Natural Resources Job Board

The review of applications will begin on March 17th, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. 

We are seeking applicants for a wildlife technician to help with several on-going projects. 

The main duties of a technician are assisting in the maintenance of remote cameras and autonomous recording units. The technician will also identify species detected in imagery and acoustic data (mammalian, avian, and anuran). The technician will likely also assist in the trapping of invasive wild pigs. There might also be other field components associated with this research project, for example: collecting data on cattle and grazing management; monitoring nest boxes.

The Rangeland Wildlife Ecology Lab has a strong focus on extension. Therefore, the successful candidate might participate in extension activities and will have the opportunity to generate extension resources if interested. 

Long days and work on weekends may be required during intense data collection campaigns. The technicians will be under the supervision of Dr. Hance Ellington (UF Range Cattle Research and Education Center). The main office of the Rangeland Wildlife Ecology Lab is located in Ona, FL, but field sites are located throughout south-central Florida. This position will be open until filled. Applicants will be reviewed as they are received.
 
Qualifications

Most importantly we seek applicants who have:

• A passion for wildlife ecology, with a keenness for birds, mammals, anurans, or invasive species

• An interest, commitment, and aptitude for research in the field in the challenging Florida climate

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
 

Additionally, these skills would be advantageous:

• Experience deploying and monitoring cameras, acoustic recorders, or both

• Ability to identify birds or anurans by sound

• Animal handling experience

Applicants must also have a valid driver’s license. Technicians will need their own transportation for personal activities. Housing is not provided (but economical shared student housing is available near the center). 

The Rangeland Wildlife Ecology Lab is committed to increasing the diversity of science and scientists and we strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups in STEM to apply. 

To apply, please email (with the subject line “Wildlife technician”) a single PDF document that contains: 1) a one-page cover letter that describes your background, interest in the position, how you meet the qualifications, and any equity considerations you are comfortable sharing; 2) your CV/Resume; 3) contact information for three professional references (ordered by the individual’s ability to comment on your qualifications for this position and work ethic). The review of applications will begin on March 17th, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.