Muchas ofertas de trabajo ornitológico

VOLUNTEER FOR FIELD WORK (2) needed from 28 Jul to 24 Sep 2005 to study
the phylogeography of the Speckled Hummingbird in the Andes. This trip
will cover the Andean cloud forest of Peru and Bolivia, we will be
sampling the impressive elevational gradient from the Andes (4000 m) to
the subtropics (1300m). FIELD ASSISTANT duties include extracting birds
from mist-nets (experience required), videotaping hummingbird’s hovering
flight and help with overall traveling and camping duties. We will be
working everyday since the time is a constraint. Accommodation
conditions will vary from camping grounds to hostel sites depending on
the places we will sample. You need to cover your flight tickets to
Cusco (via Lima). All the expenses will be covered by the researcher
once in Peru. If interested please send me an email with your resume and
please provide name, phone numbers, and email addresses of two
references to JAIME CHAVES (EM: jachaves@ucla.edu).

PH.D. ASSISTANTSHIP--Topic: Playa Ecological Function. Salary:
$16,000/hr, health insurance, waiver of non-resident tuition status.
Qualifications: M.S. in Wetland/Wildlife Science or related field. To
Apply: Send resume, transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 letters of reference
to: LOREN M. SMITH, Department of Range, Wildlife, & Fisheries, Texas
Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-2125. Closing Date: Until suitable
candidate is found.

FALL HAWKWATCH COMPILER, KIPTOPEKE, VIRGINIA -- Witness and document the
autumn hawk migration from one of North America's premier hawk watches
at the tip of the Delmarva Peninsula. Duties extend from 1 Sep to 30 Nov
at Kiptopeke State Park near Cape Charles, Virginia on the Chesapeake
Bay. Housing with kitchen provided on nearby Eastern Shore of VA NWR
plus minimum $1200/month stipend paid bi-weekly. Must be able to
identify all raptors potentially present in eastern U.S., often at
extreme elevations. Leica Televid spotting scope provided. Must document
raptor numbers and weather hourly on standard HMANA tables. A detailed
report will be required prior to final bi-weekly payment. Hours extend
from sunrise to sunset with exception of steady rain or extreme weather.
At least one full or two half days off provided each two weeks, and
volunteer assistance is frequent. Site is open to public and
interpretation to visitors is required. We have experienced days with
3000 raptors, and migrant Peregrine Falcon and Merlin numbers here are
often the highest in the U.S. Contact information: Send resume and at
least two references by 1 Jul 2005 to (EM: robert.anderso4@us.army.mil
OR robert.anderson@monroe.army.mil) or by mail to Coastal Virginia
Wildlife Observatory c/o BOB ANDERSON, 1528 Ashland Ave., Norfolk, VA 23509.

MIGRATION COUNTERS (3) for fall migration monitoring projects at Cape
May Bird Observatory, Cape May, NJ. Cape May is one of the best fall
migration hot spots in the country. Specifically, we are hiring a
counter for the Cape May Hawkwatch (1 Sep - 30 Nov), a counter for the
Avalon Seawatch (22 Sep-22 Dec), and a "swing" counter (1 Sep- 22 Dec),
who will provide day-off relief at each site and enter data. Applicants
for counter positions should have a strong background identifying either
raptors or seabirds in flight. Careful data collecting skills, a
willingness to work long hours, and excellent interpersonal skills are a
must. Applicants for the "swing" counter position also should have some
experience with MS Excel. All applicants must have their own vehicles.
Salary for all positions $1400/month. Housing and reimbursement for gas
is provided. Send cover letter indicating position of interest, resume
outlining relevant experience, and three references (including email
addresses and phone numbers) to DR. DAVID MIZRAHI, Cape May Bird
Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 or
email: dmizrahi@njaudubon.org. Application deadline is 15 Jul 2005.

INTERPRETIVE NATURALISTS (4) for fall migration monitoring projects at
Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May, NJ, 1 Sep-1 Nov 2005. Cape May is
renowned as one of the world's great hot spots for bird migration.
Successful applicants will work either at the Cape May Hawkwatch, Avalon
Seawatch, or on the Passerine Morning Flight Project. Duties include
conducting mini-workshops, assisting visitors with bird identification,
and assisting counters when needed. Applicants should have experience
interacting with the public and excellent interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with bird migration and experience identifying raptors
and/or sea birds in flight is preferred but not required. All applicants
must have their own vehicles. Salary for all positions $800/month,
housing and reimbursement for gas is provided. Send cover letter
indicating position of interest, resume outlining relevant experience,
and three references (including email addresses and phone numbers) to
DR. DAVID MIZRAHI, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape
May Court House, NJ 08210 or email: dmizrahi@njaudubon.org. Application
deadline is 15 Jul 2005.

