Post-Baccalaureate Research Fellow (Avian Ecology)

Job overview

The Post-Baccalaureate Research Fellow (Avian Ecology) role is an onsite seasonal appointment in Venus, FL, paying $15.00 per hour. Lodging is provided, and residence at Archbold Biological Station is required. The Avian Ecology Program supports a long-running study of Florida Scrub-Jays and their conservation. The fellow contributes to the research program through field monitoring, bird censuses, surveys, and data entry. The position also offers an opportunity to develop an independent research project using new field data or Archbold’s long-term dataset.

What you'll do

• Independently search for and monitor nests
• conduct monthly censuses of color-banded birds
• enter data daily
• habituate birds for subsequent trapping
• conduct oak acorn surveys
• survey Florida Scrub-Jay populations at other sites. Fellows may assist with blood sampling, territory mapping, and prescribed fires.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

post-baccalaureate research fellow

avian ecology

seasonal appointment

$15/hour

venus fl

archbold expeditions

florida scrub-jay

field research

bird monitoring

ecology research

bachelor’s degree

lodging provided

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Lodging is provided. Traditional employee benefits are not provided at hire for seasonal employees
• eligibility is determined using the ACA look-back measurement method.

Why this role

Lodging provided; independent research project opportunity; seasonal appointment of at least six months.

About the employer

Archbold Expeditions Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.