Wildlife Research
Coordinator
As urbanization
expands around the world, a complete picture of how the changing landscape
affects wildlife physiological and behavioral will provide scientists and land
managers with the tools they need to conserve species while also mitigating
human-wildlife conflict. Our goal is to create the most comprehensive
understanding of an urban ecosystem by understanding complex relationships
between humans, wildlife, and urbanization in Chicago and beyond. This full-time position will integrate the
Davee Center and the Urban Wildlife Institute by leading a variety of
field-based projects as part of the Health and Stress of Urban Wildlife
initiative. Projects include an extensive urban survey of mammals using
motion-triggered cameras and live-trapping, the collection samples and lab
analysis of samples from urban wildlife, monitoring bat populations at urban
and rural sites in the greater Chicago area, and development of new projects
related to to this initiative. Responsibilities will include independent field
work in the greater Chicago area, as well as data management, project
development, statistical analysis, and laboratory analysis based at the zoo.
Driving to and from study locations in the city and suburban areas is required,
but a vehicle will be provided. Some data management using Microsoft Access
will be necessary.
Essential Job
Functions:
• Assist with
existing and new Urban Wildlife Institute and Davee Center research programs in
conjunction with all partners;
• Develop,
coordinate and lead new projects related to stress and health of urban wildlife
in the field
• Work independently
and as part of a team, in the field, lab and at the zoo
• Manage other
research interns and volunteers when appropriate
• Maintain databases
and perform data entry in Microsoft Access
Additional
Responsibilities:
• Domestic travel
for conferences
• Attend Lincoln
Park Zoo, Davee Center, and/or Urban Wildlife Institute-related activities as
necessary;
• Perform other
duties as assigned by Drs Rachel Santymire and Seth Magle
Knowledge, Skills
& Abilities:
• Previous
experience conducting ecological research in the field
• Experience
trapping, handling, and radiotracking wildlife
• Experience in
wildlife endocrinology or other laboratory analysis
• Possess strong
computer, organizational (project management), and communication skills
(written and spoken)
• Ability to work
independently, and as part of a team
• Ability to work
outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Willingness to
drive to and from field sites around the greater Chicago area (up to 50 miles
from the zoo)
• Proficiency with
Microsoft Office, including Access, Word and Excel
• Possess knowledge
of Illinois fauna
• Possess a valid
driver’s license
• Demonstrate a
commitment to wildlife conservation through management of wild and captive
populations, and willingness to participate in the department’s team approach
to conservation research projects.
• Preferred
background in experimental design and statistical analysis
• Must be able to
work up to 10 weekends per year.
Education
Requirements:
• B.S. or M.S. in
biology, ecology, or related field.
All employment
queries should be directed to:
Human Resources
To complete an
application for employment at Lincoln Park Zoo, download and open this PDF,
fill in your information, save the form and e-mail it to hrjobs@lpzoo.org. We
require a cover letter, resume, and application for all positions. Incomplete
submissions will not be reviewed. Lincoln Park Zoo is an equal opportunity
employer.
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