Biology

Biological Sciences Job and Internship Board

Current Job Opportunities:

• Washington State Dept. of Agriculture Insect Pest Trapper (Seasonal)

Inspect Pest Trapper – Apple Maggot

$16.52-$20.33 per hour
June-September (Monday-Thursday)
6:30am-5:00pm
State vehicle provided
Learn GIS mapping

Survey fish and aquatic insect populations in small streams near Snoqualmie Pass to assess the effectiveness of wildlife crossing structures on I-90 for ecological connectivity.  Process (sort and identify) benthic macroinvertebrate samples in the lab.

Informational Flyer  (accessible PDF)

Contact: Dr. James at jamesp@cwu.edu.  Review of applications will begin April 15, 2024 and continue until suitable candidates are hired.

Survey small mammal populations near Snoqualmie Pass to assess the effectiveness of wildlife crossing structures on I-90 for ecological connectivity and assist graduate students with behavioral studies of chipmunks and squirrels on wildlife crossing structures. 

Informational Flyer  (accessible PDF)

Contact: Dr. Ernest at ernestk@cwu.edu.  Review of applications will begin March 29, 2024 and continue until a suitable candidate is hired.

• Washington State Dept. of Ecology Water Resources Program

Two, entry-level non-permanent job opportunities for qualified persons to assist with drought and compliance related data entry, investigations and field work.

Duration: 12 months. These non-permanent position will have the opportunity to learn from experienced CRO Water Resources compliance and permitting staff. 

Summary of Key Work:

•  Assist with data collection, GIS investigations, and database queries to support compliance efforts and drought related decisions.
• Assist with metering checks, inspections of curtailed water users or suspected illegal uses, and other field work.
• Respond to Environmental Reports Tracking System (ERTS) complaints and customer service calls related to drought.

Requirements to Participate:

Participant must meet the required qualifications of an ES1:

• A Bachelor's degree involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning, or other allied field.

OR

Four years or more of experience with the following:

• Collecting field samples or data for environmental studies.
• Compiling and presenting scientific data for use in reports or recommendations.
• Conducting research and inquiries using databases, GIS, physical files, scientific studies, etc.
• Compiling research data for uses by senior staff and management.
• Analyzing data to determine completeness and correctness and providing corrections as needed.
• Other experience that involves collecting, researching, analyzing, and summarizing environmental data.

Selection Process:

Anyone who meets the required qualifications can apply for this non-permanent appointment.

To apply, please email me a current resume and a letter of interest. Include the following information in your letter of interest:

• Why you are interested in this growth opportunity?
• What you are hoping to learn?

The selected applicant will be directly appointed. I will begin reviewing submissions as soon as they are received and accept submissions until both positions are filled. 

Questions? 
Heather Simmons, Section Manager, WA Dept. of Ecology, Water Resources Program, Central Region Office.  Email:  hsim461@ECY.WA.GOV

• Graduate Opportunities in Biology at CWU with the I-90 Socialite Pass East Project
  Fish and Wildlife Connectivity in the Washington Cascade Range  See also CWU Biology faculty and students featured in the documentary I-90 Socialite Pass East: Critter Crossings in the Cascades
   
• Mid-Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group
  MCF is a local nonprofit that supports the recovery of salmon species and enhancement of their native habitat. Jobs are posted on their website.

New Volunteer Opportunity at Mid-Columbia Fisheries

Mid-Columbia Fisheries (MCF) will be hosting a Bull Trout focused volunteer program Summer 2024, which is a new addition to their typical volunteer planting and stewardship program. 

You can think of this as less commitment than an internship, but more commitment than just a one-off volunteer event. We are requesting that volunteers commit to at least 3 activities from July-September.

• Mandatory online orientation in June (date TBD - will accommodate different schedules)
• Commitment of at least 3 activities from July-September (most days throughout the summer there will be the option to volunteer with Bull Trout Task Force crew)
• Volunteer activities include: emergency Bull Trout rescue, habitat surveys, snorkel surveys, spawning surveys, rock dam destruction, and education to forest recreationists! 
• Volunteer mileage will be reimbursed up to ~80 miles per trip(funding and number of volunteers dependent).
• Work will occur with MCF's Bull Trout Task Force and partners from agencies like Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Yakama Nation, United States Forest Service, and more! This is a great opportunity to meet local natural resource professionals and network.
• Gain outdoor skills and get to know your watershed!
  
  More information about the Bull Trout Volunteer Program

If you are interested in other volunteer events with Mid Columbia Fisheries, please see the Mid-Columbia Fisheries website.

Cooperative Education and Internships for Credit

All internships for credit are now being processed through an online application for all colleges. Paper learning agreements are no longer accepted. If you have questions, please email Career Services or call 509-963-1921

Websites to Search

• ScribeAmerica (Become a Medical Scribe)
• State of Washington Job Board
• USAJobs
• How to Land a Technician Job in Fisheries and Wildlife
• The Wildlife Society Careers Webpage
• Conservation Job Board
• DOE Sciences Undergraduate Laboratory Internships
• Biology Jobs Listed in ZipRecruiter

Other Job & Internship Listings

Career Connect Washington: Search career exploration, preparation, and on-the-job opportunities on Career Connect Washington directory a free, statewide resource for job searching.

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