Research Technician (Biology)

Research Technician (Biology)

Amherst Campus
Full Time
JR6804

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Job Description:

Amherst College invites applications for the Research Technician position. The Research Technician is a full-time, fixed-term position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $20.87 - $22.00/hour.

The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information.

The research technician position will support the research efforts of the Clotfelter lab in the Department of Biology at Amherst College. The position will contribute to two ongoing field studies of wild birds in Massachusetts, as well as provide research assistance in the form of data management, data analysis, and manuscript writing.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Field work

Catch wild birds using mist nets and traps

Band birds with government and supplemental markers, including RFID tags

Collect blood samples and other biological samples

Conduct behavioral observations

Train undergraduate field assistants

Data management, analysis, and writing

Maintain bird banding records

Offload data from remote feeders

Data entry and curation

Statistical analyses including network analysis

Assist undergraduate students with data analysis

Assist with preparation of manuscripts

Research equipment maintenance

Set up and maintenance of mist nets and other bird banding supplies

Assist with the maintenance and repair of RFID-enabled bird feeders

Miscellaneous

Conduct other tasks as needed

Qualifications:

Required

Bachelor's Degree; Biology, Ecology, Wildlife Biology, Biostatistics or related field

1 to 3 years Related... For full info follow application link.

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