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• Biological Science Technician (Fish), U.S. Geological Survey (Millersburg, MI; due Apr. 28)

  Apr 21, 2023 9:00 am4 views

  As a Biological Science Technician (Fish) within the Great Lakes Science Center Hammond Bay Biological Station, some of your specific duties will include assisting in conducting field studies and surveys to collect fisheries data and/or specimens to support scientific studies, assisting scientist in laboratory work, performing and/or coordinating the repair and maintenance of research and support equipment, operating and maintaining outboard powered boats, preparing and/or presenting environmental educational material of limited difficulty, overseeing and training new technicians and field crews in standard field data collection and analytical techniques.

• Environmental Scientist I, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet--Environmental Analysis (Frankfort, KY; due Apr. 25)

  Apr 20, 2023 1:15 pm23 views

  Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as assess projects for potential impacts to streams and wetlands, communicate with KYTC Districts about their needs in regards to permitting and compliance, oversee consultants who are tasked with working on clearing KYTC projects and securing all necessary permits prior to construction, meet with state and federal resource agencies to help secure Clean Water Act permits for KYTC.

• Aquatic Field Technician (Hourly) - Illinois Natural History Survey

  Apr 17, 2023 3:00 pm3 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking field technicians (2-4 possible) to conduct applied research in large-river ecology in Southwestern Illinois. Technicians will assist large river ecologists in the collection of standardized long-term fish and water quality monitoring data and additional research projects. This position will be 40 hours per week and will be located at the Great Rivers Field Station in Alton, Illinois.

• Urban Conservation Technician, Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District (Noblesville, IN; open until filled)

  Apr 14, 2023 9:30 am6 views

  To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Hamilton County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job, unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship. 

• Learning Programs Coordinator (2 Year Term), Shedd Aquarium (Chicago, IL)

  Apr 14, 2023 9:30 am7 views

  The Learning Programs Coordinator works closely with the managers and overall team to coordinate resources necessary for programs and staff (such as: buses, program attendance, purchasing, staff PTO, program scheduling & spaces, registration, and staff on-boarding) and actively seeks out tools and resources to achieve maximum efficiency. This is a 2 year term position. 

• Learning Facilitator, Shedd Aquarium (Chicago, IL)

  Apr 14, 2023 9:30 am15 views

  The Learning Facilitator’s primary role is to deliver programming that is tailored for learners including students (PK-12), youth, teachers, families, adults, and middle school and high school teens. Facilitators utilize learner-centered facilitation strategies to encourage learners to think critically about the natural world and their place in it, and actively seek out relevant content knowledge. The Learning Facilitator will implement programs while working with other team members as appropriate. The Learning Facilitator will assist in daily setup and any preparation that is needed before and after each program.

• Agricultural Assistant (plant molecular biology-related; summer 2023), Carl R Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (Urbana, IL)

  Apr 13, 2023 4:15 pm22 views

  In this position, the incumbent will assist with plant biology experiments in the lab, greenhouse, and field, RNA extractions, seed counting, tissue collection, planting and harvesting, physiological measurements, etc.. Possibility of own research project.

• Program Coordinator, Open Space STL (St. Louis, MO; due May 5)

  Apr 12, 2023 3:30 pm7 views

  Open Space STL is a nonprofit organization that works independently and collaboratively to conserve and sustain land, water and other natural resources throughout the St. Louis region. The Program Coordinator is responsible for facilitating communications and the successful planning and implementation of Open Space STL’s conservation and fundraising programs. He or she will work closely with program staff to ensure the completion of tasks within set deadlines and budgets.  The Program Coordinator will identify potential funding needs to draft grant requests and develop ideas to market our programs to potential volunteers and funders. He or she will perform outreach duties to engage with the local community and produce communications to raise awareness and participation in Open Space STL’s programs and events. The Program Coordinator will also be responsible for administrative, bookkeeping, and purchasing equipment or other supplies necessary for Open Space STL to carry out our mission.

• Water Resources Management Specialist, Jefferson County Land & Water Conservation Department (Jefferson, WI; application review begins April 17)

  Apr 11, 2023 1:15 pm10 views

  This position is located in Champaign, Illinois of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The incumbent performs duties which assist in carrying out a coordinated natural resources conservation program tailored to customers' needs. The incumbent serves under the supervisor of a designated Wetland Agency Expert, providing direct assistance to Field Offices and works with District, Area and State Office staff.

