Biological Science

Working Title: Wildlife Technician
 Job Class: NR Technician Wildlife
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID: 96520
• Location: Cloquet
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/26/2026
• Closing Date: 09/15/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit: Fish and Wildlife
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday – Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, Occasionally
• Salary Range: $ 24.02 – $ 33.86 / hourly; $ 50,154 – $ 70,700 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 – Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Cloquet
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Job Posting on https://careers.mn.gov/

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary: The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) provides outdoor recreation activities and manages Minnesota’s natural resources to create economic opportunity and a sustainable quality of life. We are driven to find talented, innovative employees to help us carry out this mission.

The DNR is currently seeking a Wildlife Technician in Cloquet, MN. This position is an integral part of the DNR Cloquet Wildlife Work Area. The primary duties of this position are to execute wildlife management plans, conduct supporting field work, and protect and manage northern forest wildlife populations and plant communities for their intrinsic values and long-term benefits to the people of Minnesota. Work occurs primarily in the Cloquet Wildlife Work Area (Pine, Carlton & southern St. Louis Counties), but technician will also be expected to be part of a regional work pool with planned work and travel outside of the home area, as needed. 

The chief duties are the safe operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, vehicles, tools, supplies, buildings, shop and public land facilities.  Also assist in wildlife habitat project development and maintenance, wildlife census and survey, wildlife disease surveillance and nuisance animal response, and inform and be responsive to the public.

The nature of the work may require a high degree of flexibility in hours and days worked on a seasonal basis. Extensive day and occasional overnight may be required. During the prescribed burn season, crew members will be conducting burns on a weather dependent basis, which means possible weekends and extended/long hours.

Responsibilities Include:

1. To operate, maintain, clean and repair, or arrange repair of, heavy equipment, vehicles, other equipment and tools in order to implement approved area wildlife habitat maintenance and development activities on WMAs, State Forests, County Forests, and other public lands so that wildlife resources and public use are enhanced.
2. Plan and implement the maintenance and development of public user and DNR management facilities including but not limited to roads, hunter walking trails, parking lots, boat landings, gates, kiosks, docks, signs, boundary lines, culverts, dikes, water control structures, firebreaks and emergency spillways.
3. Monitor and manage wildlife populations so that population levels are maintained to provide recreational enjoyment on a sustainable basis, and so that human-wildlife conflicts are minimized.
4. To document and submit required administrative forms, summaries, inventories and collected information timely and follow department procedures and fiscal responsibilities. Complete and maintain all required training and certifications required of the position. 
5. Effectively communicate wildlife management work and needs at the Area and Regional Wildlife levels in order to garner public understanding and support for wildlife management programs.

This position requires the ability to perform strenuous physical labor, work in hot, smoky conditions, walk long distances transporting up to 50 pounds of fire gear, and periodically work long days while performing prescribed burn operations, often in adverse weather and environmental conditions.

This job requires the ability to pass a moderate fitness test based on the National Wildfire Coordinating Group Work Capacity within 6 months of your start date and then on an annual basis. The test consists of walking 2 miles with a 25-pound pack within 30 minutes.

We are hiring a motivated individual as Research Specialist or Senior Research Specialist with the Jefferson Project at Lake George, NY. This position will consist of maintaining a network of sensors on and around Lake George, conducting sampling surveys, assisting with research activities, and traveling to other lakes and field sites in the region. Review of applications will begin on September 14^th, and will continue until the position is filled. Please see the attached job description for further details.

SUNY RF Fisheries Technicians (2 positions available)

The Research Foundation (RF) at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications for full-time RF Fisheries Technicians (n = 2) to join our collaborative research team. Technicians will serve critical roles within a multi-partner research team studying how to remediate spawning habitats to improve reproductive success of native fishes (e.g. Cisco, Lake Whitefish, Lake Trout, Walleye).

These full-time Field Technician Research Foundation positions are to be based at the USGS Lake Ontario Biological Station, located in the Port of Oswego a few miles from the SUNY Oswego Campus. This USGS station operates in close partnership with the SUNY Oswego faculty and aquatic conservation labs as well as the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and The Nature Conservancy. This collaborative environment provides unique opportunities for impactful research and professional growth. The roles will primarily involve supporting aquatic biologists in field operations across diverse and critical ecosystems, including Lake Ontario, Lake Erie, and tributaries to the St. Lawrence River.

