"Technician: Research"

In this UKRI-funded project, we are investigating the mechanisms through which animals recognise their relatives and make appropriate social decisions. We are investigating three modalities of recognition: auditory, olfactory and social cues, coupled with powerful analytical methods to investigate how individuals decide who to socially interact with. In this project, we will conduct field observations of behaviour in a wild population of birds that are individually identifiable. Fieldwork will be conducted at varying intensity throughout the year at a study site close to Sheffield.

We are looking for a talented and dedicated Research Technician to join this project in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology research cluster in the School of Biosciences. This project will use field studies of long-tailed tits and is led by Professor Ben Hatchwell. The Research Technician will work closely with the PI, two PDRAs and two other members of technical staff with overlapping responsibilities on the project, liaising with them to ensure efficient and rigorous collection of field data.

Applicants must have experience equivalent to Level 3 (BTEC/A Level) qualification in relevant field, with proven vocational skills in line with the job description along with an excellent understanding of how to store and handle data in accordance with legislation. Excellent communication skills to be able to communicate technical information clearly and succinctly to a wide variety of stakeholders, in a variety of methods, for example verbally or in presentation or written format are also essential.

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