Biological Science

Posting: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TE_lAJwkcqt_8FIlE05Ds3JPyuQiFq-M/view?usp=sharing
Application Deadline: 4/20/2025
Location: Upstate New York 
Starting date: Immediately, as soon as April 21, 2025 (start and end date flexible);
Position and Salary: Competitive, rate: $16.00 – $19.00 / hour, depending on experience level (~3 month project timeline)
Offered by: Cornell University, U.S. Geological Survey, New York Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
Lab supervisor: Steve Grodsky
Research fields: Renewable Energy Ecology 

Job Description: We seek one field technician position for this collaborative research project to study effects of solar energy development on breeding grassland birds in New York State. The technician will take part in some or all of the following research activities in and around solar facilities: 

• avian point count and spotting mapping surveys, 
• deployment of passive acoustic monitoring units, 
• assessment of grassland bird resources, and 
• characterization of vegetation communities.

The field technician will collaborate with Tim Boycott and Trifosa Simamora, PhD students in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at Cornell University, and will interact widely with agency, academic, and private sector partners. 

Required Qualifications/Experience: We seek enthusiastic and independent applicants with:
– A bachelor’s degree in wildlife ecology/related field OR equivalent work experience in wildlife conservation studies. Current undergraduate students with relevant coursework and field experience are also encouraged to apply.  
– Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow established protocols and data collection procedures.  
– Physical ability to conduct long hours of fieldwork in sometimes harsh conditions.
– Valid driver’s license.  
– Experience conducting avian field surveys (preferred)  
– Ability to identify birds of the eastern U.S. by sight and sound (preferred) 

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should email as a SINGLE file (PDF or Word Doc) with the file name formatted as lastname_firstname.pdf (e.g., doe_john.pdf) and the subject line “GBNY25 Field Tech“.
1) A cover letter clearly explaining your interest and, if applicable, prior experience with fieldwork and research as well as your general suitability for the advertised position. The cover letter should not exceed 1 page.
2) Resume or CV
3) Three potential references, your relationship to them, and their contact information
Send your application to Tim Boycott tjb278@cornell.edu and Trifosa Simamora tis25@cornell.edu.

The State of Utah Department of Environmental Quality is recruiting Water Quality Technicians for the 2025 field season. The position is being offered at $16-20, and the description is included below. Thank you!The Department of Environmental Quality is seeking to fill multiple intern positions in the Division of Water Quality. These are Term-Limited (TL), full time (40 hours per week), seasonal positions.

Principal Duties

• Assist with field monitoring activities with Monitoring Section Staff
• Collects, organizes, and review water quality data and samples
• Delivers field samples to appropriate labs
• Follows quality assurance procedures including standard operating procedures and field manuals  

Ideal Candidate

• Work experience or educational background related to watershed sciences
• Skills include knowledge in physical, chemical, and biological dynamics of water quality monitoring
• Experience with operating scientific monitoring equipment
• Experience with operating 4WD vehicles, boats, and towing trailers
• Ability to get along with a diversity of personalities and maintain a positive attitude under stressful situations
• Flexible schedule and able to travel overnight frequently
• Knowledge with handling, collecting and identifying fish

Preferences: An associate degree or higher in a field related to watershed sciences is preferred. But, candidates who are still pursuing their degree will be considered. This includes environmental studies, natural resources, wildlife biology, environmental chemistry, geology, etc.
Certification is unnecessary.

Additional Information:

State of Utah Job Portal: APPLY HERE.

We seek a summer field technician to assist with physical and chemical sampling of lakes around and in the University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center (UNDERC). We are particularly interested in finding an undergraduate student with interest in aquatic ecosystems. Experience is beneficial, but a strong work ethic, willingness to work outside in less than ideal weather, ability to work well as a team, and strong attention to detail will go a long way. Occasional long days may be required.

The ideal start date is mid-May, but there may be some flexibility. The position will extend into mid August. The technician will be based at UNDERC, where housing will be provided for the duration of the season.

Housing: Shared apartment housing provided on site.

Pay: $5,000 stipend.

To apply: Email Dr. Steve Jane at sjane@nd.edu with a resume and short paragraph (4-6 sentences) explaining your current interests and past experience. Review of applications will be as received.

