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Description
Wyoming Wildlife Consultants, LLC is a small consulting firm with offices in Pinedale and Laramie, Wyoming. The company focuses on applied research and survey work in the sagebrush biome, and specializes in the study of greater sage-grouse and pygmy rabbits. Those working with us are dedicated wildlife professionals willing to work as part of a team and perform the duties necessary to make a small business successful.
Position Overview:
3-year contract position as RESEARCH ECOLOGIST to study sagebrush-dominated range response to pro-active habitat and livestock grazing management throughout central and southwestern Wyoming. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing wildlife-focused state-and-transition models to support habitat management efforts.
Priority will be given to applicants with strong research project development backgrounds. In addition, applicants should have backgrounds in GIS analysis and modeling, project and employee supervision, and an aptitude for field ecology. The position may require long, irregular hours under sometimes adverse field conditions, and often requires that individuals work alone.
Qualifications:
Self-motivating applicants with a background in research project development required; masters or doctorate is preferred but not mandatory. Although the degree is not required, applicants should have experience designing and implementing scientific study plans at the level of that required to obtain a PhD. Ranching background desirable.
Potential candidates should be well organized, self-motivated and able to perform duties independent of constant direct supervision. A valid driver's license is required for this position. Applicants will be interviewed and hired as applications are received.
Compensation: $48,000 to $58,000 / year DOE plus benefits.
Preferred start date: 15 March 2010
To Apply:
Please submit cover letter and resume to John Dahlke through e-mail with "WWC Research Ecologist Position" in the subject line; include names, addresses, and phone numbers of at least 3 references.
For specific questions concerning the research project to be conducted, please contact Matt Holloran.