What are the responsibilities and job description for the The effects of invasive guineagrass on the ecology of Northern Bobwhite position at Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute?
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct fieldwork in South Texas to trap and tag Northern Bobwhite and to collect data related to study questions
- Oversee field technicians during fieldwork
- Data management
- Apply statistical analysis used in assessments of e.g., breeding performance, survival, resource selection, space use
- Co-develop and complete a dissertation under the mentorship of their advisor(s)
- Liaise and collaborate with private landowners
- Present research findings at conferences and via peer-reviewed journal articles
- Mentor M.S. and undergraduate students
Qualifications Required:
- M.S. in ecology, wildlife biology, natural resources, or related discipline
A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
Strong quantitative skills
Demonstrated experience with statistical software (e.g., Program R) and GIS
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrated research experience (data collection, analysis, writing)
Ability to conduct fieldwork in hot and humid conditions
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated involvement in trapping, handling, and banding birds
Experience with telemetry equipment and telemetry tag data
Record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
Stipend/Salary: $2,200/month stipend plus benefits (medical package available after completion of waiting period) and full tuition waiver (nonresident tuition waived-resident tuition fees apply but will be reimbursed to ensure a full tuition waiver)
Application Deadline: applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is selected
To Apply: Submit an application packet as a single PDF including: (1) one-page letter of interest, (2) CV, (3) unofficial undergraduate/graduate transcripts, (4) contact information for two professional references to Dr. Jennifer Smith (jennifer.smith@tamuk.edu).
For questions regarding this position: Dr. Jennifer Smith, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Email: jennifer.smith@tamuk.edu
Texas law requires that males 18 through 25 show proof of compliance with Federal Selective Service law in order to be eligible for employment.
Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this position.
EEO/AA/ADA
Salary : $2,200