Sul Ross State University
Black Bear Technician - short-term, no degree required
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Job Description
- Req#: 7831
Technician(s) are needed to support a black bear research project in the west Texas. After a 30+ year absence, black bears are starting to recolonize this part of Texas. Researchers with the Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University have initiated a multi-year study exploring many aspects of the recolonizing population’s ecology.Technician will work under the direction of the project graduate students and supervisory researchers. Duties may include the ability to assist with trapping logistics and animal handling, running camera traps, running hair snares, data collection and organization, and sample processing. Additionally, technicians will have the opportunity to assist with concurrent black bear capture and collaring efforts.Position(s) will start on April 16th, 2024 and will last for 3 months. The position may require long/early days and weekend work. Applicants are expected to be self-motivated, work well independently as well as in a team, and be able to follow instructions. Applicants are expected to be able to effectively navigate rough terrain both on foot and by vehicle (UTV & 4x4 truck).
* Start date: April 16, 2024* End date: July 15, 2024* Pay: $15/hr* For more information, contact Matt Hewitt, matthew.hewitt@sulross.eduAbout the company
Sul Ross State University is a public university in Alpine, Texas.
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