Researcher II
***This position requires the ability to get a USAccess card.***
The Researcher II (Crew leader, herpetology) will Conduct field surveys for herpetofauna, capture and tag organisms and oversees field activities conducted by team members. Field work includes (1) deploying and using various trapping methods, such as drift fencing, to survey for and capture herpetofauna; (2) marking and sampling captured herpetofaunal species including turtles, lizards and snakes; (3) conducting visual road surveys for herpetofauna at night, (4) assisting in deployment of satellite tags on terrestrial and aquatic turtles, (5) assisting in arranging of logistics for collaborative field efforts.
Compensation & Benefits:
Estimated Starting Salary Range for Researcher II: $45,200 / year (salary)
Pay commensurate with experience.
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Researcher II Responsibilities Include:
- Conducts field surveys, captures and tagging
- Plans and executes data management
- Trains, mentors, other team members on technical topics
- Maintains relationships and interacts with project partners
- Applies knowledge, skills and experience with data visualization to developed high quality reports and contribute to peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Researcher II Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in biological sciences.
- Experience identifying herpetofauna found in the southern Texas region, and deploying and using various trapping methods to survey for and capture herpetofauna.
- Experience working independently and maintaining successful partnerships.
- Ability to work within and maintain databases.
- Proficiency identifying herpetofauna commonly found in the southern Texas region
- Ability to identify anurans by calls will be required.
- Skills capturing, handling and marking various herpetofauna including turtles, snakes and newts
- Experience with automated audio recorders and audio analysis for anuran calls desired.
- Leadership/mentoring skills
- Experience with R software and ability to speak Spanish desired.
- Experience with database software, such as Excel or Access
- Previous field experience required.
- Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Company Information:
Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.