Bats and Wind Energy Crew Leaders Bat Conservation International (BCI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of bats and their habitats in America and around the world, seeks 3 seasonal Crew Leaders to join our research team from approximately early-June to early-October 2021. This is a great opportunity for those interested in gaining hands-on experience in scientific research. The crew leaders will be responsible for supervising approximately six field technicians conducting bat and bird fatality searches beneath wind turbines. Other responsibilities are listed below. Position Description: • Supervise field crews conducting standardized searches for bat and bird carcasses beneath wind turbines • Identify bird and bat fatalities to species • Conduct field bias trials • Quantify habitat characteristics • Enter and manage datasets • Communicate effectively with wind energy facility staff • Gain experience with deploying ultrasonic detectors and thermal came
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