Forest Ungulate Research Biologist - Spec Sr WL Research

Position: Forest Ungulate Research Biologist - NR Spec Sr WL Research
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* Working Title:

Forest Ungulate Research Biologist*
* ** Job Class:
Natural Resources Specialist Senior - Wildlife Research*
* ** Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources*
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** Job ** : 98002

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** Location** :
Grand Rapids

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 11/05/2026

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** Closing Date** : 11/25/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Department of Natural Resources

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** Division/Unit** :
Fish and Wildlife

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Yes - Up to 25% of the time

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** Salary Range:**  $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** :
Minnesota Association of Professional Employees / MAPE

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** FLSA Status:
** Exempt-Professional

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
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Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists (1) to plan, conduct, analyze, and report on studies of forest wildlife species, both independently and under direction from Research Scientists, who provide overall direction for statewide research programs on forest game species; (2) to integrate research and survey results and convey this knowledge to wildlife staff, peer committees, other professionals within and outside Minnesota, and the public;

(3) to develop and evaluate new techniques for assessing and managing forest wildlife resources; (4) to assist in organizing, maintaining, and operating laboratories under the Forest Wildlife Research Group; and (5) design, coordinate, and conduct aerial survey flights annually in small, fixed wing aircraft..

Responsibilities include:

+ To identify information needs and to plan and design original research and survey projects in collaboration with Research Scientists, on the ecology and management of forest ungulates, to meet needs for increased scientific knowledge, improved technology, and improved management of Minnesota's forest game resources.

+ To organize and conduct research activities and surveys concerning cause-specific mortality, habitat and predator interactions and ungulate population dynamics, working both independently and in conjunction with Research Scientists, using appropriate techniques so study objectives are met and findings are statistically and scientifically valid.

+ To analyze data and interpret research results so valid inferences can be made and appropriate conclusions can be drawn.

+ Report results and conclusions of research and population monitoring projects in oral and written format so that findings can be used by scientists, natural resource managers, administrators, and the public within Minnesota, the U.S., and internationally.

+ To remain current in knowledge, technologies, and peer collaborations so that the most modern scientific understanding and practices are used to conduct research. Develop or apply advanced, state-of-the-art techniques and technologies to evaluate defined problems.

This position requires the incumbent to work in adverse weather and environmental conditions such as heat, rain/humidity, extreme cold, and being exposed to ticks and biting insects. This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis, which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + A master's degree (thesis) in wildlife ecology or closely related field, and two (2) years of professional (post-graduation) wildlife research experience;  
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* * a PhD in wildlife ecology or closely related field.

+ Technical knowledge of wildlife ecology, management, and conservation of Minnesota ungulates and their predators.

+ Ability to design, implement, analyze, interpret and report management-oriented wildlife research.

+ Computer proficiency, including knowledge of databases,…