Tri-State Staffing seeks 3 full-time contracted positions to conduct seafloor sonar mapping and collect marine mammal and seabird observational data during the 2025 survey season in offshore waters (3-50 miles) in the Gulf of Maine. 

The sonar operator/wildlife observers will be responsible for collecting 24-hour bathymetric and acoustic backscatter data in our offshore priority mapping areas using a multibeam echosounder (MBES) sonar system and collecting observational data on marine mammals and seabirds encountered during daylight hours during multi-day vessel operations. The sonar operator/wildlife observers will be responsible for ensuring real-time sonar data quality and for entering marine mammal and seabird sightings into an electronic data collection platform. Between survey trips, the wildlife observer/sonar technicians may be asked to perform QA/QC and analyze the seabird and marine mammal data.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES PREFERRED:     

• knowledge of and experience with bathymetric mapping, acoustic theory, or remote sensing
• vessel-based experience, especially in offshore environments
• seabird and/or marine mammal identification
• field data collection experience
• knowledge of physical oceanography, marine science, marine ecology, or similar competencies that relate to the tasks and descriptions above

LOCATION WHERE THE WORK WILL BE PERFORMED: Contracted vessels operating in offshore waters (3-50 miles) in the Gulf of Maine (departing from and returning to Portland), and at the Maine Department of Marine Resources (Boothbay Harbor).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit your resume (no length restriction), contact information for at least two references, and a cover letter outlining your interest and starting availability ASAP (open until filled) to:

• Email: recruiter@tristatestaffing.com with the subject line of DMR – Sonar Operator/Wildlife Observer
• Mail: Tri-State Staffing, Inc. Attn: DMR – Sonar Operator/Wildlife Observer, PO Box 2182, Augusta, ME 04338-2182
• If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Jesse Minor at the Department of Marine Resources at jesse.minor@maine.gov or 207-350-7816.

The Alabama Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at Auburn University is seeking Mammal Sampling Technicians (8) for a multi-species inventory and conservation project on selected state-owned lands within Alabama. Primary responsibilities will include conducting small mammal live trapping using Sherman traps and deployment/pick up of camera traps and Anabat detectors. Other duties will include field gear organization, data management, and maintenance of field equipment and vehicles. 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.  

Qualifications: Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a biology-related field, display high motivation, and have experience in conducting field surveys. Proficiency in GPS navigation, possession of a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in challenging environmental conditions are essential. Candidates should be comfortable carrying light-medium weighted field equipment for extended periods. Candidates with a positive attitude, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are desired.  

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Desired Skills: 

• Previous experience in southeastern small mammal identification, specifically mice, rats, shrews, moles, voles, chipmunks, and squirrels.  
• Previous experience with small mammal handling and collecting physical measurements 
• Previous experience in deployment and management of Reconyx camera traps. 
• Previous experience in deployment and management of Anabat detectors.  

The Mammal Sampling Technician positions are 3-month appointments starting on July 17^th and ending on Oct 17^th. 

Benefits: 

• $18/hour for 40 hour/week (if overtime is worked, it will be paid) 
• Work vehicle provided to and from field sites 
• Housing provided (Airbnb) during the training period and entire field season.  

To Apply: Send a (1) cover letter highlighting relevant experience and your specific interests in the project, (2) resume, and (3) names and contact information for at least 3 relevant references by e-mail jfh0044@auburn.edu. Applications must be received by June 14^th, 2024; however, applications will be reviewed as they are received and continue until the open positions are filled. 

Contact: Justin F. Hall, email: jfh0044@auburn.edu, 804-366-2222 

The Webster Lab at The University of New Mexico is hiring 1 technician to assist with data collection in the Teakettle Experimental Forest for a multi-year project aimed at understanding the impacts of prescribed fire on water quality of mountain streams. Teakettle is located 80 km east of Fresno, CA, and consists of 1300 hectares of old-growth, mixed conifer forest at ~2200 m elevation in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. After 136 years of absence, fire was brought back to the Teakettle in 2001, and a history of research has unfolded since.

