Bat Biologist (Field Based)

10 days ago
Full time role
In-person · Indianapolis, IN, US... more

ERM is hiring a Permitted Bat Biologist for upcoming projects in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio.  Biologists will conduct acoustic surveys for bats and analyze bat recordings.  This is a fixed-term, full-time (40+ hours) role with a duration of 6 months.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct Mist-Net and Acoustic Surveys for listed bat species
  • Conduct Radio Telemetry
  • Conduct roost emergence counts.
  • Maintain and organize equipment.
  • Prepare daily progress reports.
  • Coordinate with site personnel on a daily basis
  • This position will require a long-term field deployment and frequent long-distance travel.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in science or related field.
  • USFWS Collecting Permit for northern long-ear, Indiana, gray, and tri-color bats
  • 1-2 years of Bat survey experience.
  • Positive and effective communication with project or task managers.
  • Effective technical writing and oral communication skills.
  • Problem solving and decision making skills.
  • Detail-oriented, responsible, well organized, professional, and self-motivated.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
  • Pre-exposure rabies vaccination and proof of recent titer.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!