INTERN (1) to assist with ongoing Monarch butterfly migration project, 1
Sep through 31 Oct 2005. Duties include daily road censuses of migrating
Monarchs, tagging, data entry, and educating the public about the
project and Monarch biology. Successful applicant will be expected to
work long hours during peak Monarch flights, shorter hours during lulls.
Careful data collecting and entry skills, and excellent interpersonal
skills a must; familiarity with insect ecology and migration a plus but
not required. Must have own vehicle. Salary $800/mo., housing and
reimbursement for gas provided. Send cover letter indicating position of
interest, resume outlining relevant experience, and three references
(including email addresses and phone numbers) to DR. DAVID MIZRAHI, Cape
May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
or email: dmizrahi@njaudubon.org. Application reviews begin 15 July.

WILDLIFE SPECIALIST II, Wildlife Management Division, Research Branch /
Phoenix Based / Limited, Salary Grade 19 ($32,329-$51,471), Announcement
#-05EDA / Closing Date: 24 Jun 2005. Description of Duties: Directs
field operations and supervises staff. Monitors progress and project
schedules. Tracks, locates, captures, and marks animals in the field.
Analyzes data. Measures and records environmental conditions in the
field. Conducts literature review and synthesizes literature into useful
formats. Writes reports, briefings, semi-popular articles, and
scientific publications. Presents scientific findings at symposiums and
public meetings. Prepares and tracks project budgets, equipment list,
and vehicle inspections. Prepares concepts and detail study proposals,
plans, and designs. Participates in continuing education. Supervises
field staff. Will serve as Department's Willow Flycatcher Coordinator
until February 2007, supervise 4 field crew leaders, and write final
report. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: The ideal candidate will have an
advanced degree, preferably in Ornithology, experience with flycatchers
or similar species, experience in advanced mathematics and statistics,
and proven publication record. The candidate must have a Bachelor's
degree in a wildlife science or a closely related field from an
accredited college or university and two years professional experience
in wildlife research or wildlife management. A graduate degree in a
wildlife science or a closely related field may substitute for one year
of the required experience. A medical/physical evaluation may be
required prior to appointment. How to Apply: A Wildlife Series
application Form #007 may be obtained by calling the applicant line (PH:
602-789-3321), or through our web site (URL: http://www.azgfd.com). A
completed application, a current resume and college transcripts
(unofficial or photocopies are accepted) must be received no later than
5:00 p.m. on the closing date by the Arizona Game and Fish Department,
2221 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023, Attention: Human
Resources, indicating the correct Announcement Number. Permanent or
limited permanent Game & Fish employees applying must submit a current
resume, accompanied by a Wildlife Resume Supplement Form 9021, no later
than 5:00 p.m. on closing date.

BIOLOGIST/ECOLOGIST: Foothill Associates seeks an entry-level field
biologist to assist with a wide range of projects in its Stevenson Ranch
Office in Los Angeles County. A qualified candidate should have 1) a
B.S. in biology or a related field; 2) field experience and skills
including, knowledge of southern California plants and wildlife,
identification of birds by sight and sound, identification of other
wildlife by sight, tracks and sign, ability to identify plants, ability
to conduct wetland delineations, using GPS to map project sites, not
getting vehicles stuck in sand/mud/(fill-in the blank); 3) office skills
including, basic computer programs, grant writing, report writing,
permitting, statistical programs, ArcView, and remote mapping. Any
experience with, or permits to survey for Threatened and Endangered
species and CEQA/NEPA impact evaluations are a plus. Use of personal
vehicle and occasional after hours and weekend work required. You will
be part of a small team opening a branch office, enthusiasm, creativity,
hard work and an excellent sense of humor are required. We are looking
for someone to begin immediately, please send a cover letter describing
your skills as they pertain to this job description and your resume to:
(EM: hr@foothill.com). This position will remain open until filled.

EXPERIENCED HAWKWATCHER needed, Fall 2005 - northcentral
Pennsylvania--Looking for an experienced hawkwatcher to conduct
migration monitoring at a ridgetop site in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
(north of Williamsport). The focus will be on the late fall migration,
particularly of golden eagles which are suspected to move through the
area in significant numbers. The observer will record flight patterns
and behavior of all golden and bald eagles. Pay is $10/hr + lodging
provided. Applicants must be willing to watch full-time from Oct through
mid-Dec 2005. (the project will continue from late Feb through Apr
2006). Submit resume with three references to DR. DAVID BRANDES (EM:
brandesd@lafayette.edu)