Biological Science

Seasonal Botany Biologist Position: The Wildlife Resources Division, Wildlife Conservation Section (WCS) office in Social Circle, GA announces a 40 hr./week field biologist position available for 6 months (August – March). The biologist’s primary duties will involve project planning coordination for the Georgia Plant Conservation Alliance (GPCA) and field activities (survey, monitoring, restoration, etc.) related to priority rare and endangered GA plant species. The position is based out of our Social Circle office, 45 minutes from both Athens and Atlanta. Housing or carpooling options are available. Travel is state-wide with overnight stays; transportation and field lodging are provided. Field workdays can be >10 hrs. in physically challenging conditions. Start date and end date are flexible but ideally the position would be from September 2 – March 2. Salary is $19.00 / hr.

Job Responsibilities:

• Primary: 1) Plan and coordinate collaborative conservation efforts led by the GPCA, including attending meetings, notetaking, and data organization.
• Secondary: 2) Conduct research and/or develop comprehensive management plans related to rare and endangered GA plant species. 3) Assist with survey, monitoring and propagule (seeds, cuttings…) collection of priority species for conservation. 4) Organize rare plant historical data from GA DNR archives.

Qualifications:

• Required: B.S in biology or a related field
• Preferred: 1) Familiarity with flora of the Southeastern US (rare, common, and invasive species). 2) Experience with basic field sampling, GIS data collection and/or propagule collection. 3) Experience in coordination, planning and/or prioritizing multiple simultaneous activities.

Application: Submit by email by July 23, 2025:

• 1) A cover letter highlighting applicable skills and how this position will benefit your future career goals
• 2) A resume emphasizing relevant experience
• 3) Contact information for two references

Contact: Send application materials or address questions to –

The Annis Water Resources Institute at Grand Valley State University is seeking a technician and lab manager. The successful candidate will work in the group of Dr. Stuart Jones and collaborate with other members of the group and institute on water resource and aquatic ecology research. Details of the position and how to apply can be found on the official GVSU job posting:

https://gvsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Muskegon-MI/Research-Technician—AWRI–Adjunct-Salaried-_R103204

The Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) is seeking a Communications and Media Specialist to assume primary responsibility for managing internal Society-wide and external public communications through the Society’s media channels. These include the Society website and membership portal, email distribution lists, and social media accounts. This person will support and advance the Society’s objectives through initiatives designed to maintain and increase its membership, advertise its publications and programmatic activities, promote member engagement, and highlight member participation and accomplishments in freshwater science, policy, conservation, and management.

Duties of the Communications and Media Specialist are to:

• Create/update, edit, and feature relevant content on the externally facing Society website and internally focused membership portal
• Solicit content for, create, and distribute a monthly e-Newsletter as well as stand-alone email campaigns promoting Society activities, including elections for office, annual meeting advertising, membership renewal, and Society awards
• Amplify website and email content through the Society’s social media accounts and press releases
• Support planning and implementation of key Society programming and events at the SFS Annual Meeting

This specialist will work remotely, 8-10 hours per week on a regular schedule, with possible additional time budgeted for orientation and onboarding activities and for attending SFS Annual Meeting.  The position is funded as a contractor and reviewed for renewal in June of each year for the following Society ‘year’ (roughly July 1 to June 30).  The Specialist is supervised by the Executive Director and provides—at a minimum—an annual report of communications activity to the Board of Directors. 

Much of the work of the Communications and Media Specialist is performed through their own initiative, independently, and with minimal supervision, following the Scope of Work (below) and the Society communications calendar of programmatic activities. Additional requests occur at the behest of and in collaboration with the Executive Director, Society Leadership Team (President and Vice President), Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Communications Committee, and Committee Chairs of the other Standing and Special Committees of the Society.

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter briefly describing your experience (see more complete description of duties below), particularly in working as part of a dispersed team; your task management system/style; and your thoughts and perspectives on conducting innovative communications to engage the members and multiple stakeholders of a membership-based, international scientific association; to exec.director@freshwater-science.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting July 21, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Detailed scope of work for SFS Communications and Media Specialist with specific duties and responsibilities:

The Allgeier laboratory in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan is seeking a Research Lab Technician. The lab focuses on ecosystem ecology, food web ecology, coastal and coral reef ecology, global change ecology, fisheries, and sustainability.  There is potential for independent research within this position and a high level of independence is encouraged. 

Responsibilities: The selected candidate will assist in research projects involving ecological and environmental science, including: laboratory analyses (e.g., processing samples for isotope or chemical analyses, biogeochemical analyses), computer data entry, and potential field-based research in the Caribbean. Basic laboratory management will also be part of the duties.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from a College or University with a bachelor’s degree in a natural science discipline such as Biology, Ecology, Chemistry, or Environmental Sciences.
• Experience in detailed, high-quality laboratory analyses of samples (preferably associated with biogeochemistry and/or nutrient analyses for N and P in aqueous and tissue samples – this later part is not required).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral & written) skills.

