Description The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University invites applications for the position of Research Associate Fixed-Term in Wetlands Wildlife Ecology. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with a multifaceted multi-year project to assess waterfowl (and other wildlife) and recreational use of wetlands in Michigan. Responsibilities include: • Designing and conducting field-based research projects that will yield results to inform the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ efforts to manage created and natural wetlands. • Directing data collection and supervising field assistants. • Communicating research findings to public and professional audiences through oral presentations, peer-reviewed publications, and technical repo