CONSERVATION BIOLOGY APPRENTICE

San Diego Natural History MuseumSan Diego, CA
289d$18 - $18Hybrid

About The Position

The San Diego Natural History Museum science research apprenticeship program provides training and mentoring in curation, multidisciplinary research, and museum collections to students to prepare them for continued advancement in biological sciences, which can translate to career pathways in academia and research, as well as biological consulting. The apprentice will contribute to the Healthy Canyons Initiative, which focuses on understanding the current state of biodiversity in San Diego's urban canyons. Potential tasks include conducting field surveys to assess biodiversity; compiling and organizing environmental, biodiversity, and other types of data associated with canyons; and assisting in community outreach. Field work is multidisciplinary, but the Apprentice will primarily focus on large mammals and vegetation. Training will include daily instruction, guidance, and follow-up for all tasks assigned.

Requirements

  • Interest in conservation biology and natural history
  • Ability to hike up to 8 miles across rough, uneven terrain while carrying 10+ lbs in hot and/or inclement weather
  • Strong communication skills with attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Technology skills; experience using ArcGIS products (i.e., Field Maps and Pro) a plus
  • Ability to identify southern California mammals and plants to species a plus

Responsibilities

  • Conducting field research with a team of Nat scientists
  • Data organization and management
  • Support community science and outreach events
  • Research and analysis to understand biodiversity in urban canyons, based on interest and experience
  • Create a report/presentation on their work at the end of the apprenticeship to staff and volunteers at the Nat

Benefits

  • Paid at $18/hr
  • Free admission into all of Balboa Park's museums
  • Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park
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