• Water Resources Management Specialist, Jefferson County Land & Water Conservation Department (Jefferson, WI; application review begins April 17)

  Apr 11, 2023 1:15 pm13 views

  As an experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate individual, you will be successful in this role while completing the below key tasks and responsibilities:

  • Provides technical expertise and education to other County Departments, County Committees, resource organizations and citizens on lakes, rivers, ground water, aquatic invasive species, and wetland issues/concerns, laws, programs, and management.
  • Develops, updates, and assists with implementation of lake and aquatic plant management plans.
  • Facilitates and participates in meetings of resource organizations and the public to achieve consensus on management decisions/recommendations.
  • Implements cost-sharing programs that protect water resources and prevent erosion.
  • Performs water quality, aquatic plant, and other resource monitoring in order to determine trends on lakes and rivers and to aid in management plan development.
  • Trains citizens how to perform lake and stream water quality monitoring, how to monitor for aquatic invasive species, how to educate boaters about aquatic invasive species laws, and how to implement purple loosestrife biocontrol. Communicates program information to volunteers, distributes equipment, performs field checks, assists with data entry as needed, and performs quality assurance checks on data.
  • Provides aquatic invasive species education and outreach to partners and stakeholders including updates on activities and programs, program materials to bait shops, and posts on social media.
  • Applies for and administers grants to fund water resources-related projects in coordination with relevant partners. Writes and submits final reports including any required financial accounting for the grants.
  • Investigates and provides a response to citizen complaints and concerns involving water pollution, wetland disturbance, invasive species, excess manure spreading, manure runoff, and other agricultural and resource concerns.

• River Health & Resiliency Organizer, Prairie Rivers Network (Quad Cities region of IL or Champaign, IL; due Apr. 24)

  Apr 4, 2023 9:30 am8 views

  River Health and Resiliency Organizer – Prairie Rivers Network seeks a River Health and Resiliency Organizer to advance nature-based solutions in Illinois. This role will educate, engage, and activate community members interested in nature-based solutions, build abundant and higher quality habitat to address the biodiversity crisis, and clean up our rivers and waterways supporting downstream communities. This role will primarily build and organize in the Quad Cities region in 2023 before expanding this work into other Illinois river towns in the coming years. Read full job posting.

• IL Agroforestry Educator, Savanna Institute (Central IL region; due Apr. 16)

  Apr 4, 2023 9:15 am15 views

  Position Opening – IL Agroforestry Educator

  Hours: Full-time
  Location: Central Illinois
  Start Date: May 15, 2023
  Salary: $53,000 to $55,000

  Job Description
  - This position is mostly virtual, with most work focused within 1 hr of Champaign-Urbana. Occasional, reimbursed travel required to destinations in Illinois and Wisconsin.
  - This position is eligible for the Institute’s benefits package. Benefits for full-time employees include 30 days paid time o per year, a Health Reimbursement arrangement that can be applied to insurance premiums and approved healthcare costs, and a monthly home office stipend.
  - This position reports to the Director of Demonstration Farms. Supervisor references are available upon request.

  If you're excited about this job, we're excited to learn about your experience! Please be sure to address each of
  the following qualifications in your cover letter — paint us a picture of how your unique skills, experiences, and/or
  education meet or exceed the qualifications. Cover letters should be no longer than 1 typed page.

• Plant Protection and Quarantine Technician (7 positions for summer 2023), Spongy Moth Detection Program, USDA-APHIS-PPQ (Central and Southern IL; due April 7 or open until positions are filled)

  Apr 3, 2023 10:15 am27 views

  The USDA is seeking qualified and self-motivated individuals to work as seasonal Spongy Moth Trappers, setting,
  servicing, and removing traps throughout a multiple-county area within Illinois. Additional duties include plan
  routes, follow trap assignment maps, assemble gypsy moth traps, contact property owners, prepare weekly reports,
  collect and record accurate data, use ESRI Field Maps Data Collection application with Global Position System
  (GPS) unit, upload trapping data to database, correct data errors, assist in mitigation treatments, communicate
  regularly and as directed by supervisor, assist with additional survey programs as needed. The following abilities
  are important: work independently, prioritize work, good verbal communication skills, ability and willingness to
  interact with public, learn simple insect identification, practice safe driving habits, drive up to approximately 250
  miles per day, work outdoors in rugged terrain and commitment to work through the season. These positions
  require very responsible individuals.

