Hourly Pooled - Hawai'i VINE Field Technician, Zoology & Physiology
About The Position
We are seeking technicians to work on a research project on Oʻahu, Hawai’i as part of the Hawai’i V.I.N.E. (Vertebrate Introductions and Novel Ecosystems) project, a collaboration across multiple universities (UH Manoa, UW, NAU, and UIUC) that began in 2014. The project is investigating temporal changes in seed dispersal and how removal of dominant invasive plants alters seed dispersal in mesic and wet forest ecosystems. Native species extinctions and non-native species introductions have dramatically changed the forest species composition. Although many native plants depend on birds for seed dispersal, on Oʻahu there are no longer any native frugivorous birds to provide this function. Instead, a suite of non-native birds are dispersing seeds. Additionally, invasive plants often dominate seed dispersal networks with impacts to native plant seed dispersal. Understanding temporal changes and how removal of invasive plant species impacts seed dispersal is critically important for restoration efforts. There are multiple positions open with starting dates spanning March to May, with a minimum of a five-month commitment. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2025. Applications for this round of hiring will not be accepted after February 15, 2026 .
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in biology, natural resources, wildlife management, botany, ecology or a related field and field experience pertaining to wildlife biology or botany are required.
- Applicants must be responsible, organized, and comfortable living and working as a team.
- An enthusiasm for research and fieldwork is essential, as well as patience and a strong work ethic.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP
Nice To Haves
- Preference will be given to applicants with experience in tropical ecosystems, avian ecology, plant ecology, and/or a demonstrated knowledge of Hawaiian plants.
Responsibilities
- Invasive plant removal
- Measuring fruit abundance and vegetation characteristics
- Performing point counts for bird abundance
- Deploying game cameras
- Ensuring accurate and consistent data recording and entry
- Maintenance of field equipment
- Collaborating with team members for data analysis and interpretation
- Participating in team meetings and contributing to project planning and adjustments
- Participate in regular (at least monthly) outreach and education events related to the project
Benefits
- effective compensation of $16/hour
- shared access to vehicles
- the option to live in crew housing
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
