Antioch University is hiring: RA Caribbean Birds - M. Akresh [Work Study] in New York
antioch universityNew York, NY
Antioch University is hiring: RA Caribbean Birds - M. Akresh [Work Study] in New York
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Colleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsOther Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesAdministration of Conservation ProgramsCaribbean 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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Level
MidL4
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Biologists
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