JOB SUMMARY: This position is a Biological Science Technician, GS- 0404-5 working in Cambridge, Maryland for the R5-Chesapeake Marshlands NWR Complex. This is a term position expected to last 13 MONTHS but may be extended up to a total of 4 years at management's discretion. MAJOR DUTIES: As a Biological Science Technician your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Carrying out a variety of research and survey methods, analyzing established data, and monitoring environmental elements related to conservation, management, and/or control of wildlife. Surveys and observes avian populations, looking for abundance, behavior, habitat, sex and age structure, and seasonal movements. Identifies birds by sight and sound. Collecting data on hatchery populations to study health and propagation methods. Participates in multifaceted plant studies, including carrying out a variety of research and survey methods, analyzing established data, and monitoring environmental elements such as temperature, humidity, etc., and how it impacts plant health. Surveys location for invasive species populations. Works with the biologists to outline a plan to minimize or remove invasive species. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.