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Specialist will be responsible for assisting Virginia Tech Conservation Management Institute (VTCMI) Principal Investigators on various wildlife research, management, and conservation related projects. Specialists will work as part of a team to collect field data on a variety of natural resources, ecological, and conservation related research topics including but not limited to vegetation/habitat composition, pollinators, aquatic resources, bats, and avian species. Specialists will also perform basic data summaries and geospatial analysis, QA/QC of field data, and assist in summarizing findings.

1. A B.S. in Forestry, Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Wildlife Sciences, or related field.
2. Experience working with a team to conduct field surveys.
3. Experience and knowledge in identifying common terrestrial taxa in the Mid-Atlantic and southeast.
4. Experience with genetic sampling, DNA extractions, processing and analyzing, and interpreting DNA samples for freshwater mussel populations and taxonomy.
5. Must be willing to work in adverse weather and field conditions.
6. Valid Drivers’ License, and ability to pass background checks to work on military installations required.
7. Experience with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Access) Global Positioning Systems, and ESRI based GIS software required.
8. Must be willing to receive rabies vaccinations

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Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Restricted

40

10/12/2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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