The University of Montana, invites applications for a Pollinator Survey Assistant for the Center for Integrated Research on the Environment (CIRE). This position is located at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct standardized adult pollinator surveys, vegetation surveys, and habitat assessments using established scientific field protocols
• Identify common pollinator insects and flowering plants relevant to project objectives
• Collect, record, manage, and maintain accurate field data, notes, data sheets, and digital records to ensure data quality and integrity
• Utilize GPS units, mobile data collection platforms, and other field equipment to document survey observations
• Assist with field preparation, equipment maintenance, logistical support, and specialized sampling or survey activities as directed
• Collaborate effectively with project staff and field crews while working safely and completing assigned tasks independently when required
• Support additional research, monitoring, and project activities as needed

Minimum Qualifications: *for additional qualifications, please click the link at the bottom of the page

• A Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resources, Entomology, Botany, or a closely related field
• At least two (2) years of experience conducting ecological field surveys and collecting scientific data, including at least one (1) year of pollinator and plant identification experience
• Ability to clear a Department of Defense background screening and obtain visitor access to military installations
• Knowledge of ecological principles, pollinator biology, plant communities, habitat connectivity, and environmental science
• Strong skills in identifying pollinator species and plant species relevant to pollinator habitat and conservation
• Ability to accurately collect, record, and manage field data

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree (M.S.) in Ecology, Environmental Science, Entomology, Conservation Biology, Natural Resources, or a related field
• Experience conducting pollinator, vegetation, or wildlife surveys in the Midwestern United States
• Experience supporting ecological research, conservation, restoration, or monitoring projects

Position Details:

• Location: Scott Air Force Base, Illinois
• Work Schedule: Part-time, 0.5 FTE, Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm: variable due to fieldwork, about 3 months (August 1st-October 31st).
• Benefits Include: Pro-rated annual and sick leave; Public Employees Retirement (PERS) optional