More information about Teakettle can be found here (https://research.fs.usda.gov/psw/forestsandranges/locations/teakettle), while information about the Webster Lab can be found here (https://alexjwebster.weebly.com/).

Duties will primarily consist of fuel surveys and water quality monitoring, but may include assisting visiting scientists with other projects, as well as helping to maintain the field station. Desired skills include familiarity with fuels survey methods and maintenance/use of water quality instrumentation, as well as the ability to comfortably spend long days in the field without cellular reception. The candidate should be comfortable with camping in rustic conditions and working at high elevation. Prior relevant work experience is helpful, but not necessary. We are looking for an excellent team player with solid communications skills who is eager to learn.

For highest consideration, please submit applications via the link below by April 6, 2025, 11:59 pm MST. Applications submitted after this date will be considered if a suitable candidate has not yet been found. Candidates who can commit to the entire field season will be given high priority, but we encourage current undergraduate students with potentially conflicting academic schedules to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• A completed baccalaureate degree in a related field (e.g., biology, ecology, hydrology)
• An interest in gaining valuable postgraduate field research experience in watershed science, fire science, forestry, or a related field
• Flexibility around early summer and fall timing
• Current Wilderness First Aid or First Responder training
• Experience conducting scientific surveys/data collection at high elevation

***** A New Mexico driver’s license is not required for this position. *****

A full description with application instructions can be found here: https://unm.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/18/home/requisition/32643?c=unm

We are seeking a field technician to assist in a project analyzing the effects of wetland management regimes on mosquito control, moist-soil seed production, and wetland bird diets at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City, CA during summer 2025. The technician would work with a highly interdisciplinary team of UC Davis ecologists and entomologists (John Veon [Graduate Student]; John Eadie, Daniel Karp, and Sharon Lawler [Professors]) as well as wetland managers and practitioners. Field responsibilities will include collecting and helping to analyze samples of aquatic macroinvertebrates, water quality measurements, moist-soil seed abundance and biomass, fecal matter from waterfowl for eDNA diet assessments, deploying and processing data from camera traps, as well as conducting wetland vegetation assessments. After a training period, the technician will learn to identify macroinvertebrates accurately to family (genus and species when possible) and sort them appropriately; identify moist-soil seeds to family (genus and species when possible), sort them appropriately, and help to derive biomass estimates; enter data into spreadsheets and develop protocol write-ups as needed. 

Fieldwork will begin approximately in mid- to late May. However, the arrival date for the successful applicant is somewhat flexible (early to late May), but early May is preferred. The technician will work within a consistent daily schedule as deemed by the project team, although some days may be longer or shorter, but averaging a 40-hour work week. The technician will be provided with accommodation at no charge at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City, CA (no rent or associated bills to pay). The housing facility has cell reception with most providers, cable TV, and Wi-Fi internet access. The technician will share the lodge with other university researchers. No pets. All work will be completed on the ranch and ATVs will be provided.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a positive attitude and be able to work with farmers, ranchers, hunters (the ranch is a hunting property), members of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and members of the Mosquito Vector and Control Association of California. Applicants, at times, must be capable of working alone with little supervision. A valid driver’s license is necessary and experience driving a 4×4 vehicle is a plus. Preference will be given to those who can participate in all aspects of field collections, those that have prior field experience, experience identifying macroinvertebrates, and those that have an ability to work in heat (as deemed safe by university standards).

Project Dates: The successful applicant will report in early to late May 2025 and will work through late September 2025. There may be some down time before the project gets started. However, we will involve the technician in project preparation.

Salary: Approximately $19-$26 per hour (based on experience), housing is provided but field crews purchase and prepare their own food.

Application Materials: Please e-mail a single PDF of a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references to John Veon at jtveon@ucdavis.edu. The subject header of the e-mail should read “Integrated Wetland Management Technician Application”. The initial review date is April 11th, 2025. However, we will begin the interview process as applications are received and the application period will remain open until the position is filled.

