FIELD BIOLOGIST/GIS SPECIALIST

Hudsonia Ltd., a nonprofit scientific research institute, is seeking a field biologist/GIS specialist to carry out habitat mapping projects, and conduct other biological field work in southeastern New York. Candidate must be familiar with northeastern U.S. botany, have demonstrated expertise with ArcView GIS, and have excellent writing skills. Additional field biology skills and experience (e.g., birds, herps, mammal, invertebrates), experience with stereoscopic aerial photointerpretation, and experience managing large GIS projects are preferred. Responsibilities include map analysis and air photo interpretation for predicting habitats, GIS mapping, field habitat assessments, data management, writing reports and scientific papers, giving public presentations, working with municipal agencies, and managing multiple projects and staff. Candidate must have good interpersonal skills, and be able to communicate well with landowners, public officials, and the general public. Candidate must be able to work independently on their own projects, and to work closely with other staff in a small organization. Candidate must have personal vehicle for travel to field sites, and be able to conduct field work alone on foot year-round. Hudsonia is a non-advocacy, public interest organization, and an Equal Opportunity Employer; minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Send letter, resume, three scientific or technical writing samples, and names and contact information for at least three professional or academic references to: Gretchen Stevens, Hudsonia Ltd., PO Box 5000, Annandale, NY 12504, or e-mail to stevens@bard.edu. Closing date: 31 July 2005 or when position is filled.



Gretchen Stevens
Director, Biodiversity Resources Center
Hudsonia Ltd.
PO Box 5000
Annandale, NY 12504
ph: 845-758-7024
fax: 845-758-7033
stevens@bard.edu