Research Associate I - Tarwater Field Crew Leader, Zoology

Research Associate I - Field Crew Leader for Hawai'i VINE Project

Conduct investigative research requiring the application and analysis of standard tests and procedures as defined by the project.

We are seeking an experienced biologist to be the field crew leader for project on Oʻahu, Hawai'i as part of the Hawaiʻi VINE (Vertebrate Introductions and Novel Ecosystems) Project. ... Field work will include invasive plant removal, behavioral observations, point counts, game cameras on plants, identification of and surveys of plants, and plant experiments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise a field crew of 4-8 people
• Coordinate with graduate students on the project
• Travel to sites associated with project to collect data/specimens.
• Aid in hiring and training new field technicians
• Oversee monthly reports to funding agency and VINE Team
• Oversee equipment maintenance
• Help organize monthly outreach
• Communicate with field technicians, graduate students, and PIs on the project in an efficient and respectful manner