Desired Qualifications (but not mandatory):

• Ability to organize data for publications and proposals.
• Experience in operating and coordinating research collection and analysis with minimum supervision.
• Experience in field collection of environmental samples under difficult conditions.
• SCUBA training and relevant marine field sampling skills.
• Possession of a Master’s degree in a related natural science field.

How to Apply: A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Please include the name and contact information of up to three references in your cover letter. 

In addition to applying via the UM job site at https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/265115/research-lab-tech-senior-allgeier-lab interested applicants are encouraged to also contact Associate Professor Jake Allgeier at jeallg@umich.edu.

The Simonis Lab at Auburn University is hiring a Wildlife Technician to assist in projects associated with bat health. Primary responsibilities will include scouting field sites and conducting and leading various bat surveys (point counts, capture, biological sampling) at those sites throughout Alabama. Other duties will include data entry and organization, field equipment maintenance, field supply inventory, supply ordering, and possibly some laboratory work during down time from the field. Candidates must be prepared and able to work under challenging environmental conditions, which include exposure to elements such as heat, humidity, and the presence of wildlife and insects. Additionally, candidates must be prepared to perform day or night work, depending on the project and field site. 

For more information regarding the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University, please visit their website here: https://cfwe.auburn.edu/. For more information about the Simonis Lab, please visit their website here: https://simonislab.weebly.com/.

• Location: Auburn, Alabama
• Organization: College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment at Auburn University
• Type: Term of two years (additional years pending available funding)
• Estimated hours per week: 40
• Salary: $32,000 + Benefits
• Estimated Start Date: August 1, 2025 (flexible for a Fall start)

Minimum Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in a biology or wildlife-related field
• Motivation 
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to work independently
• Field experience conducting wildlife monitoring and capture surveys
• Wildlife handling experience
• Biological sampling experience
• Valid driver’s license

Desired Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:

• Bat survey experience
• Bat identification experience
• Bat handling experience
• Experience collecting bat samples
• Previous field, technical, laboratory or general research experience

To apply: Visit https://forms.gle/roUsVBnMM4aHPfB49 to fill out your general contact information, confirm minimum qualifications, and upload the following in the application portal as a single PDF document with the file name “_WildlifeTechApp” (e.g., for an applicant named Joe Smith, their PDF file will be named Smith_WildlifeTechApp)

• A cover letter (2 pages max)
• Resume or CV
• A list of two professional references 

The Wyoming Migration Initiative is seeking a field technician to lead Fall Fawn Recruitment Surveys and join Autumn captures (i.e., animal handling, sample collection) during Autumn 2025 on a large study of migratory mule deer wintering in Wyoming’s Red Desert.

Job Duties: Specific tasks include: (1) navigating remote 4×4 roads – but mostly using good judgement, (2) triangulating collared animals with ground telemetry, (3a) recording group composition and (3b) the number of fawns of collared adult females, and (4) performing cause-specific mortality investigations and post-mortem collections. Other tasks include: (1) nightly data entry, (2) vehicle problems reporting, (3) maintaining clean living and working environment, (4) maintaining professional relationships with state and federal collaborators, and (5) a nightly check-in with project lead (Luke Wilde, PhD student). Additionally, the technician will assist in mule deer captures (note: no past capture experience required), collar/capture kit preparation, and sample breakdown. 

Qualifications: Successful applicants should have experience with at least some of the following: (1) ground telemetry, (2) operating ½-ton trucks in rugged conditions and/or off-road, (3) basic vehicle maintenance (i.e., change tire, fitting chains), and (4) backcountry navigation with gps/smartphone app. Applicants with an ability to identify deer age- and sex-classes or those with hunting experience are encouraged to apply.

Salary and Details: $13-17/hr (DOE) for 40 hr/wk, no overtime pay. Technicians will have ample opportunities to network with researchers and wildlife managers from around Wyoming during and after the position’s term. Housing and field vehicles will be provided for the duration of the work at no cost. 

How to apply: Please send an email with the subject “Red Desert FFR 2025” containing: (1) a single page cover letter describing your experiences and interest in the position, (2) a professional CV and (3) two references with contact information to lwilde2@uwyo.edu

(see these resources for your CV: https://www.esa.org/programs/student-programs/resume-resources/).

Study Description: The Sublette mule deer herd contains the longest terrestrial migration in the lower-48. While some deer migrate the astounding 150 miles (long-distance) to have their fawns in the montane forests, others in the herd migrate <70 miles (medium-distance), <30 miles (short-distance), or not at all (year-round residents). Since 2014, we have been studying the migrations of this population to understand the processes that sustain mule deer herds in the long-term and inform management of landscapes to promote seasonal migrations. The Red Desert is one of the most intact, non-wilderness areas in the US and is world-known for its alien landscapes, unique geology, and desert flora/fauna. 

