Yosemite’s Biological Science Technician (Insects)
Location: Marisposa, CA, United States
Yosemite’s Plant Ecology Program seeks field assistants for the park’s alpine bee inventory project during summer 2023. In collaboration with the USDA Bee Lab we are conducting an inventory and initiating a DNA barcode library of alpine bees in the park.
A project assistant, 1-2 crew leads and 2-4 field assistants will sample bees and plants in remote high elevation habitats throughout Yosemite’s alpine. The work will involve multiple-day backpack trips into remote locations, hiking up to 10 miles per day and carrying up to a 40 lb pack in steep, uneven (spectacular!) terrain.These positions are located in Yosemite National Park, in the Division of Resources Management and Science.
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Yosemite National Park is May to June but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May-June 2023
Open to the first 250 applicants or until 01/23/2023 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Experience Information
Apply By: | Jan 23, 2023 |
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