• Social Science Technician, USDA Agricultural Research Service (Burlington, VT; due Apr. 7)

  Apr 3, 2023 9:00 am8 views

  This position is located within Agricultural Research Unit, Northeast Area, Food Systems Research Unit in Burlington, VT.
  
  In this position, you will support social scientists in developing and designing on food systems research projects on farms and food business in local and regional food systems. You will evaluate the integrated effects of sustainable farm practices, farm products, and consumer choice on public health, as well as economic, environmental and social sustainability. 

• Visiting Fisheries Research Technician, UIUC Dept. of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (Urbana, IL; due Apr. 21)

  Mar 30, 2023 1:45 pm6 views

  Coordinate and conduct research and conservation of several projects involving fish in Illinois. Oversee/aid research activities, facilitate data collection, assist with the writing of reports/manuscripts and help with data analyses.

  This is a 100% full-time visiting Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is July 1, 2023, or as soon as possible after that date. Salary is commensurate with experience. 

• Environmental Scientist, Tanaq Environmental LLC (various locations/remote)

  Mar 30, 2023 1:30 pm6 views

  Tanaq Environmental, LLC. (TEL) delivers environmental engineering, investigation, consulting, and remediation services to government agencies and private clients in the areas of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste (HTRW) restoration and Military Munitions Response Program (MMRP) support. Tanaq is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Alaskan native community and shareholders. 

• Student Trainee (Natural Resources Mgt & Bio Sciences), U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (Chicago, IL; due Apr. 15)

  Mar 30, 2023 1:15 pm10 views

  The USACE Chicago District, Environmental and Cultural Resource Section is accepting resumes from both internal and external candidates wanting to be considered for the following summer work opportunity for students in the biological sciences:
  * STUDENT TRAINEE (NATURAL RESOURCES MGT & BIO SCIENCES) GS-0499-03: Chicago District – Environmental and Cultural Resources Section – Chicago IL

• USDA Forest Service Resource Assistants Program (RAP), opportunities available nationally

  Mar 29, 2023 2:30 pm23 views

  The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service Resource Assistants Program (RAP) is a rigorous and immersive, paid internship for individuals who are interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, environmental management, research and development, or other career opportunities with land management agencies. The program emphasizes the engagement of current students, recent graduates, and underrepresented populations in natural and cultural resources work as Resource Assistants (RAs) as per 16 U.S. Code Chapter 37, Subchapter II - Resource Assistants Code §1725.

• Visiting Scientific Specialist, Environmental Assessments Researcher (up to 5 hires), Illinois State Geological Survey (Savoy, IL; due Apr. 18)

  Mar 28, 2023 1:15 pm9 views

  The Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) is a premier state geological survey serving the needs of the public, government, and industry with earth science information and research relevant to natural resources, environmental quality, economic vitality, and public safety. ISGS is part of the Prairie Research Institute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which is centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.  Learn more at https://prairie.illinois.edu/about/jobs/

• Hourly Research Assistant - Sediment Laboratory (flexible during school year, more hours in summer), Illinois State Water Survey (Champaign, IL; open until filled)

  Mar 24, 2023 8:00 am13 views

  Primary Function:  Assist the ISWS Sediment Laboratory Analyst by performing various duties as needed: prepare samples for analysis, prepare supplies and material for analytical methods, washing bottles/caps, taring bottles/glass filters, data entry, and general laboratory upkeep.

• Habitat Specialists - 4 locations/positions, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever (Kansas; due Apr. 4)

  Mar 20, 2023 4:00 pm25 views

  Overview: These four positions are part of a partnership between Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) and Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever (PFQF). The incumbents will conduct habitat management work on public wildlife management areas. They are full-time, permanent employees of PFQF and will receive daily leadership from KDWP Wildlife Area Managers. These positions not only provide professional services but also prepares employees for potential advancement in the natural resources field by providing training in planning, management, and implementation of habitat practices.

