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Job Number:	20317 (Classification: Temporary/Seasonal Positions)
Title:	Field Biologist
Agency:	Audubon Canyon Ranch, Cypress Grove Research Center
Location:	west Marin County, CA
Job Description:	FIELD BIOLOGIST TO WORK ON HERONS AND EGRETS: A nine-month position is available to assist in field research and program management at the Cypress Grove Research Center of Audubon Canyon Ranch. The Cypress Grove Research Center is a small field research station in west Marin County, California. The position is focused primarily on a study of herons and egrets in the northern San Francisco Bay area. The work includes measuring reproductive performance at heronries throughout the region, with intensive observations at some colony sites. Additional work includes measuring the directions and distances of foraging flights, assistance in managing and training volunteer field observers, conducting occasional censuses of shorebirds, assisting with vegetation surveys, assisting with data management, and providing general program assistance at the Research Center. Compensation is $16 per hour (approx. $2400 per month) with excellent housing provided at the Cypress Grove Research Center. The position is open until filled and will begin as soon as possible in January, 2010. Applicants must be willing to use their own vehicle for fieldwork; compensation for mileage costs will be provided. In your letter of application, please indicate your experience relevant to the position, educational background, and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of 2 references. Send applications by email as soon as possible to .
Qualifications:	Qualified applicants must be in excellent physical condition and have experience in field ornithology. The ability to work both independently and on a team is essential. Preferred applicants are proficient birders, with experience in data management, ArcGIS, and some data analysis, and have experience operating small boats.
Salary:	$16.00/hour, housing provided
Last Date to apply:	December 18, 2009
Website:	www.egret.org
Contact:	Bonnie Warren E-mail: cgrc@egret.org(Preferred) Phone: 415-663-8203