Job Opportunities
The following positions are currently open for
application:
- Scientist - Long Point Waterfowl
- Bird Studies Canada Stewardship Intern
- Volunteer Field Ornithologists Needed For Long Point Bird Observatory's Migration Monitoring Program
- Volunteer Field Positions
Long
Point Waterfowl is seeking a Scientist for full-time, permanent
employment. This position will be located at Bird Studies Canada
National Headquarters in Port Rowan, Ontario. The applicant must have a
strong background with applied or theoretical research involving
waterfowl and wetland ecology/management issues, possess excellent
verbal and written communication skills, as well as have strong
analytical capabilities. The successful candidate will begin work on 3
January 2011 (or TBD).
Position Concept
The LPW
Scientist will report directly to the LPW Executive Director. The
primary responsibilities of this position will include:
- Assistance
and supervision of staff and LPW-affiliated students in all aspects of
the scientific process, including development of appropriate research,
conservation, and management questions;
- Design and implementation of
appropriate biological surveys and research projects;
- Maintenance and
management of LPW data bases;
- Analysis of large, complex biological
data sets; and
- Publication of popular and scientific papers;
- Liaising with outside scientists and graduate students to enhance the
scientific profile of LPW;
- Develop, implement, and assist with
university courses and other LPW educational initiatives; and
- Assist LPW Executive Director with fund-raising and grant applications.
Skills and Education
The LPW
Scientist will hold a Ph.D. in biological sciences or an M.Sc. with
sufficient and relevant work experience. The applicant will have a
demonstrated interest in waterfowl and wetlands research, management,
and conservation. Demonstrated experience in analysis of biological data
sets and in conducting independent and collaborative research as well as
in managing, evaluating and supervising the research of others. The
position demands a high level of organization, initiative, personnel
management skills, computer skills, analytical skills, and interpersonal
and communication skills. Experience in liaising with scientists of
government and non-government agencies is essential, as is demonstrated
authorship of high quality scientific papers and reports. The LPW
Scientist will use the aforementioned skills to promote and advance the
science-related objectives of LPW and to supervise, assist and motivate
other staff and students in science-related endeavors. Additional assets
would be the ability to obtain adjunct status at a nearby university and
demonstrated ability to raise money to fund research initiatives.
Salary Range
This is a full-time, permanent level 5 position in the BSC salary band
structure with a salary range of $50,645 - $71,630 and includes
benefits.
Duties and Responsibilities
Program
Development:
- Work with
staff and/or partners to ensure that research/monitoring questions for
both new and existing programs are well defined, and that data
collection protocols are appropriate to address those questions.
- Provide,
as necessary, scientific evaluations of existing LPW programs.
- In collaboration with the LPW Executive
Director, develop and take scientific lead on new research projects,
some of which will have substantial volunteer involvement.
Research
and Monitoring:
- Conduct
research using program databases to answer questions relating to the
evidence they provide for occurrence or causes of waterfowl population
changes and/or to advance scientific knowledge regarding basic ecology
of waterfowl and their habitats.
- Conduct aerial
surveys of waterfowl, food resources, and habitats in southern Ontario
and the Long Point area, with an emphasis on the needs of staging and
wintering waterfowl.
- Devise tests of appropriateness and sensitivity of
data in solving questions related to waterfowl populations.
- Analyze data,
write timely reports, and provide scientific evaluation of programs
according to contractual obligations and deadlines stipulated by funding
agencies.
- Achieve an excellent publication record in the refereed
scientific literature by typically preparing at least 2 scientific
papers each year based on one or more program data sets or research
projects
Scientific Support and Counsel:
- Provide advice to
staff and students on experimental design and analytical approaches
for research and monitoring programs relevant to LPW mandate.
- Participate in BSC's
National Scientific Advisory Committee and LPWs Scientific Advisory
Committee deliberations concerning LPW programs and research.
- Liaise with scientists
involved in similar research or monitoring initiatives in Canada and
other countries.
- Assist LPW staff and
students with publication of research findings.
General:
- Review articles and
manuscripts prepared for publication in the popular and scientific
literature.
- Remain current on
computer applications relevant to the analysis of LPW data; attend
applicable training sessions.
- Present and
communicate findings of LPW programs and research to the scientific
communities at major scientific conferences and symposia.
- Recruit, hire, train
and supervise science support staff and students as necessary.
- Help, as required,
generate additional funding in support of LPW programs or research
projects.
- Perform other duties
as assigned by the LPW Executive Director.
Applications must be received by 30 October 2010. Please mail your
cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Scott
Petrie, Executive Director
Long Point Waterfowl
P.O. Box 160, 115 Front Street
Port Rowan, ON N0E 1MO
Email:
spetrie@birdscanada.org
LPW
appreciates all applications, but only applicants selected for an
interview will be contacted. LPW is a non-profit, non-government
organization committed to waterfowl and wetland research, education and
conservation in the Great Lakes region. For more information about LPW
visit our website (http://www.birdscanada.org/research/lpwwrf).
