Agency: Trent University
Location: central Ontario, Canada (North Bay-Temagami Area)
Job Description: The successful candidate will assist in all aspects of field data collection for graduate research on Canada Lynx habitat use. The position will involve snow tracking Canada Lynx at their southern range periphery in central Ontario. The ideal candidate will be an individual comfortable carrying a heavy pack on snow shoes for long distances in remote areas. Snow machines will be used to access remote locations. Other activities will include habitat classification and identification of other species from snow tracks. Therefore, a familiarity with Ontarios flora and winter fauna is important.
Qualifications: Successful candidate must be a citizen of Ontario, Canada. Candidates should have or should be working towards a B.S. or diploma in wildlife science, biology, or a related discipline. A strong work ethic, physically fit, ability to work both individually and as part of team, communicate effectively with landowners and natural resource professionals, and a strong interest in wildlife/habitat relationships are essential. Relevant work experience in winter field research a plus. Thorough knowledge of the flora and fauna of Ontario. Experience using snow tracks and sign to identify species. Comfortable driving 4x4 vehicles with trailers, snow machines and using snowshoes to access remote areas in all weather conditions (extreme cold, heavy snow etc.) in rough terrain. Confident using maps, compass and GPS units.
The position is from January 4, 2010 through to April 30, 2010. A field vehicle will be provided. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Submit via email a cover letter, resume(include work experience and career goals) and the names and contact information (phone and e-mail address) of 3 references to:
Aaron Walpole
Environmental and Life Sciences Graduate Program
Environmental Science Building
Trent University
1600 West Bank Drive
Peterborough, ON K9J 7B8
Canada
aaronwalpole@trentu.ca
Salary: Salary is ~1800$ CAD/ month plus housing and food
Last Date to apply: December 4, 2009
Website: http://people.trentu.ca/jebowman/lynx.htm
Contact: Aaron Walpole
E-mail: aaronwalpole[at]trentu.ca(Preferred)
Phone: 705-748-1011 x7437