Temporary Wildlife Conservation Biologist II/Wildlife Health Conservation Biologist
State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE
•Onsite
About The Position
This temporary position assists with Wildlife Health research, surveillance, dataset management, database development, and wildlife captures and sampling. Responsibilities include proposal development, project preparation, data acquisition, input, and analysis, meeting and presentation preparation and delivery, and biological laboratory development and management. The role also involves assisting with big game check station operations during harvest season, including sample collection, data transcription, and dataset development.
Requirements
- 1 year experience OR 1 year coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology, and/or agriculture.
- Driver’s license required.
- Experience in taxonomic identification.
- Proficiency in biological and laboratory techniques (e.g. aseptic and/or safe biological sampling techniques during sample collections).
- Working knowledge of disease ecology and One Health practices and approaches as it relates to pathogens and disease in wildlife.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively and appropriately communicate complex scientific principles around pathogens and disease to the public, other scientists, landowners, and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborations and professional relationships.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in ecology, wildlife biology, veterinary sciences, or a related field with a focus on wildlife disease ecology.
- Knowledge of Nebraska wildlife species helpful but not required.
- Analytical skills using GIS, R, R-Studio, or others desirable.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Wildlife Health research, surveillance, dataset management, and database development.
- Conduct wildlife captures and sampling when appropriate.
- Assist with proposal development and project preparation.
- Manage data acquisition, input, and analysis.
- Prepare and deliver meetings and presentations.
- Assist with biological laboratory development and management.
- Support big game check station operations during harvest season, including sample collection, data transcription, and dataset development.
Benefits
- Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
