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Bat Sensory Ecology Research Technician

Position Number: 6368391
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type: Science - Biology

Bat Sensory Ecology Research Technician - 37245 University Staff

Description
Bat Sensory Ecology Research Technician

Biology Department, College of Letters, Arts & Sciences

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Bat Sensory Ecology Research Technician to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery – a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary/Pay Range: $20,250 for 6 months of work. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: In the field, with the potential for remote work.

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CU Advantage

Because this appointment is temporary, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to members of the university staff under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave and you will accrue 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

Summary

The person hired for this position will help with field research and data analysis for a Department of Energy funded project investigating potential visual cues that attract bats to wind turbines.

Field research for this position will start in mid-September and last approximately one month. During this time the researcher will be camping in Humboldt Redwoods State Park in Northern California.

The cost of travel to the field site and camping fees will be covered by the grant.

The remaining work will be conducted in the Sensory and Movement Ecology Lab, run by Dr. Aaron Corcoran from October 2025 through February 2026. There is the possibility for this portion of the work to be conducted remotely.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Setting up and monitoring audio and video equipment that are part of multiple ongoing experiments.
Working at night, as late as until 2-4am, depending on the night and conditions.
Working in challenging conditions.
Walking/hiking back and forth between site locations up to ½ mile at a time.
Conducting data analysis in the Sensory and Movement Ecology lab at UCCS, headed by Dr. Aaron Corcoran. This includes manual and semi-automated review of video data, development of machine learning image analysis techniques and quantitative analysis of results.
Working with undergraduate students in the lab, who will be assisting with the project.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Qualifications

An undergraduate degree in Biology or closely related field is required.
A master's degree in biology or related field is preferred.
Field biology experience working in challenging conditions is preferred.
Experience with camera equipment and/or video analysis is preferred.
Experience with computer coding and data analysis is preferred.

Tentative Search Timeline

Priority will be given to applications submitted by: August 1^st, 2025.
Potential interview dates: Starting the week of August 8^th, 2025.
Potential start date: September 4^th, 2025.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by Sunday, August 1, 2025 by 5pm MDT will receive full consideration. Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 37245). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job-related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact, Aaron Corcoran at acorcora@uccs.edu. The successful candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States upon hire. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Unofficial transcript(s) Application Materials Instructions: To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. Cover letter describing interest in position and qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 4. University transcripts 5. List of three professional references When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category: Professional Support Services

Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40062 - LAS-Biology

Schedule: Part-time

Posting Date: Jul 8, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Aaron Corcoran Posting Contact Email: acorcora@uccs.edu Position Number: 00811325