Five field technicians are needed to work as part of a long-term project run by researchers at the University of Alberta, McGill University and University of Guelph, studying the ecology and evolution of red squirrels near Kluane Lake, Yukon, Canada. Details on the project and area can be found at www.redsquirrel.ca. Technicians will be responsible for monitoring the survival and reproduction of red squirrels during the 2010 breeding season. Duties will include live-trapping, handling and tagging of red squirrels, assessing reproductive condition, radio-collaring and telemetry, and performing behavioral observations.
Successful applicants will have a biology or wildlife background, exhibit sound decision making abilities, and will be prepared to live at our remote field camp in the winter. Field technicians must be prepared to complete fieldwork using snowshoes under northern winter weather conditions. Previous field experience with small mammals and winter field experience will be considered assets. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada (i.e., citizens, permanent residents or visa holders), have up-to-date first-aid training, a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Four technicians are needed between February 22 and August 27, 2010 and one position is needed between January 15 and May 10, 2010, but end dates are negotiable. Salary will depend on experience, but will start at $1,400 per month. In addition, food and accommodation will be provided in the field.
Applicants should send a resume and cover letter, including references by e-mail to Ainsley Sykes at the University of Alberta (asykes@ualberta.ca). Please indicate in your cover letter when you will be available to start and when you would like to end. Review of applications will begin on November 1. Under-represented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
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