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California Condor Nesting Technician Position Available at Santa Barbara Zoo
Jobs Posted by Estelle Sandhaus on 2008 July 29 (Tuesday) : 06:17 PM
from the dept.
PAID INTERN BIOLOGIST POSITION available immediately to assist the Santa Barbara Zoo and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service in studying breeding biology of the California condor in southern California. Intern will be a member of a dynamic team and will assist primarily with tracking and observing breeding and nesting condors, collecting quantitative behavioral data in accordance with established protocols, training nest monitoring volunteers; supervising volunteer and biological intern data collection efforts in regard to data quality and consistency, and entering, managing, and reporting data.
Essential qualifications: A strong work ethic and an ability to work both independently and as a part of a dynamic team in remote and rugged conditions; a bachelor's degree in animal behavior, wildlife management, natural resources or a related field; a valid drivers license. Desirable qualifications: field experience in remote field locations; familiarity with California Condor Recovery Program; experience with behavioral data collection; experience with providing oral and written reports of data, experience with Microsoft Access and SPSS. Intern is required to commit to full-time work for a minimum of one year with a possibility of extension. Lodging is provided on refuge in a remote location during the work shift. Lodging is not provided for days off. A stipend payment of $2000 per month is provided for field food, vehicle expenses, and other out-of-pocket expenses. To apply, please send cover letter, resume or CV, dates of availability, and three references to: Estelle Sandhaus, Santa Barbara Zoo. (EM: esandhaus AT sbzoo.org). Candidates will be considered as their applications are received and the position will commence as soon as a candidate is selected.

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