Terrestrial Wildlife Research Biologist 2
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
3-3 years
Compensation
$48K - $55K per year
Posted
56m ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
This role involves designing and conducting wildlife research studies, collecting and analyzing field data, and preparing scientific manuscripts for publication. The biologist will also supervise junior staff, make public presentations, and engage in extensive fieldwork, often in remote locations.
Role Overview
The Wildlife Specialist II works under the direction of the Terrestrial Research Program Manager to plan, organize, and conduct wildlife research in field, office, and laboratory settings. Responsibilities include designing studies, leading field data collection, analyzing data, preparing scientific reports and peer-reviewed manuscripts, and presenting research findings. Research topics may include wildlife surveys, population dynamics, habitat assessments, predator-prey interactions, harvest analysis, environmental inventories, and evaluating the impacts of management or development activities.
Key Responsibilities
Design wildlife research studies and prepare draft study plans to address wildlife management needs.
Conduct field surveys for large mammals, small mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, vegetation, and camera trap projects.
Perform wildlife trapping, marking, and tracking using ground and aerial telemetry.
Collect, manage, and analyze field data using statistical and spatial analysis software.
Prepare technical reports, scientific manuscripts, and research summaries.
Present research findings to scientific and public audiences.
Supervise wildlife technicians, interns, volunteers, and other assigned personnel.
Manage field logistics, maintain research equipment, and organize extended field operations.
Operate four-wheel-drive vehicles, ATVs, and other specialized wildlife research equipment.
Work in remote locations, including camping in primitive conditions for up to eight consecutive days.
Travel within and outside Arizona as required and perform other related duties.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Science or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Three years of professional experience in wildlife research or management. A relevant advanced degree may substitute for one year of experience.
Valid state-issued driver's license.
Ability to successfully complete a post-offer medical/physical examination.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of wildlife ecology, scientific methods, wildlife research and management techniques, data collection, statistical analysis, and scientific writing.
Familiarity with wildlife survey methods, habitat evaluation, telemetry, and operation of field equipment and off-road vehicles.
Experience working safely in remote and challenging environments, including overnight camping.
Proficiency in field data collection, statistical and spatial analysis, report preparation, and scientific presentations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to perform manual fieldwork, operate office technology, and travel extensively, including nights, weekends, and multi-day field assignments.
Ability to fly in fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters for wildlife surveys, captures, or habitat assessments.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in Wildlife Science or a closely related discipline.
Experience planning, designing, conducting, analyzing, and publishing scientific research projects.
Working Conditions
This position requires frequent travel, operation of specialized field equipment, extended work in remote locations, occasional weekend and holiday work, and the ability to work outdoors under varying environmental conditions. Remote work within Arizona may be available based on agency needs and performance.
Updated 56m ago
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Experience
3-3 years
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Full Time
Contract duration
Permanent
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Compensation
$48K - $55K per year
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Company
Arizona Game and Fish Department
Team size
Growing team
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting over 800 wildlife species. They manage resources for safe, compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for current and future generations, including fishing, boating, off-highway vehicle use, shooting sports, hunting, and wildlife watching.
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Terrestrial Wildlife Research Biologist 2
Phoenix, Arizona, United States • Full Time