America: MS Research Assistantship in Bat’s Habitat

USA: MS Research Assistantship in Bat’s Habitat, Emporia State University

Job Description:
Motivated graduate student (MS) sought to study habitat use by bats in the Red Hills region of Kansas and Oklahoma, beginning in May 2009. Focal species are Townsend’s big-eared bat and the pallid bat, which are listed as Species in Need of Conservation in Kansas. The study will provide material for a thesis and resulting publications. The student will also co-author recovery plans for the aforementioned species for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks.

Previous experience with mist-netting bats and using Anabat acoustic bat detectors preferred. Applicants must be motivated, work well with others, and able to handle strenuous field conditions. A research assistantship ($1,269/mo., summer; $7,235/academic year), travel funding, and field housing will be provided.

To apply, send a cover letter and resumé / CV to wjensen1[ at ]emporia.edu or by postal mail to: William E. Jensen, Department of Biological Sciences, 1200 Commercial St., Campus Box 4050, Emporia State University, Emporia, KS 66801.

Qualifications:
Previous experience with mist-netting bats and using Anabat acoustic bat detectors preferred. Applicants must be motivated, work well with others, and able to handle strenuous field conditions.

Salary: $1,269/mo
Last Date to apply: February 28, 2009
Website: http://www.emporia.edu/~jensenwi/
Contact: William E. Jensen
E-mail: wjensen1[ at ]emporia.edu (Preferred)
Phone: 620-341-5339