The Moose and Parasite Technician will assist research studying how climate change may be impacting the prevalence of moose parasites, and how these stressors may be altering moose population dynamics and movement. This technician position serves as an opportunity to work with graduate students to gain field and lab experience working around large mammals, in rough terrains, and with parasites. Learn more about our labs’ research at Clark-Wolf Lab and Weinstein Lab!

The technician will assist with moose calf survival surveys and will utilize telemetry data of moose location to assess the number and survival of calves. Secondly, from June through mid-September, the technician will aid in setting Nzi traps to collect tabanid flies to assess the presence of arterial worms, a moose parasite. Finally, from mid-September through mid-November (depending on snowfall), the technician will conduct tick drags and identify larval ticks. Between field seasons, the technician may be asked to assist with labwork with tabanid flies. All field seasons involve detailed data collection, field navigation on foot and in a work vehicle, as well as working outside in a variety of environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, wildlife ecology, biology, or a related field at time of hire
• Experience tent camping and/or backpacking
• A positive attitude and ability to work well in a team or alone
• Willingness to work outside for long periods in uncomfortable conditions (e.g., exposure to ticks)
• Valid driver's license to perform essential job dutiessuch as driving university vehicles and transporting materials
• Ability to work the entire field season, including all week days in the fall M-F

Preferred Qualifications

• First aid and CPR certifications
• Experience with off-trail travel using navigation devices (GPS, OnX, etc.)

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV" 
• Name and contact information for 2 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application. Specifically include your experience with camping, hiking, and/or backpacking, any relevant fieldwork with large mammals or insects, and why you believe this position will support your future goals. 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (50 pounds), pushing and pulling of heavy objects, and/or hike up to 10-15 miles/day. Employees work outside and will not be protected from weather conditions, including extreme cold and extreme heat for extended periods. Employees may be required to camp outdoors overnight. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment. 

The S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is committed to enhancing lives and landscapes through education, research, and outreach. We work across biological, physical, and socioeconomic boundaries to better understand natural and managed ecosystems and to promote the ethical use of land, food, water, and economic resources. Our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for their scholarship and engage in collaborations that advance discovery and innovation across disciplines. Many hold Extension appointments that connect their research directly to communities throughout Utah. 

With a statewide network of campuses and learning centers, the college serves people in both urban and rural communities as part of the university’s land-grant mission. We foster professional collaboration within and beyond the university, and experiential learning for students at all phases of their academic path. Faculty and students benefit from Utah’s remarkable and varied landscapes, which provide unparalleled opportunities for field-based research, education, and outreach. 

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

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*updated 12/2025

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For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

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