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Woodpecker Research Crew
$45k-59k (estimate)
Full Time | Colleges & Universities
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Oregon State University is Hiring a Woodpecker Research Crew Near Bend, OR
Woodpecker Research Crew
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic document:
1) A Resume.
2) Cover Letter
2) Cover Letter
For additional information please contact: Matt Orr at matt.orr@osucascades.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Woodpecker Research Crew
Appointment Type
Student Employee
Job Location
Bend
Position Appointment Percent
100
Appointment Basis
12
Pay Method
Hourly
Pay Period
16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate
$14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate
$21.00 (Standard); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This project finds new woodpecker nests via forest exploration and tracks their use by cavity nesting birds and mammals. The purpose of the research is to document the interdependence of primary cavity nesting species (i.e. birds like nuthatches and woodpeckers that excavate cavities) and secondary cavity nesters (i.e. other birds and mammals) that use the holes subsequently.
Anticipated hourly rate $18.50 per hour.
Anticipated hourly rate $18.50 per hour.
Position Duties
1. Locate nesting trees using GPS
2. Assess presence/absence for nest occupancy using a cavity camera or other techniques.
3. Accurately identify bird or mammal species present.
4. Record data according to protocol.
2. Assess presence/absence for nest occupancy using a cavity camera or other techniques.
3. Accurately identify bird or mammal species present.
4. Record data according to protocol.
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
- Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
- Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
- Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
- High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
- Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
- Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
- Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
- Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
- International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Ability to walk moderate distances off trail; access to a vehicle for commuting to study sites near Camp Sherman, OR.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Experience identifying birds and mammals of Central Oregon. Previous fieldwork experience, especially in a team setting.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P11014SE
Number of Vacancies
4
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
05/15/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
07/31/2024
Posting Date
04/29/2024
Full Consideration Date
05/14/2024
Closing Date
05/14/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic document:
1) A Resume.
2) Cover Letter
2) Cover Letter
For additional information please contact: Matt Orr at matt.orr@osucascades.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Supplemental Questions
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$45k-59k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/01/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/31/2024
WEBSITE
oregonstate.edu
HEADQUARTERS
CORVALLIS, OR
SIZE
7,500 - 15,000
FOUNDED
1868
TYPE
Private
CEO
ED FESER
REVENUE
$500M - $1B
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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