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Conservation Science Partners
Truckee, CA, Fort Collins, CO. Remote considered.
About the Opportunity
Conservation Science Partners (CSP) is seeking a Program Manager to provide the coordination and stewardship needed for multiple research projects, associated technical expertise, and partner and client relations support, as part of a team of conservation biologists, ecologists, and social scientists working on efforts to conserve species and their habitats, primarily the Mojave desert tortoise.
UC Davis: Junior Specialist (Field Technician)
Mojave Desert Tortoise Research Position
About the Opportunity
Seeking candidates to fill one position beginning Winter 2021/2022 (start flexible but earlier is better) to live in residence and work at a field station in the Mojave National Preserve as part of a larger team studying head-starting and recovery of the Mojave Desert Tortoise. The position is funded for one year, but may be extended pending performance and funding. Candidates must have an interest in committing to the first year. Candidates must work well both in a team setting and when executing research with remote supervision. Primary job duties include husbandry of captive desert tortoises and tracking of tortoises via VHF radio-telemetry in the Mojave National Preserve, approximately 60 miles outside of Las Vegas, NV.
SWCA: Authorized Desert Tortoise Biologist
Las Vegas, NV
About the Opportunity
SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking an Authorized Mojave Desert Tortoise Field Biologists to join us and conduct field surveys and construction monitoring for various projects in the Mojave Desert.
This is a full-time, regular position based out of our Las Vegas, Nevada office. To be considered, please submit a resume along with contact information for three professional references and your Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist Request Form.
This role is primarily a field position that may require short-term travel away from home and long hours and may also include office tasks such as data analysis and report preparation. Work schedule varies by season but typically consists of five to six 8- to 12-hour workdays per week, with overtime possible. Vehicles provided. Travel to and from the Las Vegas office to the project area is paid.