Project assistant in urban ecology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Work duties

We are looking for a field assistant to: 1) monitor the breeding attempts in nest boxes; 2) ring adult and chick birds; 3) measure biometrics of birds and 4) daily upload of data in databases. The assistant is expected to work mainly in a team.

The work is part of the Division of Evolutionary Ecology & Infection Biology at Lund University, so ideally the candidate lives in or near Lund. The work is expected to take 2 months.

The position will be based within the urban avian ecology research group led by Prof Caroline Isaksson, within the Department of Biology. More information about the group’s research can be found here: https://www.biology.lu.se/caroline-isaksson.

Qualifications

Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of:

Some experience with fieldwork and handling of birds, preferably with nest box breeding birds Good team working skills, but also the ability to work independently.
Good written and oral proficiency in English

Other merits

Good physical condition to be able to perform the daily activities in the field. Good to listen and follow sampling instructions. Precision during data entry

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to i.e. good collaborative skills, database experience and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the division/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment

Fixed-term employment for 2 months full-time, starting date 14th of April.
Contact person: Caroline.Isaksson@biol.lu.se

Instructions on how to apply

Applications should include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the employment corresponds to your qualifications. The application should also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).