Full info: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CornellCareerPage/job/Aquatic-Invasive-Species-Strike-Team-Technician—Temporary-Position_WDR-00051976-1

Pay Rate: $22.85/hour

Direct questions to: Hannah.diebboll@dec.ny.gov or hd384@cornell.edu

Description: This position represents a partnership between New York State Water Resources Institute (NYSWRI) and the Invasive Species Coordination Section (ISCS) of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Division of Lands and Forests. The ISCS is responsible for coordinating New York State’s comprehensive approach to all taxa of invasive species and for supporting programs via partnerships with state and federal agencies, academia, conservation organizations, private organizations, and the public. Major efforts include: prevention, early detection, facilitating responses, coordinating control and management projects at large-scales, coordinating and collaborating on research projects, remaining current on invasive species detection and management techniques, exploring active restoration actions.

The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Strike Team Technician will work throughout NYSDEC Region 5 under the supervision of the Region 5 AIS Coordinator on multiple aquatic invasive species monitoring and control projects, based out of the NYS DEC Region 5 Field Office in Warrensburg, New York.

This position is a temporary full-time (39 hours/week) position with a fixed term of 5/15/2024-11/26/2024.

Sanibel Island Rice Rat Field Technician: The McCleery Lab (http://www.themccleerylab.org/) with the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida is seeking 3 highly motivated field technicians for research on Sanibel Island, Florida. The technicians will assist on a project assessing movement patterns of the threatened Sanibel Island rice rate in relation to hydrology, roads, and management activity. This is a temporary, full-time position that will run from late-May through August 2025. Technicians will be responsible for using camera traps to monitor small mammal activity, live-trapping and tagging rice rats, and monitoring tagged rats via GPS and VHF radio-telemetry. Additional duties will include data entry and miscellaneous tasks as needed. Applicants must be comfortable working long days in hot and wet conditions with snakes, biting insects, and alligators. Field housing will be provided as well as a state vehicle for work-related travel.  

Qualifications:

Application: To apply, please send the following in a single PDF document to Maggie Jones at jones.m@ufl.edu: 1) cover letter with qualifications and reasons why this job would be a good fit for you, 2) resume, and 3) names and contact information for 2 references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will be accepted until the positions are filled. The salary for this position is $16/hr, and housing will be provided.

The Center for Lakes and Reservoirs at Portland State University is hiring field technicians this summer to survey lakes and reservoirs in the Pacific Northwest for the early detection of aquatic invasive mussels (particularly Dreissena spp.), snails, crayfish, and invasive plants. This position will include field surveys at lakes and rivers, specimen collection, specimen ID training, lab analysis (involving the handling of hazardous chemicals), and field work involving eDNA sampling for invasive mussels, and water chemistry sampling. There will be lots of time spent both driving a truck with a trailer, and piloting a boat at waterbodies. This position is excellent for gaining experience in field sampling, lab analysis, and research in aquatic systems.

Pay rate: starts at $19.86 / hr

Minimum qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license
• A degree in biological or physical science (or enrollment in a college-level degree program)
• Ability to follow dichotomous keys
• Attention to detail and note taking during meetings and in the field
• Basic computer skills (word processing, simple spreadsheets, navigation apps…)
• Comfortable around water and dirty conditions
• Ability to solve unforeseen problems in areas with little/no cell or wifi coverage
• Ability to get along with crew members during extended time in the field

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience conducting field surveys
• Experience using GPS and navigation programs
• Field data collection and management using Survey123 or similar program
• Practice and experience hauling trailers and backing them up
• Practice and experience operating small boats with combustion engines
• Familiarity identifying aquatic plants
• Familiarity with freshwater invertebrate identification
• Experience working in remote settings

Are you looking to break into the field of conservation, but don’t know where to start? Consider spending your summer in beautiful New Hampshire and joining the Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC), an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for the next generation of conservation professionals. LRCC members are the driving force behind many of the conservation efforts of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.  The LRCC is seeking a Quarter Term AmeriCorps starting in the Spring and ending in the Fall. 

Host Site: Squam Lakes Association, Holderness, NH

The Squam Lakes Association (SLA) is a non-profit conservation organization that works to conserve the natural beauty, peaceful character and resources of the Squam watershed. Through conservation, education and low-impact recreation, the SLA promotes the protection, careful use and shared enjoyment of the Squam Lakes Region.You can find more information about Squam Lakes Association:  https://www.lakesregionconservationcorps.org/lrcc-sites

Key responsibilities may include:

• Engage both youth and adults in environmental education and outreach programs.
• Recruit and lead volunteer crews.
• Work toward the eradication of invasive species in the lakes and watershed.
• Maintain and construct regional trail networks.
• And more!