I am looking for keen and clever plant and vegetation ecologists, interested in experimental research on plant invasions, climate change, and/or biotic interactions, to join my future research group at the Institute of Botany of BOKU University in Vienna, Austria. I have the following positions available:

• a PhD (prae-doc university assistant; 75% for 4 years,  https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/349073),
• a Postdoc (university assistant, 100% for 6 years,  https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/349085), and
• a technician in vegetation ecology (100%, permanent, https://short.boku.ac.at/jobboerse).

All with starting dates of 1 October 2025 (or soon thereafter). 

This unique internship is a collaborative effort between the Mount Washington Observatory (MWOBS), Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC), and Hubbard Brook Research Foundation. Each organization contributes to public understanding of the weather, climate, and ecology of the White Mountains region of New Hampshire. The focus of this internship will be on creating a yearly almanac that effectively communicates changes to the climatology and biology of the White Mountains to a general audience. 

Information about Research Internships at Archbold Biological Station, Venus, Florida.  These are generally 9-months or more, and designed for post-baccs considering graduate school in an ecological focus.

Careers page with current internship openings.

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is dedicated to understanding how ecosystems work. Our scientists are global experts in the ecology of: freshwater, forests, disease, and cities. Through collaborative efforts, we apply our science to policy and management that protects the environment and improves human well-being. The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies campus is in Millbrook, NY.

The Chicago Botanic Garden sponsors many internships and jobs in various aspects of ecological research, all over the US. 

• Internships at Chicago Botanic
• Employment at Chicago Botanic

The Wetlands Institute is a non-profit organization in southern New Jersey whose mission is to promote appreciation, understanding, and stewardship of wetlands and coastal ecosystems through our programs in research, education, and conservation. 

• Internships at Wetlands Institute  
• Employment at Wetlands Institute

The University of Montana (UM) O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West (OCRMW) employs many seasonal field technicians through their Ecological Mapping, Monitoring, and Analysis (EMMA) program, which supports informed management of public lands in the West. EMMA’s cadre of trained ecologists and biologists collect data in upland, wetland, and aquatic habitats, using protocols developed by our own team and by partner agencies. Our GIS and data specialists map wetlands and riparian areas and assist EMMA scientists with the analysis of spatial and tabular data sets.

Northwoods Stewardship Center has various seasonal internship and job opportunities.

Several organizations sponsor and organize Seeds of Success (SOS) crews throughout the US west during the field season:

• Institute for Applied Ecology
• Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
• Chicago Botanic Garden (search for “technician” or “seeds”): Our Conservation and Land Management Program (CLM) offers real-world experience to recent college graduates and early-career professionals interested in land management, applied ecology, botany, and native seed collection.  We hire folks to work with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forest Service (USFS), and US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).  SOS positions include Field Technicians and Botanists.  These positions will start between February and early June, and end between August and late October, depending on the location.

Please direct questions to Chris Woolridge at: cwoolridge@chicagobotanic.org. 

The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is a continental-scale observation facility funded by the National Science Foundation and operated by Battelle. The NEON program is designed to collect long-term, open-access ecological data to better understand how U.S. ecosystems are changing, from freshwater systems such as streams, rivers, and lakes to terrestrial systems spanning tropical forests to deserts to tundra.  

See Work Opportunities at NEON

The Great Basin Institute is an interdisciplinary field studies organization that promotes environmental research, education, and service through the west. GBI recruits Field Technicians to work with GBI and BLM staff for the field season. https://thegreatbasininstitute.org/employment/

The Jones Center at Ichauway hires various seasonal technicians throughout the year. On-site housing is provided on a limited basis but is optional. 

Woodwell Climate Research Center seeks applicants for multiple field assistant positions:  Careers – Woodwell

The Walker Basin Conservancy leads the effort to restore and maintain Walker Lake while protecting agricultural, environmental and recreational interests in the Walker Basin. The Conservancy acquires water rights and ranches to increase freshwater flows to Walker Lake, re-establishes native plant communities on former agricultural fields, increases public access and recreation opportunities, and develops practical solutions to save Walker Lake. 

National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, Inc. (NCASI) hires multiple field biologists for the field season, including Post-fire Riparian Vegetation, Aquatic Ecology, Pollinators, birds & bats, and red tree voles. The research projects take place in Oregon and Northern California. Position lengths and start/end dates vary. Careers – NCASI.

Conservation Corps throughout the US host crews and interns for research, conservation, education, and interpretation.

Internships of various lengths with varied foci – botany, ecology, trails, resources, history, etc.  There are group internship programs where you’d be one of many, and also designated “individual placement” internships.

General Benefits: Living Stipend, Housing or housing allowance, training; AmeriCorps Education Award, and often a certificate that allows for competitive hiring for US government jobs.

• American Association for the Advancement of Science
• American Institute of Biological Sciences
• Association of Zoos & Aquariums
• Conservation Job Board
• Dynamic Ecology
• Ecological Society of America
• EcoJobs
• National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
• Ornithological Council
• Society for Conservation Biology
• Society for the Study of Evolution
• Texas A&M Natural Resources Job Board
• The Wildlife Society