Description of Responsibilities:

The Field Technicians (n = 2) will be essential members of our SUNY Oswego and USGS research team, responsible for performing and assisting with a wide range of tasks to ensure the successful execution of time-sensitive field research. For example, field sampling on Lake Ontario involves quantifying native fish embryo deposition in November through December, trapping larval emergence in March through-May and assessing the physical conditions of spawning and incubation habitats throughout the winter. Technicians will also support laboratory experiments, maintain field equipment, manage data, process field sample work collaboratively with SUNY Oswego faculty, staff, and aquatic biologists from state and federal agencies, adhering strictly to all field and lab safety protocols.

SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment that respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego’s Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan. As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Biology, Aquatic Ecology, Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in aquatic field research.
• Demonstrated experience with common aquatic sampling techniques, such as electrofishing, netting (gill nets, trap nets, seines), or deployment of specialized gear.
• Experience with boat operation (up to 26 ft) and trailering.
• Understanding and practical experience with field safety protocols.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Strong attention to detail in data collection and sample handling.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in challenging outdoor conditions (e.g., lifting equipment, working in adverse weather).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems.
• Basic proficiency in data entry and organization (e.g. databases, R)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., first aid, boat safety).
• Familiarity with fish identification, particularly native species.

Compensation: $19 – 22 per hour, full-time 37.5 hours per week ($37,050 – $42,900 annually), plus an excellent benefits package.

Benefit Information: The Research Foundation for SUNY provides an excellent benefit package. Click here for more information.

Date of Appointment: As soon as possible

Location: Oswego, NY, USA

At SUNY Oswego, we value the diversity found within each member of our campus community and strive to create an environment where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment that respects, embraces, and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse, and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible global citizens. For more information, see SUNY Oswego’s Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan.

As a candidate seeking consideration, you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)

Application Instructions:

To Apply, Please Submit:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications
2. A separate statement describing your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your professional experience, personal life, or community engagement 
3. Resume or CV
4. A copy of an unofficial (or official) transcript for the required degree, showing the degree awarded and date conferred
5. Contact information for three professional references

electronically via the following link (Click on the “Apply Now” button): https://oswego.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=203927
All required documents must be uploaded in order for your application to be reviewed and considered.

Official transcripts are required at time of appointment.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email Lyndsie Collis, at lyndsie.collis@oswego.edu.

The Tan lab at the School of Biology and Ecology, UMaine, Orono (ME) is currently searching for a motivated technician/research assistant to join our NSF/DBT-funded plant minichromosome project team. Please apply by September 15th, 2026 for full consideration.

Link below to job ad and to apply:https://fa-ewca-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/3029/?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=External+Job+Share

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will remain open until filled
Start Date: 09/01/2026 (flexible)
End Date: 12/14/2026 (flexible)
Education Required: Bachelor’s degree
Supervisor: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi, Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Management

Contact: carolina.baruzzi@ufl.edu
Location: North Florida Research and Education Center near Tallahassee, FL. Field sites are located across the Florida Panhandle
Salary: $18/hour
Hours: ~40 hours/week (hours may vary depending on fieldwork needs and weather conditions)

Position Overview

The Wildlife Ecology and Land Management Lab at the University of Florida is seeking a Field Research Technician to assist with multiple research projects focused on wildlife habitat management and longleaf pine ecosystem restoration in the Florida Panhandle.

The technician will primarily assist with deploying and maintaining camera trap arrays used to monitor wildlife communities across restoration and management sites. Responsibilities will also include organizing and identifying wildlife in camera trap images to support ongoing research and data management. In addition, the technician will conduct vegetation surveys to quantify habitat characteristics associated with wildlife use and restoration outcomes. These projects aim to improve understanding of how wildlife communities respond to habitat management and longleaf pine restoration, providing valuable data to inform conservation and land management decisions.

The technician will work closely with graduate students and research staff while gaining experience in wildlife monitoring, vegetation sampling, ecological field research, and applied conservation outreach. The technician may also assist with other field, laboratory, or data-related tasks as needed to support ongoing projects within the lab.

Job Duties

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Deploying, maintaining, and retrieving camera traps across multiple field sites
• Periodically checking cameras to ensure proper operation and replacing batteries and memory cards
• Organizing and reviewing camera trap imagery
• Conducting vegetation surveys at designated field sites, including measuring vegetation structure and recording plant community data
• Recording and managing field data accurately using standardized protocols
• Assisting with general field logistics, equipment maintenance, and data organization
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Additional duties may include assisting with other field, laboratory, or data-related tasks as needed to support ongoing research activities in the lab.