Apply Now: https://www.lakesregionconservationcorps.org/apply-now

If you have any questions, please email Elise Eifler at eeifler@squamlakes.org

The Tooker Lab in the Department of Entomology at Penn State (University Park) is now accepting applications for full-time (40 hr per week) summer research assistant positions to begin in early May 2025 and continuing into August (start and end dates are negotiable). Our research group studies ecology of plants, plant-feeding insects and slugs, and spiders and predatory insects in agricultural and natural systems. Our projects this summer will focus on:

1. Ecologically based management (e.g., biological control) of crop pests
2. The influence of ants on crop pests in no-till fields
3. Plants that can “smell” their attackers and then defend themselves
4. The role of gall insects in shaping arthropod communities

Summer assistants will need to be in the State College area for the summer of 2025. Successful applicants will be paid a competitive hourly wage and will help graduate students and faculty with their new and ongoing research projects. We conduct greenhouse, lab, and field experiments and assistants will gain experience in different types of research techniques and systems. As assistants gain experience, they will gain more independence in their responsibilities. Interest in animals (insects!), plants, and agriculture are welcome but not required.  We are looking for a diverse group of summer assistants who are curious and motivated with a desire to learn new details about the world around us! 

If you are interested, please complete this google form, which requires a copy of your resume.

Any questions, contact John Tooker, tooker@psu.edu

Come join the Kaplan Insect Ecology Lab at Purdue University for an exciting summer at the confluence of entomology and agroecology! We are looking for two full-time, seasonal technicians to explore diverse projects in pest management, crop pollination, and insect biodiversity from May to September/October 2024.  

To apply: Please submit a cover letter explaining your interest, a current CV and contact information for two references to Zeus Mateos (zmateosf@purdue.edu). 

What we offer:

• Opportunities to gain hands-on experience in agricultural systems 
• Projects spanning diverse topics and novel technologies  
• Field and lab experience including insect surveys, insect pinning, insect rearing and data entry 
• Travel to field locations in Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa with covered expenses 
• Vehicle provided or gas expenses reimbursed for in-state tasks 
• Over-night stays at out-of-state sites, all expenses covered 

Compensation: $18 per hour

Duties include (project dependent): 

• Surveying for natural enemies using pitfall traps and acoustic monitors  
• Recording natural enemies and pollinators on watermelon plants 
• Infesting watermelon plants with spider mites and monitoring pest densities over the season 
• Aiding in the harvesting of watermelon and assessing marketable traits 
• Surveying for pests in high tunnel crops and assessing feeding damage 
• Applying and sampling to determine the persistence of biocontrol agents 
• Pollinating flowers and harvesting fruit 
• Collecting and analyzing pollen from bees 
• Environmental DNA extractions 
• Processing field samples in the lab and entering data 

Requirements: 

Essential :

• Undergraduate degree in Entomology, Ecology, Agriculture or a related field (completed or pending) 
• Valid driver’s license 
• Flexible working hours 
• Accuracy in recording field data 
• Ability to work independently 
• Committed, motivated and enthusiastic 
• Versatile in performing different tasks  
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in hot weather 

Desirable (project dependent) :

• Ability to identify pollinators, natural enemies and pests – training will be provided 
• Experience with ecological surveys 
• Familiarity with acoustic monitoring 
• Ability to pin insects 
• Experience with pollen analysis 
• Experience with DNA extraction, PCR and metabarcoding techniques 

The Institute for Natural Resources (Portland, OR office; https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (R&W AIM) strategy, which is targeted at collecting standardized data from wetlands and riparian areas across BLM Districts in the western U.S.  Work will focus on sites in northern California or in central and southeastern Oregon.  Data collection will follow the AIM National Aquatic Monitoring Framework: Field Protocol for Lentic Riparian and Wetland Systems (TR 1735-3).

