RESEARCH ASSOCIATE III POSITION in the Lab of Thomas E Martin at The University of Montana. Research Associate sought to supervise large field crew in high elevation, remote (tent-living) forests in Arizona and manage data in Missoula, MT. $27,555/yr, plus full fringe benefits. A minimum 2 year commitment is sought, but seeking someone longer-term (4 more years of funding exists). This long-term, 24-year, study has many components - see (URL:http://www.umt.edu/mcwru/TEMWebsite/AZfieldasst.htm) Opportunities available to analyze data on own time and write senior-authored papers. During the non-field season, primary duties are to manage large data sets, and summarize and conduct quality control on data. During the field season, primary duties are to coordinate equipment and supplies, and to hire and supervise a large field crew (20-25 assts) to locate and monitor nest fate of 32 bird species, capture and band birds, video behavior at nests and quantify vegetation. Minimum of BS with 2 years of experience required, with preference given to those with MS. Preference for strong work motivation (including desire to work on personal time on publications), strong inter-personal communication skills, experience in banding and searching for nests of forest passerines, database management skills, and supervisory experience. The position requires strong familiarity with database management, including file conversion and merger. Experience with database programs (Access, Paradox) and statistical analyses (particularly SPSS), and writing queries and syntax are pluses. Review of applications will begin 1 Nov 2009, but position will remain open until suitable candidate identified. Position to begin around 15 Jan 2010. Please email THOMAS E. MARTIN (EM: tom.martin@umontana.edu) with any questions and for a copy of the vacancy announcement that explicitly lists required knowledge, skills, and abilities (also available directly at (URL:http://www.umt.edu/jobs). To apply, please submit a letter explaining background experience and career goals, curriculum vita, and 3 letters of recommendation to: The University of Montana, Office of Human Resource Services, EL Center Room 252; Missoula, MT 59812; (PH: 406-243-6760; FX: 406-243-6095; EM: staffjobs@mso.umt.edu). EEO/AA