Wildlife Research Biologist - Spec WL Research

Wildlife Research Biologist

Position:
Wildlife Research Biologist (Job )

Location:

Glenwood, MN

Telework Eligible:
No

Full-time, Day Shift, Monday–Friday.

Travel required:

up to 25% of the time, including regular visits to Madelia, MN.

• Assist the FaWPRG Ungulate RS2 in designing original wildlife research and survey projects on ungulate ecology to increase scientific knowledge applicable to wildlife management.
• Plan, organize, and implement statewide projects on white-tailed deer, including leading temporary/seasonal employees, conducting research, collecting and managing data, and evaluating new technology.
• Maintain field and laboratory equipment, make field decisions, and lead the work of others so that objectives are met and valid findings are reported.
• Participate in the analysis and evaluation of research findings by inputting, proofing, summarizing, and interpreting data according to appropriate ecological, wildlife, and statistical principles.
• Prepare agency progress reports, final reports, and publications by analyzing data, organizing material, and formatting content.
• Advance wildlife science technology in Minnesota by staying current in wildlife and biological sciences, statistical design and analyses, and computer applications.

• Three (3) courses directly related to wildlife management/biology.
• One course each in chemistry or physics; statistics; communication; and ecology.
• At least four (4) additional courses in wildlife or ecology or related fields such as taxonomy, comparative anatomy or physiology, soils or geology, mammalogy, ornithology, parasitology, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in Wildlife or equivalent field with wildlife emphasis.
• Knowledge of wildlife biology, ecology, statistics, and field research methodologies sufficient to collect, summarize, analyze, and interpret wildlife research data.
• Experience navigating terrain over distances using maps and GPS units to navigate within and between field sites.
• Ability to work independently and resolve problems with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills sufficient to collaborate with research partners, landowners, and the public, and to document and communicate research results through appropriate formats (e.g., agency reports, presentations).
• Experience using Excel and Access to enter, proof, query, and summarize wildlife research data.
• Experience planning, organizing, and maintaining field equipment.
• Organizational skills necessary for planning and creating work schedules, including field data collection schedules.
• Technical skills in ArcGIS and R sufficient to manage, analyze, and visualize wildlife research data.
• Experience with locating and monitoring wildlife using radiotelemetry and GPS (e.g., GPS collars).
• Experience with ungulate trapping, handling, and biological sample collection, including preparation, organization, storage, and processing of wildlife data and tissue samples.

• Master’s degree in Wildlife or equivalent field with emphasis on field research with ungulates.
• Experience using R to clean, manipulate, and analyze data.
• Experience using ArcGIS or Arc Pro.
• Experience working independently and resolving problems without direct supervision.
• Experience working outdoors in a variety of adverse weather and environmental conditions.
• Experience with identifying anatomy and conducting field necropsies of ungulates.

• Unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record; only those 18 years or older with a valid license may operate agency equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship for an employment visa.
• Background check required (conflict of interest review, criminal history check, education verification, employment reference/records check, license/certification verification).

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (including fertility care, diabetes…