Eric L. Walters

Postdoctoral Fellow

University of California, Berkeley

 

 

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2009 Field SeasonRyan Drobek installing an artificial granary

Field assistants are needed for ongoing long-term studies of the behavioral ecology of the cooperatively breeding Acorn Woodpecker at the Hastings Reserve in upper Carmel Valley, California. Hastings is run by the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, UC Berkeley. We have studied the behavioral ecology of color-banded Acorn Woodpeckers for close to 37 years at this site.

The research focuses on ecological constraints that may have led to the evolution of cooperative breeding. Interns will be involved in monitoring group composition, experimental manipulations, and roosting/nesting/feeding behavior.

Must be an avid hiker who is comfortable hiking up and down hills. Prior experience with birds (especially the ability to read color bands) is desirable but not required. Self-motivation, enthusiasm for the research questions, a willingness to sit in a blind for up to 3 hours per session, and an ability to tackle the rigors of field work are a must. We especially encourage those applicants that eventually wish to attend graduate school.

Positions include a modest stipend ($600/month) and housing. The experience is designed to be one of total immersion six days per week. Positions are available year round and can vary from 2-6 months in duration.


***UPDATE      Spring 2009 Positions      UPDATE***

All of our Spring 2009 positions have been filled. Next application period will be in June 2009 for our Winter 2009/2010 positions.

***UPDATE      Spring 2009 Positions      UPDATE***


 

Please include the following in your application:

  • a resumé (one page resumés are discouraged - please provide detailed descriptions of your academic, volunteer, and professional experiences);

  • a cover letter describing why you should be considered for one of our positions;

  • the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references;

  • the dates you are available to work at the Hastings Reserve;

 

PLEASE NOTE: Due to visa constraints, field assistant positions are only available to U.S. & Canadian citizens / permanent residents.

 

Send resumé or curriculum vitae (email preferred) to:

 

Dr. Eric L. Walters

Hastings Reservation

University of California, Berkeley

38601 E. Carmel Valley Road

Carmel Valley, CA 93924-9141

email: ewalters@berkeley.edu 

 

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