salary will be $9.49 per hour to start and the position will be open until filled. For more information, please contact: Melissa Merrick, Wildlife Biologist Senior < PRIMATOLOGY FILM COMPETITION | Jobs at Princeton: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology >
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Research Assistant - Mt. Graham red squirrel telemetry, SEArizona
