AVIAN FOREST ECOLOGIST needed to oversee the design and initial implementation of an avian monitoring program on ten National Forests in the Sierra Nevada of California. The responsibilities of this position will include 1) collaborating with the US Forest Service and senior PRBO staff to design a monitoring program for five avian management indicator species, 2) hiring and supervising a field crew for the pilot year of the program, and 3) conducting preliminary analyses of these data to evaluate the study design and make recommendations for long-term monitoring. The successful candidate will work well with people, have a background in avian ecology, strong quantitative skills, and have experience managing field crews. Quantitative skills should include knowledge of study design, occupancy modeling, and GIS applications. Field skills should include familiarity with avian point counts and working in remote conditions. The candidate will need to be able to work effectively with forest service personnel to select study sites. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for hiring and supervising a field crew of approximately 10 people. PhD. preferred, but MS with applicable work experience will also be considered. Applications are due by 31 October 2008. Applications will include letter of interest and a CV (including contacts of three references). For more information or to apply, please contact Ryan Burnett ([EMAIL PROTECTED]<mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ). A full job description is available at: http://www.prbo.org/cms/404#AvainForestEcol
--------------------------- Thomas Gardali PRBO Conservation Science Palomarin Field Station 999 Mesa Road P.O.Box 1157 Bolinas, CA 94924 415.868.0655 x381
