Researcher I - Peery | University of Wisconsin Madison - Military Veterans

Job Summary: The incumbent would report to a project manager while recruiting, training, and leading 2-4 technicians each summer to deploy, collect, and assist with processing and analyzing data from acoustic recording units across the landscape in the (likely southern) Sierra Nevada of California. The project is crucial to multiple well-funded projects and is expected to directly inform management planning and practices in an ecologically sensitive and high-profile region. The researcher would spend the remainder of the year (mid-August to mid-April) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Madison, WI as part of the Peery research group. The Peery Lab ( https://peery.russell.wisc.edu/ ) currently is composed of 7 graduate students, 10 full time research scientists, and multiple alumni who have chosen to remain involved in collaborative projects with current graduate students. The large lab fosters an active, inclusive, collaborative, and supportive research atmosphere. The position ideally would start on October 1, 2024 but could be shifted slightly, if necessary, and includes a full-time salary with benefits package, including health insurance, and retirement. The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Responsibilities: Provides technical expertise to fundamental and/or applied scientific research under the direction of senior research personnel or faculty. 40% Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures 10% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities and assists with publications 30% Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area 5% Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures 10% Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership 5% Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in a biology or natural resources related field required Preferred Master's Degree Master's degree in a biology or natural resources related field preferred Qualifications: -Experience with acoustic data analyses and interpretation. Examples might include use of Program RAVEN to identify bird vocalizations -Experience with data collection methods using autonomous recording units or other acoustic data. Examples might include programming and deploying autonomous recording units. -Experience with geographic information systems. Examples might include use of geographic information systems to inform the deployment of autonomous recording units. -Experience leading crews in field biology or ecology positions. Examples might include creating schedules, training, and ensuring crew safety -Excellent organizational, management, and office skills. -Experience with database management. Examples might include data entry and QC in databases such as MS Access -Experience with hiring, training, and independently leading field crews. -Demonstrates knowledge of assessing and addressing diverse crew needs and gaps, tailoring training and leadership accordingly. License/Certification: Required Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $52,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Additional Information: Summer field season (3-5 months) will be spent in the Sierra Nevada, California with field crews, while the remainder of the year will be spent in Madison, WI at the University. How to Apply: Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials: o Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background o Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience o References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice. It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Contact: Sonia Parker sonia.parker@wisc.edu 608-890-2547 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Researcher I(RE040) Department(s): A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/ FOREST & WILDLIFE ECOL Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 298073-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 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