Major/Essential Functions
Full-time seasonal fieldwork position.
The successful applicant will assist in a study examining the influence of an integrated intensive management program on Northern Bobwhite demographics. This job will entail trapping, banding, and tracking northern bobwhite through rugged terrain using both VHF and GPS telemetry.
Lodging provided.
This is a field position which requires independent thinking and the ability to be comfortable working alone as well as with small teams while living in a semi-remote location. The study site is 1.5 hours east of Lubbock, Texas.
Essential Functions include:
- Problem-solve and work independently (potentially outside of cell service).
- Work in wide range of inclement conditions including hot and cold temperatures, hiking over rough terrain, and working very early mornings.
- Trap, band, and place necklace style radio-transmitters and GPS backpack transmitters on northern bobwhites.
- Nest cover vegetation surveys using common vegetation sampling techniques.
- Radio telemetry.
- Data entry and record keeping using Microsoft Excel, OneDrive, and other typical office software.
- Bait and check box style meso-mammal live traps
- Use and basic upkeep (checking fluids, keeping clean, fixing flats as needed) of UTVs and 4x4 trucks.
Grant Funded?
No
Pay Basis
Hourly
Schedule Details
Varies
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications
- Paid field experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
- Upland game experience.
Department
Natural Resources Management
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type
Full Time
Shift
Other
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a specialized field and one year research experience. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
Yes
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Job Family
Research
Job Sub Family
Researchers & Scientists
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of radio telemetry.
- Basic knowledge of daily vehicle upkeep.
- Basic UTV skills.
- Knowledge of simple vegetation monitoring techniques.
- Basic knowledge of common rangeland plants
- Upland game knowledge.
Hourly Pay Range
$19.47 - $25.29 - $31.15