TES Mammal Sampling Research Technician

Auburn University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number TES2220P
Home Org Name Forestry Wildlife and Environment
Division Name College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment
Position Title TES Mammal Sampling Research Technician
Estimated Hours Per Week 40
Anticipated Length of Assignment 6 months
Job Summary
The Alabama Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at Auburn University is seeking Mammal Sampling Technicians (8) for a multi-species inventory and conservation project on selected state-owned lands within Alabama. Primary responsibilities will include conducting small mammal live trapping using Sherman traps and deployment/pick up of camera traps and Anabat detectors. Other duties will include data entry, memory card downloading/organization, and maintenance of field equipment and vehicles. Candidates must be prepared and able to work under challenging environmental conditions, which include exposure to elements such as heat, humidity, and the presence of wildlife and insects.
Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:
  • Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
  • Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
  • Assistance with special projects
  • Seasonal work
  • Emergencies


If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.
AU student employees are not eligible for TES.
Essential Functions
The employee’s duties will include, but not be limited to: small mammal trapping with Sherman traps, small mammal handling/processing, and deployment of Anabats/camera traps. Other duties will include vegetation sampling, data entry, database management, and maintenance of field equipment and vehicles.
Work vehicles, gas, and housing to be provided.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent with 3 years of experience in conducting field surveys.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license


Expectations:
Candidates should be comfortable carrying light-medium weighed field equipment for extended periods. Candidates with a positive attitude, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are desired.
Desired Qualifications
Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a biology-related field, and display high motivation. Ideal candidates have previous experience in southeastern small mammal identification, specifically mice, rats, shrews, moles, voles, chipmunks, and squirrels. Also, candidates would have previous experience with small mammal handling and collecting of physical measurements. Furthermore, ideal candidates would have previous experience in deployment and management of Reconyx camera traps and Anabat detectors

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $18.00/hour
Work Hours 7:45a.m. - 4:45p.m. Monday through Friday
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Date 04/02/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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