Bat Biologist/Environmental Scientist

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Hold, or currently on a federal recovery permit that can be transferable allowing capture of eastern bat species (Indiana, northern, and gray bats) required. Virginia big-eared bat, a plus.
• Experience setting acoustic detectors for survey and data download, organization, and analysis using automated software programs. Manual vetting experience a plus.
• The ability to solve problems using critical thinking and to complete tasks with consideration to their own and the team's safety is important.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including exceptional MS Office skills.
• Strong note-taking skills and attention to detail.
• Experienced at working well in a team atmosphere and independently as required.
• Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required).
• Working knowledge of field sampling techniques.
• Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team and Business Center.
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Willingness to travel and conduct field work in potentially remote areas for extended periods (up to 5 - 10 days at a time) including overnight travel is expected for this position. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
• Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable with computers and handheld GPS units or other similar GPS based survey equipment.
• Technical writing skills are necessary for this position (if full-time employment).

Education and Experience

·      The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an environmental discipline (biology, ecology, natural resources, soil science or related natural resources field) with demonstrated experience with biological surveys in the region.

·         Federally permitted biologists who are experienced running projects and/or sites independently. 

·         Experience in acoustic analysis and project design is a huge plus.

·         Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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