Research Technician for Tutakoke River Eider Project,
Core
Field technician supporting a graduate study on predator-prey dynamics and physiology of Pacific eider species and Arctic Foxes in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, Alaska.
Role type
Field research technician (wildlife/bird banding)
Builds
Field data and biological samples for ecological research
Domain
Ecology / Ornithology / Wildlife Conservation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
nest monitoring, mist netting, bird banding, data entry, remote camp operations, heavy lifting (>75 lbs), wading in adverse conditions
Preferred skills
bird capture and marking, remote field camp experience, snow machine/ATV operation, small engine repair, boat operation with tiller motors
Technologies
mist nets, color-character tarsal bands, hair snares, camera traps, snow machines, ATVs, boats
Responsibilities
Search and monitor waterfowl nests; mist net and capture/band eiders; enter field data; assist with remote field camp operations; set and monitor hair snares and camera traps for Arctic Foxes
Seniority
Entry-level / Seasonal
