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Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Obtain harvest data for black bear and other wildlife species from state, provincial, and territorial jurisdictions across North America. Conduct harvest analyses using black bear as a focal species for and apply these analytical approaches to other harvested wildlife species in North America including success rates, demography (e.g., sex and age) of harvested population, as well as food provisioning and economic valuations.

Direct experience working with state or provincial wildlife agencies on wildlife harvest management. Strong oral and written communication skills. Good organizational abilities and strong attention to detail and accuracy of data. Programming skills in GIS and R for data visualization, spatial analyses, and modeling.

Desired Qualifications

Completion or near completion of terminal degree in wildlife conservation, wildlife management, or similar field. Strong publication record in wildlife sciences including evidence of senior authorship in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

 Cover letter, CV, 3 professional references

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.