We are recruiting one Riparian and Wetland Soils and Hydrology Technician to participate in a three-person crew.  The crew will be based in Portland, OR but working in northeast CA or central and southeast OR.  The position is field-based and will require rough camping for 8 days at a time (e.g., away from established campgrounds and infrastructure).  Sampling sites may sometimes be near a town, but often the towns will have few amenities or entertainment, and crew members will need to bring enough food and supplies to last the entire hitch.  Cell phone service from any carrier (Verizon is usually the best) is poor to non-existent in many areas.  Applicants should also understand that this is physically and mentally demanding work. The crew will work eight consecutive ~10-hour days, followed by a 6-day break.  They will work in all kinds of weather (including hot temperatures) and with the possibility of fire smoke, and frequently will have to navigate difficult roads before lugging awkward and heavy equipment across uneven terrain to access a site. Crew members may be asked to perform data tasks and attend meetings during 6-day breaks from fieldwork.

Mandatory paid training will occur May 4 through 11 in Carson City, NV.  Regular field sampling will begin later in May and will continue into August, and will consist of five or six 80-hour work hitches. Each hitch will run from Wednesday through Wednesday.  INR will supply all of the equipment necessary to carry out the work, including vehicle, sampling equipment, waterproof boots, shared camping equipment (i.e., stove and water jug), and fire safety equipment. Crew members are expected to provide personal items, including closed toe hiking boots, backpack for carrying field gear, tent, sleeping bag and pad.  Crew members are also responsible for arranging their own housing in between hitches.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree (or current student) in Environmental Science, Biology, Hydrology, Water Resources or related subject.
• Experience following standardized field sampling protocols, including: data entry and management using electronic devices; navigating to and collecting coordinates with hand-held GPS units and other electronic devices; and using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (DUI or other serious convictions need not apply).
• Willingness to spend multiple days camping in the field where hazards (snakes, bears, deadfall, lightning, poison oak, flash floods, fires, etc.) may be encountered.
• Willingness to work irregular hours in harsh environments and challenging weather, and carry 40-50 pounds in a backpack over uneven terrain.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals, and to work independently as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Studies have shown that women and minorities often don’t apply for positions where they don’t meet all of the preferred skills and experience. We recognize that there are many different paths, experiences, and diverse backgrounds that add value to one’s work, and encourage applicants to apply even if they do not have all of the preferred skills.

• One season of wetland soils and hydrology field data collection.
• Experience characterizing riparian and wetland habitats in the field using standardized protocols, including sampling soil profiles, measuring water quality parameters and collecting water samples, and interpreting field indicators to classify wetland types.
• Experience driving and maintaining 4WD trucks, especially in off-road situations.
• CPR and/or Wilderness First Aid certification.  (INR can reimburse the cost of courses up to $300.)

EXPECTATIONS: In addition to the above qualifications, we expect crew members to commit to the entire field season, to practice safety awareness, including vehicle safety procedures, to communicate regularly with INR support staff and BLM agency staff, to participate in INR and BLM trainings, and to contribute to building a healthy and fun work team environment.

TRAINING: This position is ideal for people who are committed to ongoing learning and development and who are interested in a career in wetlands. You will receive paid training on the AIM protocols and associated methodology.  You will also have the opportunity to interact with seasoned staff scientists from both the BLM and INR.  Mandatory training (for all crew members) on the R&W AIM protocol will occur May 4 through 11 in Carson City, NV.

COMPENSATION: The salary is $19.68 an hour. You will also receive a total of $480 per diem for food costs per hitch and lodging reimbursement of up to $175 per hitch (e.g., for camping at established campgrounds).  We will also cover per diem, including two travel days, associated with training.

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit the following as a single email attachment to Kyla Zaret (R&W AIM Crew Manager at INR, kzaretATpdx.edu). Application review will begin immediately.

• Letter of interest. Please describe your background, including any volunteer and/or military service, professional experience, recreational interests or hobbies that help demonstrate your suitability for work in harsh and challenging conditions; and your reasons for pursuing this opportunity and how it ties into your long-term career goals.
• Resume including all degrees and related coursework.
• Names of three (3) references, how you know them, and their contact information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Additional information about the Institute for Natural Resources can be found on our website at https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources. Additional information on the AIM strategy, including the protocols, can be found at https://www.blm.gov/aim.

