Project Assistant I Biology

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world's top universities. The University has around 45 000 students and more than 8 000 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.
Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.
Work duties
We are looking for field assistants to: 1) monitor the breeding attempts in nest boxes; 2) ring adult and chick birds; 3) measure biometrics of birds and 4) daily upload of data in databases. The assistant is expected to work mainly in a team.
The work is part of the new Division D at Lund University, so ideally the candidate lives in or near Lund. The work is expected to take ca. 2 months.
The position will be based within the urban avian ecology research group led by Prof Caroline Isaksson, within the Department of Biology. More information about the group's research can be found here: https://www.biology.lu.se/caroline-isaksson
Qualifications
Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of:

• Some experience with fieldwork and handling of birds, preferably with nest box breeding birds
• Good team working skills, but also the ability to work independently.
• Good written and oral proficiency in English A driver's licence.

Other merits
We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to i.e. database experience and independence, and how the applicant's experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the division/department, as well as contribute to its future development.
Terms of employment
Fixed-term employment for 2 months full-time, starting date is 15th of April.
Contact person: Caroline.Isaksson@biol.lu.se
Instructions on how to apply
Applications should include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the employment corresponds to your qualifications. The application should also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).
The Faculty of Science conducts research and education within Biology, Astronomy, Physics, Geosciences, Chemistry, Mathematics and Environmental Science. The Faculty is organized into eight departments, gathered in the northern campus area. The Faculty has approximately 1500 students, 330 PhD students and 700 employees.