National Audubon Society · 3 days ago
Seabird Research Assistant
Bremen, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19/hr - $19/hr
1+ years expThe National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. The Seabird Research Assistant will participate in seabird studies, monitor populations, and assist with data collection and camp maintenance on remote islands off the coast of Maine.
EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Participate in seabird studies as scheduled by the Island Supervisor, which may include, but are not limited to: bird trapping, banding, and resighting; observations from blinds; conducting seabird diet studies; conducting nest censuses; monitoring productivity and growth of chicks; computer data entry; blood or specimen collection; vegetation management; predator monitoring and control
Use binoculars and spotting scopes to aid in the collection of data as specified by the Island Supervisor
Perform 3-hour-long observation stints in small wooden observation blinds overlooking seabird nests
Accurately and neatly record data on specified data sheets
Enter and proof data in computer databases
Protect the seabird colony from human disturbance
Conduct predator management or control as necessary under the direction of the Island Supervisor
Maintain field equipment and facilities
Conduct trail maintenance and invasive plant removal
Assist Island Supervisor with landing of equipment and new personnel on the island
Operate power and/or row boats under guidance of Island Supervisor. Use of personal flotation devices is mandatory
Maintain and properly care for NAS-issued equipment, including spotting scopes, cameras, GPS, cell phones, radios, stoves, and other research and camp equipment
Assist with inventory of all island equipment and closing of the field station at the end of the season
When on the mainland: procure supplies; pack groceries, research supplies, and mail in waterproof island transport bags; clean and fill water jugs for supplying research stations; clean and store field equipment at the end of the season; assist mainland-based staff as needed
Collaborate with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work
Other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least one season of prior avian field experience, and/or at least an upper-level undergraduate studying Biology, Wildlife, or a related field
Comfortable living and working in small groups on remote islands with limited amenities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to get along with people of diverse backgrounds
Capable of working long hours outdoors in variable weather conditions
Ability and willingness to traverse rugged terrain and slippery rocks and maneuver with up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodations
Wilderness camping experience
Ability to make observations and record data from a small blind for three hours and maintain focus on data collection
Comfortable on the water in small boats
Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation
Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging
Preferred
Previous experience with bird banding, wilderness camping, rowing, boating, and/or hunting/trapping are helpful
Company
National Audubon Society
The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.23MKey Investors
Bezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-10-23Grant
2025-05-21Grant· $0.05M
2022-04-12Grant· $0.18M
Leadership Team
Elizabeth Gray, Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer
Marco Carbone
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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