Fwd: Job: Alberta.GrizzlyBearConservation

[Ellen Hostert]

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Date: Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 2:41 AM
Subject: Job: Alberta.GrizzlyBearConservation
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fRI Research (Alberta, Canada)
Grizzly Bear Biologist

Job Opportunity: Biologist with the Grizzly Bear Monitoring Project
Link:
https://friresearch.ca/news/job-opportunity-senior-biologist-with-the-grizzly-bear-monitoring-project/

Classification: Biologist
Salary: $62,046.84 - $84,290.04, 37.5 hrs/week
Duration: 1-year term (possible extension of the term based on performance
and funding)
Start date: March 2024
Location: Hinton, Alberta
Job Description

The successful candidate will be part of a team using non-invasive
sampling for genetic and endocrine profiling of grizzly bears to
monitor survival, demographics, reproduction, and health of selected
bear populations in Alberta.

This position will involve:
- Assist with recruiting and training of seasonal staff.
- Assist with planning and coordination of fieldwork activities.
- Manage and supervise field crews; ensure health and safety
  requirements are met.
- Conduct fieldwork to setup and monitor hair snag/camera sites to
  obtain grizzly bear hair samples and images.
- Conduct habitat monitoring work to assess availability of different
  bear foods across the landscape.
- Engagement with shareholders and project partners.
- Engagement with indigenous partners and communities.
- Data entry and management.
- Providing support with project operations as required.
- Position based in Hinton, Alberta, with periods spent living in field
  camps during the field season as required.
- Flexibility to work shifts during the field season(typically 9 days
  on, 5 days off).
- Dependent on experience:
Report writing and communications with project partners and stakeholders.
Assisting with data analysis and preparation of scientific publications.
Potential to develop/pursue own research ideas that fall within the
project scope.

The exact breakdown of work and involvement in different elements of the
project will depend on the successful candidate's experience, skill set,
and interests.

Essential Qualifications and Experience
- A minimum of a BSc degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 6
  years' field experience in ecological studies or wildlife management
  or Masters degree in a related discipline with 3 years' field
  experience in ecological studies.
- Experience managing and carrying out field season preparation and
  logistics (planning field schedules, organizing access to sites,
  ensuring fieldwork objectives are met, etc.).
- Supervisory experience with field crews.
- Experience and proficiency driving 4-wheel drive vehicles.
- Fieldwork and data collection experience.
- Experience carrying out field work in challenging and adverse
  conditions.
- Comfortable working with spatial data, preparing field and GPS maps,
  using ArcGIS field maps or similar spatial software.
- Experience with data entry, managing datasets and databases.
- Ability to meet strict production deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and willing to work
  flexible schedule when required.
- Familiarity with or experience in conducting/collaborating on
  different phases of scientific studies (study design, data collection
  and analysis, writing, and publication).
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, ability to follow complex protocols and
  collect data accurately.
- Proven problem-solving skills and ability for independent
  decision making.
- Proven ability to work well as part of small and large teams.
- Valid First Aid and CPR by start date.
- Eligible to work in Canada.
- Employment is conditional on clean valid Class 5 driving licence, with
  minimum 3-years driving record.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience
This position may suit a variety of candidates with different levels of
experience or skill sets. Therefore, the list of desirable requirements
below covers a wide range of strengths that different candidates may
bring to the role - candidates are not expected to meet all requirements.
- Experience engaging and working with indigenous communities.
- Capable and comfortable operating ATVs and trailers.
- Familiarity or understanding of vehicle mechanics and maintenance.
- Experience in deployment and use of trail cameras.
- Experience with spatial and/or statistical software (ArcGIS, R, etc.)
- Field experience in the boreal forest or in areas with active
  forestry, oil and gas, or mining activity.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to explain
  complex scientific data.
- Recent grant writing experience.
- Proficiency in designing field data collection protocols and entry.
- Scientific writing and communication experience, including reports,
  peer reviewed publications, or conference presentations.
- Familiarity with scientific literature on grizzly bear research,
  management, and conservation.

Candidates who do not meet all requirements but believe they would be
a good fit for the job description above are encouraged to apply.

Conditions

Salary levels for this position will be dependent on education and
experience. The Grizzly Bear Monitoring project is currently envisioned to
run at least until 2028, this position would initially be for a 1-year
term with annual renewal for project duration based on performance
and funding.

fRI Research offers a flexible work schedule, hybrid work (outside of
fieldwork this is usually 2 days at home, 3 days at the office), benefits
including extended healthcare and parental leave top up, minimum of 3
weeks paid vacation, 2 personal days, 1 volunteer day, paid sick days,
and a RRSP/TFSA program.

fRI Research is an independent not-for-profit research institute
that focuses on applied research. The position is based in in Hinton,
Alberta, 20 minutes east of Jasper National Park, and 3 hours west of
Edmonton. Hinton, set amidst the stunning scenery of the Alberta Rockies,
is a community of 10,000 in the heart of a four-season recreational
paradise. Our region offers outstanding mountain biking, climbing,
hiking, and skiing opportunities, as well as plenty of arts and cultural
activities.  To Apply

Applications should include:
- Fill out this application form (in place of a cover letter).
- A copy of your resume.
Application form and further information available here:
https://friresearch.ca/news/job-opportunity-senior-biologist-with-the-grizzly-bear-monitoring-project/

Applications should be sent as a single email to Dar??o Fern??ndez-Bellon,
dfernandezbellon AT friresearch.ca with the subject line:
"Application - Wildlife Biologist2024" and attached files named as
"surname_firstname_filename".

This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will
begin on January 15, 2024.

While we appreciate the interest of all candidates for this position,
only candidates that are invited to interview will be contacted.

Dar??o Fern??ndez-Bellon
he/him
Program Lead
Grizzly Bear Monitoring Project

fRI Research | 1176 Switzer Drive, Hinton, Alberta, T7V 1V3
www.fRIResearch.ca| dfernand...@friresearch.ca | Phone: (780)
817-4580

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