Experience with identification of fringe footed lizard, and herpetofauna of southern California. The surveys involve hiking up and down steep and heavily vegetated and/or rocky terrain in remote areas for much of the day and hiking in streams on uneven and slippery terrain. Possible hazards include rattlesnakes, biting insects, spiders, poison oak, and cactus. Experience with driving 4WD vehicles, computer and file management, field methods, and techniques for conducting research on amphibian and small mammal populations is desirable. Applicants must be able to navigate in the field using a map and/or GPS and experience collecting data is a plus. Incumbent will be required to work both independently and as a team member. Incumbent will be expected to enter data into spreadsheets and databases, and compile and organize field data. Applicants must be willing to work long hours, early mornings and weekends as needed.

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