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Inside Higher Ed · 1 day ago

Research Assistant 3 (Rubega Lab)

Storrs Mansfield, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$70K/yr - $74K/yr

2+ years exp

The University of Connecticut is seeking a Research Assistant 3 for the Rubega Lab to manage a nesting habitat restoration project for endangered terns on Great Gull Island. The role involves supervising logistics, coordinating with contractors and volunteers, and enacting a biosecurity plan to protect the terns.

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Responsibilities

Organizing and managing the logistics of a nesting habitat restoration project for Common and Roseate Terns breeding on Great Gull Island

Implementing a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) for all projects related to this habitat restoration project

Ordering and supervising the transportation of supplies to the island

Coordinating with the herbicide contractor and crew for twice-yearly application of herbicides to control invasive plant species on the island

Coordinating and supervising volunteers conducting habitat enhancement on the island, including planting native plant plugs, installing nest boxes, and spreading pea gravel to enhance habitat over existing concrete structures

Coordinating the removal of marine debris from the island

Coordinating boat trips to Great Gull Island for contractors and crew members

Supervising volunteer work crews on the island

Supervising a staff of up to 3 habitat restoration technicians

Writing annual reports summarizing habitat restoration efforts

Enacting a biosecurity plan to protect terns nesting on the island from predatory mammals, disease, and new invasive plants

Qualification

Wildlife ecologySupervising staffField camp logisticsInvasive plant controlHabitat restoration projectsFirst aid skillsSolar systems maintenanceStaff morale maintenanceBiosecurity plan development