Technicians will participate in a wide range of research-related activities
at the Yawkey Wildlife Center off the coast of Georgetown, South Carolina.
Technicians will be expected to assist with trapping coyotes and raccoons,
perform radiotelemtry, analyze scat for diet content, enter data, monitor
loggerhead turtle nests, and conduct scat transect surveys. A typical work
week will include 20-30 hours of work, either in the field or in the lab.
Opportunities may come up to participate in other research projects being
conducted in the area. Recent graduates hoping to transition into a graduate
program in wildlife biology are preferred. Rabies vaccinations are
required. Although this is an upaid position, housing on the island is
provided at no cost and a $250 monthly food stipend will be provided.
Applications will be accepted through August 20th, 2010; position starts
September 30th. To apply, please send resume,cover letter and personal and
professional references to Cady Etheredge at [email protected].
