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Posted - 08/10/2002 : 13:03:19
Field Assistants needed for on-going study of cooperatively
breeding Florida Scrub-Jays at Archbold Biological Station
Gain experience in field ornithology while earning $$$
FIELD ASSISTANTS (3) required - two from early January to end of May 2003,
and one from March to May 2003 - to work on a project on the reproductive
physiology and nutritional ecology of the cooperatively breeding Florida
Scrub-Jay. Research is based at Archbold Biological Station in
south-central Florida. Field assistants will spend time censusing the
population, establishing and regularly stocking feeders, nest-finding and
monitoring, and helping with logistical support of the project. Applicants
should be physically fit with full color vision; have their own
binoculars; possess (or be working toward) a Bachelor's degree in zoology,
biology, or a related field; and have a genuine desire to pursue further
education in biology. Experience in handling and knowledge of birds would
also be useful. Salary of $1,000/month with housing provided. To apply,
please either mail or e-mail a cover letter stating biological interests
and professional goals, a curriculum vitae or resume, and complete contact
information (include e-mail address and telephone number) for three
references. Send applications via USPS or E-mail to Dr. Steve Schoech,
Department of Biology, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152. (EM:
sschoech@memphis.edu). NOTE: positions are dependant upon receipt of
funding.
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