AVIAN FIELD BIOLOGIST (1-2) needed from mid March to mid July 2011 to sample breeding and migratory birds in Sonora, Mexico. In March and April, we will sample migratory birds in subtropical thornscrub and in riparian and oak woodlands on the Northern Jaguar Reserve in east-central Sonora. In May-July we will assess the distribution, abundance, and habitat of breeding birds in oak and pine-oak woodlands, conifer forest, and montane riparian woodland in numerous Sky Island mountain ranges in northern Sonora. Technicians will spend long days hiking, driving, and navigating in remote field settings in the mountains, begin work before dawn, and be rewarded by scenic landscapes and high bird diversity. To be considered, applicants must have relevant experience conducting point counts and a demonstrated ability to identify birds by both sight and sound. Experience with distance sampling, nest searching, and knowledge of birds of southeast Arizona and northwest Mexico is strongly preferred and ability to quickly learn new songs and calls is required. Technicians must have the ability to speak at least basic Spanish and be comfortable working and communicating with Mexican and American biologists and local landowners. This position demands excellent physical condition, a positive, can-do attitude, interest in living in the field for 5-10 days at a time, and the ability to supervise an assistant on occasion. Technicians may need to carry a backpack with 1-3 days of provisions on occasion. Potential applicants that are interested in this position yet available only from mid March to early May (for work on the Northern Jaguar Reserve) or late April to mid July (for work in the Sky Islands) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Salary ranges from $2,100 to $2,500 per month depending on experience. To apply, send a brief cover letter that includes dates of availability and describes your relevant experience, a resume, and names, emails, and phone numbers of three references to Aaron D. Flesch at aaron.flesch AT umconnect.umt.edu or to Avian Science Center, Division of Biological Sciences, University of Montana, 32 Campus Drive, HS-104, Missoula, MT 59812. Please reference “avian position” in the subject heading of emails or call (406-243-2035) or email questions.