Bird Studies Canada invites applicants for seasonal research technicians
to work for the Prairie & Parkland Marsh Monitoring Program.
Successful applicants will conduct ecological fieldwork at locations in
Canada’s Prairie Provinces. Duties include: avian point counts using
call-broadcast methods, establishment of survey stations, assessments of
wetland habitats, assisting with bird capture and banding efforts,
deployment of autonomous recording units (ARUs), listening to and
transcribing recordings, and data entry. Ideal candidates will be
detail-oriented, self-organized, motivated, and energetic team players.
Applicants should have strong bird identification skills, be in good
physical condition, possess a strong work ethic, have an ability to
multitask, be meticulous in collecting and recording data, and be able
to maintain a positive attitude while working long, irregular hours
(including early morning and nocturnal work). Candidates must
demonstrate proficiency at identifying western birds by sight and sound
(particularly wetland-associated species and land birds likely to occur
within the region), must hold a valid driver’s license, and be eligible
to work in Canada. Salary ranges from $1,900-$2,300 CAN/month, depending
on experience, and accommodation will be provided. Preference will be
given to candidates who have prior experience conducting avian point
counts, identifying common wetland flora, driving 4WD trucks, traveling
by kayak or canoe, interacting with rural landowners, and navigating
using maps, aerial photos, and GPS. Positions range from 1.5-3.5 months
beginning early- to mid-May and ending 30 June, 31 July, or 15 August.
To apply, send application materials to
prairieprograms@birdscanada.org. Applications should address Dr. Kiel
Drake; please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information
for three references. In the cover letter, indicate how your skill set
fits the desired qualifications and provide an honest assessment of your
bird identification skills. Positions will be filled as soon as
suitable candidates are found. Applications accepted until 29 February,
2013. For more information about the Prairie & Parkland Marsh
Monitoring Program visit http://www.birdscanada.org/volunteer/ppmmp.