• Visiting Scientific Specialist, Wetlands Geology (up to 2 hires), Illinois State Geological Survey (Champaign, IL; due Apr. 30)

  Mar 16, 2023 9:45 am8 views

  The Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) is a premier state geological survey serving the needs of the public, government, and industry with earth science information and research relevant to natural resources, environmental quality, economic vitality, and public safety. ISGS is part of the Prairie Research Institute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which is centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.  Learn more at https://prairie.illinois.edu/about/jobs/

• Soil Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (Pontiac, IL; due Mar. 29)

  Mar 16, 2023 9:30 am7 views

  This position provides assistance in the development, planning, contracting and application of land conservation practices and programs consistent with NRCS policy and procedures.

• Grassland Field Technician (Bird, Mammal, Snake, Arthropod, Plant) (summer 2023), Southern Illinois University (Carbondale, IL; due Apr. 10)

  Mar 15, 2023 3:00 pm23 views

  The Cooperative Wildlife Research Lab at Southern Illinois University is hiring 16 research technicians for projects investigating the impacts of habitat structure on grassland community interactions and grassland bird productivity. The field season will begin in May 15th (start date is flexible) and continue until August 11th.

• Consumer Safety Officer - Recent Graduate, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (many U.S. locations; due Mar. 28)

  Mar 15, 2023 2:45 pm12 views

  A great opportunity for students who recently graduated (within the last two years) or those who are going to graduate this semester. The postings are for Consumer Safety Officerswith FDA’s Office of Regulatory Affairs.

• Aquatic Field and Fisheries Technician (Hourly; up to 8 positions June-Oct. 2023), Illinois Natural History Survey (Havana, IL; due Apr. 7)

  Mar 15, 2023 2:00 pm12 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking up to 8 technicians to conduct applied research in aquatic ecology and large river systems throughout the state of Illinois. Technicians will assist large river ecologists in the collection of standardized long-term river monitoring data with additional targeted data collection. This position will be 40 hours per week and will be located in Havana, Illinois.

• CivicSpark Fellow (Sept. 2023 start) in CO, WA and CA (deadlines Apr. 7 and May 12)

  Mar 15, 2023 2:00 pm0 views

  The CivicSpark Fellow Application for the 2023-24 service year is NOW OPEN!For 11 months, beginning in September, over 100 Fellows will bring energy, commitment, and drive to supportcommunities tackle their climate and community resilience challenges while gaining professional experience. Afterlaunching our pilot cohorts in Colorado and Washington last year, we are excited to continue to serve those statesthis year, in addition to California. Our early deadline is April 7th and our priority deadline is May 12th.

• Green Corps (Aug. 2023 start; due Mar. 31)

  Mar 13, 2023 2:30 pm7 views

  We’re the country’s most respected training program for environmental organizers.Are you determined to make the biggest positive impact you can on issues like climate change and clean water, but youdon’t know where to start? Green Corps offers a yearlong, paid training program that will prepare you for a career inenvironmental organizing and the broader social change movement.

• Natural Landscape Technician, Urbana Park District (Urbana, IL; due Mar. 27)

  Mar 13, 2023 2:15 pm7 views

  This position is responsible for the management of natural resources within appointed Urbana Park District Natural Areas and the maintenance of Native Landscapes. This position performs activities associated with planting maintenance, prescribed burning, ecological restoration, and the removal and introduction of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous materials.

• Seasonal Botany Research Technician (2 or more positions; summer 2023), Illinois Natural History Survey (Champaign, IL; due Mar. 24)

  Mar 13, 2023 2:00 pm7 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking 2 or more Field Technicians to work with Survey botanists to conduct statewide monitoring of forest, wetland, and grassland vegetation for the Critical Trends Assessment Program (CTAP).  Duties include: 1) assist with field surveys of plants in forests, wetlands, and grasslands throughout Illinois, 2) share extensive driving responsibilities to and from field sites, 3) conduct sweep samples of insects in the field, 4) enter data collected in the field into a Microsoft Access database and 5) assist with other office and field work as needed. This position in based in Champaign, Illinois.

• Freshwater Mussel Technician (June 1 start), Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation (Oregon; due Mar. 31)

  Mar 13, 2023 11:45 am14 views

  JOB TITLE:  Freshwater Mussel Technician

  LOCATION: Based in Oregon, majority of work sites located in central Oregon, with additional travel to sites in Washington state.

  COMPENSATION: $22 per hour, commensurate with qualifications

• Research Scientist (lab and field support), National Great Rivers Research & Education Center, (East Alton, IL)

  Mar 13, 2023 11:30 am5 views

  Research Specialist

  The person in this position will provide a variety of field and laboratory support for research occurring at the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) Costello Confluence Field Station. Activities will include day-to-day support of NGRREC scientists and research equipment.

• Environmental Management Staffer - Sustainable Fisheries Team, Chesapeake Research Consortium (Annapolis, MD; due Mar. 30)

  Mar 10, 2023 9:15 am3 views

  The Chesapeake Research Consortium (CRC) is seeking an individual for a three-year Environmental Management Staffer position within its Environmental Management Career Development Program. All CRC Staffers in the Environmental Management Career Development Program support the work of the Chesapeake Bay Program. The Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP) brings together leaders from state, federal and local government, as well as academia and the watershed’s many communities, to collaborate on creating the best strategies and tools for cleaning up the Bay and the rivers and streams that flow into it and engaging with diverse communities to restore habitat health for living resources and promote stewardship for an environmentally and economically sustainable Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay Program is fueled by science and driven by partnership.

• Aquaculture Experiential Opportunities for Undergraduate Students (AquEOUS) Fellowship (summer 2023), UMaine Aquaculture Research Institute (Walpole, ME; due Mar. 22)

  Mar 10, 2023 9:15 am18 views

  The 10-week AquEOUS fellowship is an USDA funded Research and Extension Experience for Undergraduates (REEU) program which offers undergraduate students from around the nation a unique opportunity to combine traditional ecological knowledge from indigenous science with STEM concepts from western science to solve real-world problems in aquaculture at the University of Maine’s world class aquaculture facilities. Mentorship will be provided by the interdisciplinary faculty of the Aquaculture Research Institute and traditional knowledge keepers of the Wabanaki tribes as facilitated through the Wabanaki Center.

• Seasonal Restoration Technician (summer 2023), Olson Ecological Solutions, LLC (Schaumburg, IL; due May 15)

  Mar 10, 2023 9:15 am12 views

  POSITION SUMMARY: Our ecological restoration team cares for natural areas mostly in the northernCook County (Chicago region), positively impacting habitat and open space. The Seasonal RestorationTechnician (Technician) is part of this team and provides ecological restoration services focused on thecontrol of invasive species, mostly by selective herbicide application to targeted species growing amongnative plants. The team consists of staff members of Olson Ecological Solutions (OES) and a primecontractor. This is a seasonal position, typically April through October. Students with a summer schedulewithin this range are encouraged to apply.

• Stream and River Research Technicians (June-Dec. 2023), Illinois Natural History Survey (Champaign, IL; due May 6)

  Mar 9, 2023 11:00 am12 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking up to 7 research technicians to conduct bioassessments of aquatic life in streams and rivers in Illinois.

• Plant Protection and Quarantine Technician (summer 2023), USDA-APHIS-PPQ (Champaign, IL; due Mar. 21)

  Mar 9, 2023 10:45 am21 views

  2023 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT for Spongy Moth Detection Program in Illinois

  POSITION: 

  Plant Protection and Quarantine Aid/Technician - limited appointment, not to exceed 180 working days during the first year.

  LOCATION: Three positions in Central Illinois

• LIFE SCIENCE CAREER TRAINEE (UPWARD MOBILITY) Opt. E - Target Title: Envir. Protection Specialist I, IL EPA (Springfield, IL; due Mar. 20)

  Mar 8, 2023 10:45 am6 views

  The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Land (BOL), Leaking Underground Storage Tank Section, Special Projects and Financial Unit is seeking to hire Life Science Career Trainee (Option E).        The ideal candidate will participate in the agency sponsored training program for a six to twelve months duration. This trainee position receives working assignments designed to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills consonant with various professional life sciences career disciplines within the Leaking Underground Storage Tank, Special Projects and Financial Unit. As a LSCT, you will receive controlled assignments in a broad range of departmental activities with increasing difficulty and responsibility.

• Career Information Session - Wisconsin Conservation Warden - March 28

  Mar 8, 2023 10:45 am3 views

  Lt. John Sinclair with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will discussthe Conservation Warden hiring process that begins in April.

• Career Information Session - USDA Forest Service - March 27

  Mar 7, 2023 4:15 pm12 views

  Jesse McDicken with the USDA Forest Service returns to campus to discuss hiring for student internships and recent grad positions.

• I Star (campus tour guide; Summer 2023), UIUC (due Mar. 20)

  Mar 7, 2023 4:00 pm9 views

  Do you love UIUC? Apply to be an I STAR!

  I STARs share their love for UIUC and knowledge of campus by leading campus tours and events for prospective students and their families. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strongly encourage applications from individuals who possess and promote these values. I STARs assist our office with hosting 40,000+ visitors to campus yearly.

• LIFE SCIENCE CAREER TRAINEE (UPWARD MOBILITY) Opt. E - Target Title: Envir. Protection Specialist I, IL EPA (Springfield, IL; due Mar. 16)

  Mar 7, 2023 1:45 pm7 views

  The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Land (BOL), Remedial Project Management Section (RPMS), Unit B is seeking to hire Life Science Career Trainee (Option E). The ideal candidate will participate in the agency sponsored training program for a six to twelve months duration. This trainee position receives working assignments designed to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills consonant with various professional life sciences career disciplines within the Remedial Project Management Section (RPMS), Unit B. As a LSCT, you will receive controlled assignments in a broad range of departmental activities with increasing difficulty and responsibility.

• Land Conservation Specialist, The National Great Rivers Research & Education Center (NGRREC) (Multiple positions located in IL)

  Mar 6, 2023 1:45 pm37 views

  The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) is seeking a Land Conservation Specialist to actively provide agricultural conservation assistance to USDA-NRCS in a multi-county region. The primary purposes of the position will be to provide conservation planning, outreach, and mid-contract management assistance to agricultural producers in order to leverage Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and Wetland Reserve Easement (WRE) opportunities to achieve wildlife and water quality goals.

• Fisheries Technician (invasive carp; summer 2023), UIUC Dept. of NRES (Champaign, IL; due Apr. 1)

  Mar 6, 2023 1:15 pm9 views

  A summer field technician is needed to assist with applied research quantifying mechanisms influencing the movement and spread of invasive carp in the Illinois River. The technician will assist a graduate student in the collection of samples in the field and will also conduct laboratory analyses of collected samples.  This position will be 40 hours per week over the summer and will be based in Champaign, Illinois.

• Graduate Research Assistantship in Aquatic Ecology (Ph.D.) - Illinois Natural History Survey March 31

  Mar 6, 2023 10:30 am14 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey (a division of the Prairie Research Institute of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.). In collaboration with researchers from Purdue University and the Shedd Aquarium, we are developing hydroacoustic array in the area with an intent to answer several questions important to fisheries management. Successful candidate will develop a project within the larger framework of research related to the movement of post-tournament released smallmouth bass in the Illinois nearshore waters of Lake Michigan and connected Chicago land waterways.

• Urbana Park District Job Fair

  Mar 1, 2023 3:00 pm10 views

  PART TIME JOB FAIR - Urbana Park District

  Thursday, March 9, 2023

  5 to 6:30pm

  Phillips Recreation Center, Urbana IL

  https://www.urbanaparks.org/jobs/

• Summer 2023 Field Positions, Great Lakes Climate Corps (Michigan)

  Feb 28, 2023 1:30 pm8 views

  Great Lakes Climate Corps Job Openings based out of Marquette, MI.

• Fawning Research Technician (summer 2023), Southern Illinois University (Lake Shelbyville, IL; open until filled)

  Feb 28, 2023 1:15 pm7 views

  Fieldwork will include conducting radio telemetry and opportunistically searching for white tailed fawns to capture and install VHF collars and take morphological measurements. Radio telemetry will be used to track and identify mortality events.

• Soil Conservation Technician, Natural Resources Conservation Service (15 IL locations; due Mar. 7)

  Feb 27, 2023 2:30 pm10 views

  This position provides assistance to the Soil and Water Conservation District assigned to the field office within the assigned Natural Resources area; and to work with landowners to apply and maintain a number of conservation practices and review of financial assistance requests under the provision of federal, state, and local agriculture programs.

• Soil Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (13 IL locations; due Mar. 7)

  Feb 27, 2023 2:30 pm16 views

  This position provides assistance in the development, planning, contracting and application of land conservation practices and programs consistent with NRCS policy and procedures