JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking two (2) field technicians to assist with fish and mussel field sampling for the summer and fall of 2021. Duties include: collecting fish by dip-netting, seining, and trawling, as well as back-pack, barge and boat electrofishing; collecting mussels by hand sampling, snorkeling, and excavation of quadrats; lab and museum work, including data entry, processing specimens for curation, museum maintenance; equipment cleaning and maintenance; and other duties as needed. Travel and long hours in the field should be expected. COVID 19 Safety protocols outlined by the University and the Prairie Research Institute must be strictly maintained. This position is based in Champaign, IL.
QUALIFICATIONS
Course work in biology, entomology, fisheries, environmental science, or related field is recommended. The candidate must be able to swim, hike to remote sites, travel overnight, work outside under adverse field conditions (biting insects, leeches, poison ivy, heat, cold, humidity, etc.), lift 40 pounds, and be comfortable on boats and personal watercraft. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license. Preference will be given to candidates with experience or a desire to work in freshwater systems.
Salary: $13-14/hour – commensurate with experience. 40 hours per week.
Available: June 15 through September 15, 2021 (start and end dates flexible).
To Apply: Email cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Alison Stodola at alprice@illinois.edu (Reference “Aquatic Field Tech” in subject line). For full consideration, applications should be received by 3/19/21 but positions will remain open until filled.
Direct technical questions to Alison Stodola at alprice@illinois.edu, 217-300-0969, Jeremy Tiemann at jtiemann@illinois.edu, 217-244-4594, or Hugo Ruellan at hruellan@illinois.edu, 810-599-7856.
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