Ecological Classification and Forest Succession in the Hoosier NF 

Job Description:   We are hiring one technician to assist collection of field data at sites within the Hoosier National Forest, in southern Indiana, as part of a collaborative study between the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at Purdue University and the USDA Forest Service. The technician will work alongside a graduate student collecting vegetation data (overstory, understory, and herbaceous) and soil samples of different forest land types to study forest succession. Basic knowledge of proper field techniques and backcountry safety are required. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. 

Duration: Early May to mid-August (40 hours/week, 4 days on/3 days off hitch schedule) 

Pay:  $15.00 per hour. Housing is provided. 

Experience and Skills: The ability to identify trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants of southern Indiana is strongly desired. We also desire basic knowledge of forest measurement practices, experience with backcountry navigation using a topographic map and compass, and familiarity with standard equipment including GPS. 

To apply:  Please email a resume (including contact information for two references), optional cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and dates of availability to: bjeffcoa@purdue.edu. We will begin reviewing applications on March 3, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. 

Contact:  Please contact Braxton Jeffcoat (bjeffcoa@purdue.edu) if you have any questions about the position. 

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team as Trail Crew Members, Invasives Strike Force Members, and Trail Stewards. These AmeriCorps positions offer hands-on experience in conservation, trail work, and environmental stewardship across the Hudson Valley, New York area.

• Season Dates: April/May – August/September/October/November (depending on positions)
• Benefits:
  • Living stipend & education award upon completion
  • Free, rustic, lakeside cabin-based housing within Harriman State Park
  • Certifications in Wilderness First Aid, Leave No Trace, and CPR/AED
    • Pesticide training for Invasives Strike Force Members
  • Training in conservation skills and leadership
  • Field experience working with a dedicated team in beautiful locations
  • Networking opportunities with professionals in the field
  • Whether you’re looking to start a career in conservation, build new skills, or spend a season making a tangible impact outdoors, this is an incredible opportunity!

Here are the full job descriptions:

• Invasives Strike Force Leader
• Invasives Strike Force Member
• Trail Crew Leader
• Trail Crew Member
• Trail Steward Leader
• Trail Steward Member

Learn more & apply here: www.nynjtc.org/corpsapplication  

Job Description:  The Kling lab at the University of Michigan is seeking field research assistants for summer 2025. Technicians will work and live at Toolik Field Station, a remote research site on the North Slope of Alaska, for the duration of the summer. This job offers an excellent opportunity to gain research experience in ecology and environmental science and meet outstanding research scientists from around the world. This is a paid position and room, board, and travel to/from the field station are provided.

Job Duties: This position includes both field and laboratory work. Fieldwork involves hiking over the tundra in remote areas, often while carrying heavy equipment in adverse weather conditions. Typical field duties include collecting water samples at rivers and lakes, making field measurements, and maintaining dataloggers. Lab responsibilities include water sample filtering, chemical analyses, and data processing.

Preferred Qualifications: We are seeking undergraduates or college graduates interested in environmental research focused on arctic ecosystem functions of soils, streams, and lakes. Experience in freshwater ecology, chemistry, and microbiology is desirable.

Summer employment will be during June – August/September 2025 (exact dates within this range are flexible) with the potential to extend into the future depending on NSF funding. 

Additional information about the Arctic Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) project is available at http://arc-lter.ecosystems.mbl.edu/ and information about Toolik Field Station is available at http://toolik.alaska.edu/ 

To apply, please email the following: 1. your resume, 2. a 1-page cover letter detailing your background (include relevant course work, field experience, academic and career goals), 3. the names of and contact information of 3 references to lab manager Jason Dobkowski, jdobkow@umich.edu

The University of Vermont’s Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources is hiring Seasonal Field Crew Technicians and Crew Leaders for summer 2025. These positions offer hands-on experience in silviculture, applied forest ecology, and climate adaptation research across Vermont and New Hampshire.

