Manomet Conservation Sciences · 9 hours ago
Shorebird Technician
Plymouth, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17/hr - $19/hr
1+ years expManomet Conservation Sciences is seeking a temporary Shorebird Technician to support their study on the northbound migration ecology of shorebirds. The technician will conduct field surveys, assist with bird trapping and processing, and perform data entry and management tasks.
EducationEnvironmental ConsultingSocialWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Conduct shorebird surveys (shorebird identification, counting, and flock estimation)
Assist with shorebird trapping (whoosh net or mist net)
Bird processing (measuring, banding, bleeding, transmitter deployment)
Horseshoe crab egg density surveys
Data collection using eBird and ArcGIS Field Maps
Assist with field work preparations and other tasks as necessary
Enter and manage data using eBird, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Excel
Qualification
Required
4-year degree, though equivalent work experience will also be considered
At least 1 season of experience working on biological research and/or monitoring
Familiar with shorebird identification and flock estimation
Experience handling and banding birds
Demonstrated ability to work independently toward accomplishing goals
Ability to take direction, work as a team member, and lead volunteers
Must have a reliable method of transportation and a valid driver's license
Must be eligible to work within the US
Must successfully pass a background check
Preferred
Experience driving or trailering motorboats
Experience backcountry camping
Familiarity with eBird, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Excel
Benefits
Housing may be available.
Travel using a personal vehicle is reimbursed.
Company
Manomet Conservation Sciences
Manomet is a science-driven conservation organization with deep roots in bird banding.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase