Antioch University is hiring: RA Caribbean Birds - M. Akresh [Work Study] in New York

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Caribbean Bird Research Assistant Assistant needed to help with Caribbean bird projects. The research assistant will work with AUNE faculty, and collaborators at other organizations (e.g., Birds Caribbean). Tasks will entail listening to, documenting, and classifying bird songs/calls from Autonomous Recording Units (ARU) recordings (10 hours/wk). Student will enter, organize, manage, and analyze the collected data and previously collected data using Excel, R, and ArcGIS (5 hours/wk). Additional work will be assisting with writing of Conservation Action Plans and Birds of The World species accounts for endangered Caribbean birds (5 hours/wk). Some work might entail field work in the Caribbean during certain weeks of the year, pending permits.
Qualifications: Interest in research that focuses on Caribbean birds Excellent data management and organizational skills Excellent communication skills Knowledge of Caribbean bird songs and calls Quantitative skills; ability to use Excel, and familiarity and experience with using R and ArcGIS would be an added benefit Federal work study funds Does this position meet the definition of Community Service? No
How to Apply: Send a short cover letter of interest and your CV to Mike Akresh. Email: makresh@antioch.edu
Position Type: Work Study
Department: ES
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