Available Positions:

Seedling Field Crew (May 5 – Oct 30, 2025) – Vermont & New Hampshire (Housing provided)

• Work with seedlings to assess climate change impacts and forest management strategies.
• Conduct seedling planting, survival monitoring, vegetation clearing, and maintenance.
• Compensation: $18-20/hr (techs), $20-22/hr (crew lead).

Silviculture Field Crew (May 19 – Aug 14, 2025) – Vermont (Housing NOT provided)

• Conduct forest inventory, tree measurements, and regeneration surveys.
• One position available for research on fire-adapted ecosystems in Green Mountain National Forest.
• Compensation: $18-20/hr (techs), $20-22/hr (crew lead).

Vegetation Field Crew (May 19 – Aug 14, 2025) – Vermont & New Hampshire (Housing provided)

• Establish long-term vegetation monitoring plots and conduct forest inventories.
• Compensation: $18-20/hr (techs), $20-22/hr (crew lead).

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct fieldwork in various forested research sites.
• Navigate using GPS and maps.
• Ensure accuracy in data collection.
• Crew Leaders additionally oversee logistics and maintain a safe, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Background in forestry, ecology, or related fields.
• Experience with forest inventory techniques and tree species ID preferred.
• Physically capable of hiking up to 5 miles/day with gear in heat, rain, and buggy conditions.
• Valid driver’s license required.

How to Apply: Send a single PDF with your cover letter, résumé, and two references to Grace Smith (grace.smith@uvm.edu) with the subject line: “Seedling Crew – Your Name” or “Silv Crew – Your Name” (indicate interest in GMNF fire research if applicable) or “Veg Crew – Your Name”. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Positions remain open until filled. Interviews will be conducted remotely.

For more details, visit our lab webpage: https://site.uvm.edu/tdamato/?page_id=40

The Deer-Forest Study at Penn State is looking to fill 8 field crew positions for vegetation sampling during summer 2025.

Summer Field Technicians – Vegetation Data Collection

Monday, May 19^th* – Friday, August 8^th**

*Crew Leaders must be available beginning May 15^th

**with possible extension through Friday, August 15^th

Location: 4 positions in State College, PA and 4 positions in Coudersport, PA

Pay: 40 hrs/week at $18/hr (technicians) and $20/hr (crew leaders). Housing is also provided.

The Deer-Forest Study (https://deer.psu.edu) is long-term research project investigating the role of deer herbivory, soils, and competing vegetation on forest plant communities. We are seeking summer field technicians to assist with data collection on permanent plots on 4 study areas. Crew members will receive two weeks of training on using GPS to find plot locations, plant identification, and how to apply the study protocol. You will spend your days finding permanent forest inventory plots, identifying and quantifying the size and abundance of trees and understory plants, and recording and archiving the data you collect. You will gain valuable skills and experience in plant identification and conducting vegetation surveys.

Key qualifications: At least two years toward a natural resources baccalaureate degree; ability to hike off-trail for up to 2 miles while carrying equipment; demonstrated plant identification skills (as evidenced by a course in plant ID, such as dendrology, and/or field experience collecting vegetation data); ability to work independently and reliably without direct supervision in challenging field conditions; and possession of a valid driver’s license.

Crew Leaders: In addition to performing the duties described above, crew leaders must be able to successfully manage and lead a vegetation monitoring crew while they perform daily duties. This includes daily planning of plot visits, assessing access routes and equipment needs, and management/archiving of collected data.

Questions: Contact Justin Zweck (jzz5584@psu.edu)

Application deadline: Applications reviewed as received.

To apply: Send a cover letter, résumé, transcripts, and contact information for three references (via email as a single pdf document). At least one reference should be able to comment on your plant identification skills. If you wish to be considered for a crew leader position, please explain in the cover letter your qualifications for supervising a field crew.

Email applications to: 

Justin Zweck

College of Agricultural Sciences, Pennsylvania Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit

Email: jzz5584@psu.edu 

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. We depend on our people to collect observational data and samples, to monitor automated instrumented systems that collect terrestrial and aquatic data, and to operate our airborne observation platform that captures remote sensing data of regional landscapes and vegetation.

Within NEON, we have several different job opportunities that range from temporary to full-time positions. 

You can reach out to Bryce Duchesne, Duchesne@Battelle.org, with any questions!