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<h1><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Aquatic Field/Fisheries Technician (Hourly)
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Illinois Natural History Survey
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Prairie Research Institute
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking multiple (up to 8) Field technicians to conduct applied research in aquatic ecology and large river systems throughout the state
of Illinois. Technicians will assist large river ecologists in the collection of
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">standardized long-term river monitoring data with additional targeted data collection</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">.
<b><u>This position will be 40 hours per week and will be located in Havana, Illinois.
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">QUALIFICATIONS<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="punctuation-wrap:hanging"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Must have or be in the process of working toward a bachelor degree in aquatic ecology, biology, zoology or a biological related field. Candidates
must have a valid driver’s license and strong ability to swim. Preference will be given to those with experience in field collection protocols, safety protocols in relation to field work and data collection, laboratory work and large river sampling. Experience
with large boats, outboard motors, trailers, four-wheel drive vehicles, along with other fisheries, water quality, and related field equipment is preferred. Experience with standardized long-term river monitoring (LTRM) sampling protocols and training in boater
safety and laboratory safety is also preferred. </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Candidate will participate in boat electrofishing, netting and other appropriate gear types as well as be expected to perform field station
maintenance duties when needed. This position requires significant physical exertion (including carrying 50 or more pounds of gear), commitment to safety, and meticulous data recording.</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">
Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions, long days with possible nights and weekends.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Salary:
</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">$14.00 - $16.00 per hour, depending on experience<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Available:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> June 1– October 31, 2023, with potential extension to December 2023 and beyond. Starting
date can be adjusted slightly depending on candidate’s availability, including potential starting date prior to June 1.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">To Apply:
</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Email cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references to Levi Solomon at
</span><a href="mailto:soloml@illinois.edu"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">soloml@illinois.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> (Reference “IRBS Field Tech” in subject line).
<b> </b></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">For full consideration, applications should be received by<b> 03/3/2023</b><b>,
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">The U of I is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled </span><a href="http://go.illinois.edu/EEO"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">http://go.illinois.edu/EEO</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">
that participates in the federal </span><a href="https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">e-Verify</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">
program and participates in a background check program focused on </span><a href="https://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/background-checks.html"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">prior criminal</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">
or </span><a href="https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">sexual misconduct history</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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