This week, we are featuring a job posting from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources for a temporary Technical Aide position (posting 865050). The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources works to enhance the quality of life for the people of Michigan and the world by advancing knowledge about agricultural needs, natural resources and food systems.

This temporary position is in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife to work with a large crew at two bird-banding stations during fall migration research. They will also maintain consistent data collection, assess the condition of captured birds and work alongside intern data collectors. Find a list of all responsibilities on the MSU Careers Website. 

Candidates applying for this temporary position should possess strong species identification skills and it is preferred that they have relevant experience in banding and identifying eastern landbirds. They will be responsible for assessing the condition of the birds and effectively communicating with visitors and answering questions. This position will go from August 13 to October 20, 2023.

To learn more about the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, canr.msu.edu/fw. To apply for this position, submit a letter of interest detailing relevant experience, a resume and three references familiar with your banding experience here by August 1.