Location
field, Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Commitment
Full Time
Level
Junior (<2 years)
Job Description
The School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability is seeking a Research Specialist. This position provides administrative and operational support for research projects in the Jones Disturbance and Biodiversity Lab in the School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability. The position involves planning, coordinating, and executing fieldwork focused on threatened and endangered wildlife species for extended periods of time in remote field locations throughout the United States, particularly in New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado.
In addition, this position includes responsibility for administrative research support including writing and submitting reports and ensuring required research permits are up-to-date. This is a one year specified term position that is 100% remote from the University of Iowa and will require a residence in New Mexico. This position not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Key Responsibilities
- Function as a specialist/technical expert in the discipline of avian wildlife ecology.
- Investigate and perform critical analysis of current literature to develop novel approaches to research either independently or in conjunction with other investigators.
- Contribute at a high level to the lab/research project as evidenced by documented recognition in publications as an author or technical assistant.
- Oversee many of the administrative functions, including but not limited to writing and amending protocols, making decisions regarding the acquisition of equipment, software, and supplies, being responsible for the safety programs, and managing staff.
For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
Education Required
M.Sc. degree in Ecology, Wildlife Management, or a related field.
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience capturing, handling, banding, and GPS tagging Mexican spotted owls.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience as lead author or co-author on scientific publications related to the ecology, conservation, or management of raptors, and preferably Mexican spotted owls.
- Experience managing and supervising a team of field technicians and providing proper training for working with Mexican spotted owls in the field.
- Must have an active driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.
Position and Application Details
For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition #26005884. Pay Level 5A In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission. Resume Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact: libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
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