Bird Studies Canada is seeking a Stewardship Intern for a
6-month (full-time) contract to lead the development of best
stewardship practices for Chimney Swifts in Ontario. The
applicant must have experience working with a variety of
stakeholders, and excellent verbal and written communication
skills. Successful candidate will begin work on September 1,
2010.
Position Concept
The Stewardship Intern is a fixed-term 6-month position. The
Stewardship Intern will work with the Chimney Swift Project
Coordinator and other BSC-Ontario Region staff, and will report
to the Ontario Program Manager. The Stewardship Intern will lead
the development of best stewardship practices for Chimney Swifts
in Ontario. He/she will arrange meetings with stakeholders,
research causes of chimney loss, and conduct chimney inventories
in key communities in Ontario.
Skills, Education
The Stewardship Intern will hold an M.Sc. or B.Sc. with
relevant experience. The intern should have experience working
with a variety of stakeholders, and have strong written and
verbal communication skills. The intern should also have a
strong background in ecology and conservation, and knowledge of
the Endangered Species Act and the Species at Risk Act.
Experience working independently and good decision-making skills
are essential. The position also requires good computer skills
(MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel).
Salary Range
This is a Level 2 position with a salary range of $2,800 to
$3,000/month plus mandatory legal and medical benefits.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Stewardship Intern will:
- Engage volunteers in the identification and monitoring
of nest and roost sites throughout Ontario.
- Conduct chimney inventories to quantify habitat
availability in priority areas.
- Research causes of loss and alteration of chimneys, and
alternate methods of chimney conversion and furnace
retrofitting.
- Arrange meetings with relevant stakeholders and
landowners to discuss Chimney Swift conservation.
- Consult with experts to identify possible alternatives
to capping, lining, and furnace retrofitting.
- Develop best stewardship practices through consultation
with landowners, educational institutions, churches, and
trade professionals and other stakeholders.
- Consult regularly with Ontario Ministry of Natural
Resources.
- Assist the Chimney Swift Project Coordinator with
training workshops for Ontario SwiftWatch
volunteers/communities.
- Work with the Chimney Swift Project Coordinator to
recruit new individuals and/or communities for the Ontario
SwiftWatch program.
- Assist the BSC-Ontario Region staff, as required, with
data management and fieldwork.
Applications must be received by the end of the closing date,
August 22, 2010. Please submit your resume, covering
letter, and three references to:
Elisabeth van Stam
Ontario Program Biologist
Bird Studies Canada
P.O. Box 160, 115 Front Street
Port Rowan, ON N0E 1MO
Email:
evanstam@birdscanada.org
While BSC appreciates all applications, only
applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Bird
Studies Canada is the country's only national charitable
organization dedicated to advancing the understanding,
appreciation, and conservation of wild birds and their habitats.
For more information visit www.birdscanada.org.
Located on the north shore of
Lake Erie, Long Point is one of the last wild areas left in southern
Ontario. It is internationally recognized as a World Biosphere Reserve
and a Globally Important Bird Area, and supports a fantastic diversity
of habitats, plants and animals. During migration huge numbers of birds
(and monarch butterflies) are funneled down Long Point. Founded in
1960, Long Point Bird Observatory (LPBO) is North America's oldest bird
observatory. The core program is centerd on monitoring populations of
migrating birds through daily census and banding routines at three field
stations. Volunteers staying for at least 1 month have food and
accommodation fees waived. Short-term volunteers are required to pay a
nominal fee covering housing and food. Up to 14 volunteers are required
for the spring (1 April to 10 June) and fall (10 August to 15 November)
field seasons. In addition, up to 4 volunteer field ornithologists are
needed for breeding bird censuses (territory mapping) and inventories at
Long Point from 25 May to 15 July. Previous ornithological work
(including bird banding) and excellent bird identification skills are
preferred, but not absolutely essential. All participants will
experience intensive and diverse training in field ornithological
techniques. International applicants with good English skills are
encouraged to apply.
For applications or more information, contact:
Landbird Program Coordinator,
Bird Studies Canada,
Long Point Bird Observatory,
P.O. Box 160,
Port Rowan, Ontario, Canada N0E 1M0
(519) 586-3531,
(519) 586-3532 (fax),
email:
lpbo@bsc-eoc.org.
Visit our web site
for more information about the volunteer programs
at Long Point Bird Observatory and a downloadable application form.
available, monitoring bird migration activities at Thunder Cape Bird
Observatory (TCBO), Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. The field season runs
from late Apr to mid Jun in the spring and from late Jul to
early Nov in the fall. Volunteers will be involved in mistnetting,
banding, and censusing migratory birds, including passerines, hawks and
owls. TCBO, located at the tip of the Sibley Peninsula, is bordered by
Lake Superior and Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. We provide comfortable
facilities in a beautiful wilderness setting. Volunteers staying over 2
weeks will have accommodation and food provided free. Experience is
preferred, but TCBO also aims to provide an excellent opportunity for
those eager to learn. Volunteers will be accepted throughout the season.
Additional information can be found on our website.
Questions and resumes can be directed to DR.NICK ESCOTT (Chairman), 650
Alice Avenue, RR#14, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E5; E-mail:
ngescott@shaw.com
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