Summer Student/Junior Wildlife Biologist

Job Title: Summer Student/Junior Wildlife Biologist

• Position Start Date/End Date: End of April to end August or September
• Location: Sylvan Lake, Alberta

Job Information:

• Duration: Summer, Full time
• Salary: Hourly plus OT
• We are recruiting for a Summer Student/Junior Wildlife Biologist position to join our team based out of Sylvan Lake, Alberta. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a field environment and who also desires to continually develop their skills in wildlife assessment and wildlife research within the consulting industry.

Job Description: Working in both a field and office environment, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to cross-train in multiple fields if desired. The position requires travel and field work throughout Western and Northern Canada. Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Bird surveys and Sharp-tailed Grouse trapping, handling, and tagging
• Wildlife research and wildlife capture programs
• Construction monitoring, nest sweeps, wildlife sweeps, habitat surveys
• Data entry and quality assurance
• Assisting other disciplines (e.g., aquatics, veg/wetlands) as required

Requirements:

• Possession of, or working toward, a biological, conservation sciences, natural resource or equivalent degree from a recognized university
• Knowledge and experience with bird ID (sight, sound, and sign)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Availability to work flexible hours as project requirements dictate
• Willing and able to travel and work in remote locations in potentially harsh weather conditions for extended periods of time (2 to 3 weeks)
• Valid class 5 driver’s license & good physical condition
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Canadian citizen

Experience Assets:

• Capture and handling of wildlife (particularly birds)
• Field experience in Western or Northern Canada, consulting experience
• GPS, compass navigation
• Data analysis, statistical analysis, GIS (QGIS or Arc GIS)
• Field equipment use and maintenance (e.g., 4x4 trucks, trailers, UTV, Argo, ATV, boats, snowmobile)

RC BioSolutions Ltd. is a professional environmental consulting services firm based in central Alberta that provides all aspects of environmental impact assessment including baseline studies and environmental monitoring in the aquatic biology and terrestrial ecology disciplines. RC Bio will provide a comprehensive health care program, paid professional development opportunities, performance bonuses, and strong mentorship from senior staff. Check out RC Bio at https://www.rcbio.ca/ or our social media pages (LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram).

Contact: Please send your resume, cover letter, and the names/contact information for three references to Richard Carson – richard.carson@rcbio.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-15
Expected start date: 2025-04-28