Research Technician

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

. Assist with data collection for a research project investigating how native seed-dispersing animals support post-fire oak woodland restoration in southern California .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 - $25 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ornithological field data collection and proficiency in capturing and banding passerines, with a strong foundation in biological sciences. Capable of conducting behavioral observations and data entry while working in remote and rugged environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Biological SciencesOrnithological Field Data CollectionCapturing And Banding PasserinesGood Color VisionValid U.S. Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionBehavioral ObservationsData EntrySeed Provisioning ExperimentsMeasuring Wild Jays

Soft Skills

Ability To Work AloneAbility To Hike Long Distances

Tools & Technologies

Baited Drop Traps

Industry Keywords

EcologyPost-Fire RestorationWildlife ResearchSouthern California

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with data collection for a research project investigating how native seed-dispersing animals support post-fire oak woodland restoration in southern California
Capture, band, and measure wild jays using baited drop traps
Resight and make behavioral observations of color-banded birds
Assist with setup and data collection for seed provisioning experiments
Perform data entry and similar routine tasks
Work primarily at The Nature Conservancy’s Dangermond Preserve along the coast of southern California

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a biological sciences field or equivalent experience required
4 years of relevant experience with High School diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience with Associate's Degree, or 0 years of relevant experience with Bachelor's Degree
3 months of experience collecting ornithological field data (desired)
Graduate-level training in ecology or related field (desired)
Proficiency in capturing and banding passerines (desired)
Good color vision required for resighting color bands
Ability to work alone and hike long distances in hot, rugged, and steep terrain
Able to live in a remote and communal setting
Valid U.S. driver's license
Successful completion of a background check; a drug screen or physical may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Temporary position contingent upon funding and performance
40 scheduled hours per week
First shift schedule