Details of Job No. 20329
Printer Friendly Version Email this listing
Job Number:	20329 (Classification: Temporary/Seasonal Positions)
Title:	Seasonal Lesser Prairie-chicken Field Technicians
Agency:	Texas Tech University
Location:	Texas Panhandle
Job Description:	Lesser prairie-chickens (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus) have experienced declines in their population and distribution and are a candidate species for the endangered species list. 4-6 seasonal research technicians are needed for ongoing lesser prairie-chicken research projects in the Texas panhandle. Duties will include 4-6 weeks conducting study of the audibility of lesser prairie-chicken booming, 8-10 weeks of trapping lesser prairie-chickens using multiple techniques, and 2-4 weeks of nest searching. Additional duties will include radio-tracking and behavioral observation of lesser prairie-chickens. To Apply, e-mail resume and e-mail contact information for 3 references. Field work will begin February 1, 2010 and end no earlier than June 18, 2010.
Qualifications:	Requires strong work ethic, long hours, odd hours, and early mornings, must work well in a group of 2-6 other technicians or alone, responsible for keeping detailed field notes. Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and clean driving record and must be able to pass criminal background check.
Salary:	$360/week includes housing and utilities (no pets
Last Date to apply:	December 14, 2009
Contact:	Doug Holt E-mail: doug.holt@ttu.edu(Preferred) Phone: 239-470-0527