Fieldwork will involve frequent travel to sites across the Florida Panhandle and working in hot, humid conditions with uneven terrain, dense vegetation, and biting insects.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in wildlife biology, ecology, natural resources, or a closely related field
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with private landowners and members of the public
• Strong organizational skills and accurate data recording
• Ability to follow field safety and research protocols
• Ability to work outdoors in challenging weather conditions and maintain a flexible schedule
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with supervisors and team members
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required for fieldwork

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience deploying and maintaining camera traps
• Experience conducting vegetation surveys or other ecological field sampling
• Experience navigating using GPS and driving in 4-wheel drive conditions
• Familiarity with wildlife field research methods and data management

To Apply

Please submit the following as one PDF:

• Cover letter
• CV or resume
• Contact information for three references

Name the PDF file using the following format:
Lastname_WELAM_FieldTechnician

Email application materials to:
carolina.baruzzi@ufl.edu

List the following on the subject line:
Field Technician Application

Working Lands Conservation is excited to welcome a Soil Scientist – Field Crew Lead to spearhead and conduct field work and support our Ecosystem Services Lab through soil health analysis. This is a Term Position lasting from September 7, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The Soil Scientist will contribute to Working Land Conservation’s mission by executing field-based research and applied projects. They will also assist the Laboratory Manager with sample preparation and analysis for basic soil health parameters. Position is located in Logan, Utah

Compensation: This position is a Term-limited Position lasting from September 7, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Multiplier provides a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary ($25/hour), excellent medical and dental benefits, retirement savings, and generous vacation and sick leave policy.

To apply, please visit our Applicant Portal: https://multiplier-careers.pinpointhq.com/postings/67160ae7-8948-4354-8a10-167032e4a73c?utm_medium=job_board&utm_source=ecolog

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received on or before August 24th^th. Desired start date is September 7th. Please include a cover letter in your application materials describing your relevant experience and qualifications. 

Julia Kreiner and I (Lauren Carley) are looking to fill a research support position in our lab groups in the Ecology & Evolution Department at UChicago. The position is full-time (in-person, salaried, benefits) but the work load is split 50/50 between our two lab groups. We share a large wet lab space and office space across our research groups, creating a dynamic and interactive work environment with colleagues bringing diverse perspectives and interests in plant ecology, evolution, genetics, and genomics.

For this position, we are seeking applicants with experience with wet lab techniques in plant genetics and genomics, including standard and high-molecular weight DNA extraction and library preparation. Full details and instructions to apply can be found on Workday:
https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Research–Analyst_JR34674

The minimum experience required is a BS or equivalent (ideally with some work experience), but we are open to hiring at the MS or PhD level if the fit is right; salary will be commensurate with experience and training.

More information about the research groups can be found on our lab websites:
https://carleylab.uchicago.edu/
https://kreinerlab.com/

The posting will be open for at least a couple of weeks, and we aim to have the position filled for fall. Please feel free to pass this opportunity along to anyone in your networks that you think may be interested! Prospective applicants are welcome to email me with questions before applying if they wish (lcarley@uchicago.edu).

https://internships.si.edu/opportunities

Working Lands Conservation is a small, research-based non-profit located in Logan, UT. Our goal is to bring science to collaborative partnerships working to improve land management, while supporting communities and livelihoods. Through our work, we facilitate the creation of a resilient future for the communities that work, recreate, and value working lands of the western U.S.

To find out more and apply visit: https://multiplier-careers.pinpointhq.com/postings/d5a5c717-ddfd-4732-9e55-9298bb1904c2?utm_medium=job_board&utm_source=Ecolog+Research+Assistant

Various opportunities around the state ranging from biochemistry to microbiology to ecology, through the CT Agricultural Experiment Station:

https://portal.ct.gov/caes/about-caes/job-opportunities/job-opportunities

The Land Institute co-leads the global movement for perennial, diverse, regenerative grain agriculture at a scale that matches the enormity of the intertwined climate, water, and food security crises. An independent 501c3 non-profit founded in 1976, the organization seeks to reconcile the human economy with nature’s economy, starting with food. The transdisciplinary team of scientists, together with global partners, is developing new perennial grain crops, like Kernza©, and diverse cropping systems that function within nature’s limits while researching the social transformation required for a just, perennial human future. 

https://landinstitute.org/about-us/careers The Land Institute hires multiple temporary Research Assistants fall through spring with housing provided. Learn about perennial grain research, plant breeding, soil ecology, and greenhouse operations as a Research Assistant with us!

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. In openings, click on Seasonal Field Staff tab.

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