Herpetologist

San Diego Natural History Museum

. Conduct field investigations of reptiles and amphibians throughout the region, including remote areas .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting field investigations of reptiles and amphibians, including survey techniques and data analysis. Proficient in safely handling and identifying species native to southern California, with a strong understanding of local ecosystems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

M.S. In BiologyField InvestigationsReptiles And Amphibians Survey TechniquesData Entry And AnalysisGIS Mapping

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Hard Skills

Field InvestigationsReptiles And Amphibians IdentificationCapture TechniquesAcoustic Monitoring TechniquesData AnalysisReport WritingHandling And Measuring Reptiles And AmphibiansStatistical AnalysesAbility To Lift 50 LbsHiking In Rough Terrain

Tools & Technologies

GIS Mapping

Certifications & Qualifications

10(a) PermitState SCP PermitValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

BioservicesSan Diego CountySouthern CaliforniaCoastal AreasDesert AreasMontane Areas

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct field investigations of reptiles and amphibians throughout the region, including remote areas
Work daytime or nighttime hours as required
Camp at field sites in remote areas when necessary
Conduct surveys and monitoring using capture and acoustic monitoring techniques
Work in coastal, desert, and montane areas
Perform data entry and analysis
Write reports
Assist the San Diego Natural History Museum’s Department of Bioservices with contracted field work

Requirements

What you’ll need

M.S. in biology or a related discipline, or a combination of professional experience and biological knowledge equivalent to a graduate degree
Extensive knowledge of the reptiles and amphibians of San Diego County and surrounding regions
Experience utilizing standard reptiles and amphibians survey techniques and equipment
Experience in safely handling, measuring, and assessing reptiles and amphibians in the hand
Experience identifying the reptiles and amphibians of southern California
10(a) and state SCP permits to work with rare species preferred, but not required
Knowledge of GIS mapping and/or statistical analyses of data sets preferred, but not required
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
Ability to hike up to three miles in rough terrain
Valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record
Resume and cover letter required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vacation
Sick-time
15 paid holidays
Free admission into all of Balboa Park’s museums