Research & Technical Assistant

Part-Time Research & Technical Assistant (Wildlife Technology & International Projects)

Employer: Telemetry Solutions
Location: Concord, CA (On-site)
Hours: 15–20 hours/week
Pay: $24–$26 per hour

About Us

Telemetry Solutions designs advanced wildlife GPS tracking devices used by conservation researchers worldwide. We work with species ranging from bats to medium sized mammals across multiple continents. Our company is currently expanding international licensing partnerships and developing new collar designs based on species-specific requirements.

This part-time role is an excellent opportunity for a DVC student interested in engineering, wildlife biology, business, research, international markets, or product development.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated, highly organized student to assist with research, product development support, documentation, and international partnership scouting. You will work directly with the company owner, and your research will feed directly into active global projects.

Responsibilities

• Research how to identify promising entrepreneurs or small companies in several international markets
• Compile shortlists of candidates and summarize their potential fit for licensing agreements
• Research wildlife species commonly tracked with GPS collars in each country
• Analyze competitor collar specifications (weight, battery capacity, GPS performance, etc.)
• Work with the owner to estimate appropriate battery sizes and housing dimensions for new collar designs
• Assist with preparing CAD design instructions (no prior CAD experience required — training provided or we will outsource this)
• Help prepare documentation for overseas licensees, including:
  • Parts lists
  • Assembly instructions
  • Testing procedures
• Maintain organized spreadsheets and manage multi-step research tasks
• Perform additional related tasks as needed as the role expands 

Required Qualifications

• Strong online research skills
• Excellent written communication; ability to summarize findings clearly
• Highly organized, reliable, and self-directed
• Comfortable learning new tools and software
• Interest in wildlife, engineering, technology, or entrepreneurship
• Proficiency with Google Docs and Google Sheets and AI tools.

Preferred (Not Required)

• Exposure to CAD tools (Fusion 360, Onshape, FreeCAD, etc.)
• Experience with 3D printing or makerspace tools
• Coursework in engineering tech, biology, environmental science, business, or international studies
• Experience comparing technical products or compiling data tables
• Comfortable creating simple diagrams or annotated screenshots

What You Will Gain

• Real-world experience in product development and research
• Exposure to wildlife conservation technology
• Experience developing technical documentation and procedures
• Insight into international business and licensing strategy
• Hands-on learning with CAD and 3D printing (training provided)
• A meaningful project to showcase in your resume and interviews
• Potential for expanded responsibilities and long-term part-time work

Application Instructions

Please submit the following:

• A brief introduction, written by you. 
• Your resume
• 1–2 paragraphs describing a research project you’ve done (school or personal)
• Optional: Any relevant CAD, maker, engineering, writing, or research samples

Send applications to: quintin_kermeen@telemetrysolutions.com