Hourly Pooled - HI Field Technician (Tarwater)
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JOB TITLE:
Field Technician
JOB PURPOSE:
We are seeking technicians to work on a research project on Oahu Hawaii as part of the Hawaii V.I.N.E. (Vertebrate Introductions and Novel Ecosystems) project a collaboration across multiple universities (UH Manoa UW NAU and UIUC) that began in 2014. The project is investigating temporal changes in seed dispersal and how removal of dominant invasive plants alters seed dispersal in mesic and wet forest ecosystems. Native species extinctions and non-native species introductions have dramatically changed the forest species composition. Although many native plants depend on birds for seed dispersal on Oahu there are no longer any native frugivorous birds to provide this function. Instead a suite of non-native birds are dispersing seeds. Additionally invasive plants often dominate seed dispersal networks with impacts to native plant seed dispersal. Understanding temporal changes and how removal of invasive plant species impacts seed dispersal is critically important for restoration efforts.
There are multiple positions open with starting dates spanning August to November with a minimum of a five-month commitment.
This is a full-time position and technicians will receive compensationof $14/hour with deductions forthe cost of employer provided housing (rent) for the crew. Everyone living in the crew house will additionally be expected to split the cost of utilities with the 5-7 others living in the house. Technicians are not required to live in the crew house if they already have alternativehousing. Further details will be provided during interviews. Applicants will be responsible for their flight to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu Hawaii.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Basic duties include: (1) conducting mist-netting of birds to collect fecal samples for diet analysis (2) performing point counts for bird abundance (3) bird and plant ID (4) measuring fruit abundance (5) measuring vegetation characteristics (6) removing access to non-native fruit and (7) deploying game cameras. Additional duties will include: (1) regularly checking and maintaining netting and other experimental setups (2) ensuring accurate and consistent data recording and entry (3) collaborating with team members for data analysis and interpretation and (4) participating in team meetings and contributing to project planning and adjustments. Additionally applicants will be expected to participate in regular (at least monthly) outreach and education events related to the project.
The candidate(s) selected for this position will work on a field crew of 6-9 people including other technicians crew leader and graduate students. Technicians must be able to work early mornings in rugged terrain in challenging field conditions. Fieldwork will involve long days of hiking and temperamental weather conditions. This is a full-time position and technicians will receive effective compensation of $14/hour plus shared access to vehicles and the option to live in crew housing. Further details will be provided during interviews. Applicants will be responsible for their flight to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu Hawaii
COMPETENCIES:
A bachelors degree in biology natural resources wildlife management botany ecology or a related field and field experience pertaining to wildlife biology or botany are required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must be responsible organized and comfortable living and working as a team.
An enthusiasm for research and fieldwork is essential as well as patience and a strong work ethic.
Valid drivers license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in tropical ecosystems avian ecology plant ecology and/or a demonstrated knowledge of Hawaiian plants.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
Applications must include a cover letter curriculum vitae and contact information (email and phone) for 3 references familiar with your field work experience as a single PDF document. Review of applications will begin June 9 2025. Applications for this round of hiring will not be accepted after September 1 2025. In your cover letter please specify your availability for the start dates. Include details of any prior experience in bird banding such as the approximate number of birds you have banded and extracted. Additionally highlight any experience with plant identification and/or systematic vegetation surveys.
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WORK LOCATION:
Remote/Flexible Work: This position is eligible for remote work and/or a flexible work schedule.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. In compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or email.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
