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REVISED - NYC Stopover Biology - Banding Assistants, Birders, Volunteers Needed
BANDING ASSISTANTS (2), FORAGING OBSERVATIONS BIRDER (1), FORAGING
OBSERVER VOLUNTERS (1-2), AND TRANSECT SURVEY VOLUNTEERS (1-2) NEEDED to
help with graduate student research on urban and suburban stopover
sites of migratory birds in New York City. Banding assistants band/bleed
birds from sunrise until 4 hours after sunrise 4-5 mornings per week
from April 9 - May 25. Foraging observations birder observes 4 plots
near the banding site for 1 hour each on the same mornings that we band.
Volunteers survey transects, help record foraging observations data,
and may also help with habitat assessment. Field sites are located in
Bronx County and Westchester County.
REQUIREMENTS FOR BANDING ASSISTANTS: Available for the entire period
from April 9 - May 25 (dates slightly flexible), able to provide own
housing and transportation, some bird handling/bleeding/banding
experience (and strong desire to learn/improve these skills while always
putting the safety of the birds first), field experience, and good
attitude.
REQUIREMENTS FOR FORAGING OBSERVATIONS BIRDER: Available for the entire
period from April 9 - May 25 (dates slightly flexible), able to provide
own housing and transportation, bird identification skills, ideally some
plant identification skills, field experience, and good attitude.
REQUIREMENTS FOR VOLUNTEERS: Available at least some mornings from April
9 - May 25, able to provide own housing and transportation, ideally
some bird/plant/insect identification skills (or strong desire to
learn), ideally some field experience, and good attitude.
I CAN OFFER IN RETURN: Lots of field experience in a laid-back setting.
Former field assistants have gone on to graduate school as well as to
more permanent field positions. These positions are great opportunities
to gain experience in the fields of conservation biology, urban ecology,
and field ornithology. For banding assistants and the foraging
observations birder, I will provide a $500 honorarium at the end of the
season.
TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter outlining relevant
experience, and contact information for 3 references via e-mail to
Rachel Bricklin, Department of Biological Sciences, Fordham University
(bricklin AT fordham.edu). Please indicate whether you are applying for a
banding assistant, foraging observations birder, or volunteer position.
Rachel B. Bricklin
Ph.D. Candidate in Biology
Department of Biological Sciences
Fordham University
Bronx, NY
Posted 2/10/12
College Internship in Suburban Ecology: 2012
Mianus River Gorge Preserve
Program Description
The MRGP is offering 3 internship positions for undergraduate students
interested in protecting and conserving protected areas in urbanizing
landscapes.
• Stipend: $100/week or combination of school credit and stipend (depending on university requirements).
• 8 week internships. Longer internships may be available upon request. Internships will run from June to July
• Each intern will work alongside MRGP staff on a variety of projects
including wildlife monitoring, non-native species management, and GIS
applications. Interns will also be asked to assist in routine preserve
husbandry and data management.
• Special Research Projects for 2012:
o Using lures to improve the quality of camera trap photos
o Camera trapping coyotes in NYC parks
o Wildflower Restoration
o Constructing and monitoring deer exclosures
o Millipede diet and ecology
Applicant Eligibility
• All undergraduate students are eligible to apply. While we do not
require applicants to major in a particular discipline, exposure to the
fields of ecology, environmental science, or geography is encouraged.
• Students must enjoy working outdoors and be capable of long work days in the field.
• Students need to demonstrate an interest in learning about how to
manage and to conserve protected areas in human-altered landscapes.
Application Process
• Please fill-out the attached application and submit along with 1
letter of recommendation and your CV/resume. Applicant may be
contacted for a phone interview.
Questions?
Contact Mark Weckel: mweckel@mianus.org
Posted 2/10/12
Channel Islands National Park Kelp Forest Monitoring Biological Technician Positions open Feb 02 - 21 2012
Channel Islands National Park's Kelp forest monitoring Biological Technician positions have been posted on www.USAJOBS.gov and will be open until Feb 21, 2012.
A simple search on that web page for Channel Islands National
Park, should direct you to the full position description and application
process. Partial description copied below.
Also, we are accepting applications for two Student Conservation
Association Internships who will be working on the monitoring program.
Please see AAUS newsletter for the description.
David Kushner
Marine Biologist
Channel Islands National Park
1901 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 658-5773
David_kushner@nps.gov
Job Title: Biological Science Technician (Fisheries), GS-0404-05 (HRF 12-077)
Department: Department Of The Interior
Agency: National Park Service
Job Announcement Number:HRF 12-077 (SR602693)
SALARY RANGE: $34,881.00 to $45,341.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, February 02, 2012 to Tuesday, February 21, 2012
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0404-05
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POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Seasonal NTE 1039 hours
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancy(s) - Ventura County, CA United States
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
United States
Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens
This vacancy announcement has been modified to extend the closing date to Tuesday, February 21, 2012.
The employees of the National Park Service care for the special places
that are the heritage of all Americans. Since its inception in
1916, the National Park Service has been dedicated to the preservation
and management of this country's outstanding natural, historical, and
recreational resources.
Experience Your America and build a fulfilling career by joining the
National Park Service. The National Park Service preserves
unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national
park system for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and
future generations.
This is an announcement for a temporary seasonal position, with
full-time work not to exceed 1039 hours in a service year. Under
this type of appointment, selectee(s) may be eligible for rehire in
future seasons.
Number of Vacancies: We expect to fill 2 vacancies at this time;
however, this announcement may be used to fill additional similar
vacancies.
Full Performance Level: GS-05
Please read the entire announcement before you apply. To view the
entire announcement, select "Print Preview" at the right hand side of
this screen.
KEY
REQUIREMENTS
U.S.
Citizenship is required.
Pre-employment background investigation is required.
Pre-employment National Agency Check (NAC) must be completed.
Must provide Social Security Number to be considered.
All supporting documents must be received by the closing date.
DUTIES:
Incumbent assists in Channel Islands National Park's long-term
ecological kelp forest monitoring project that is used to determine the
status of living marine resources. Incumbent collects data on
population dynamics of over 70 species or groups of marine taxa,
including fish, invertebrates and algae. Most data is collected
underwater using SCUBA and surface-supplied air diving techniques to
perform up to nine specialized monitoring protocols using a vessel as a
platform. Incumbent will use micro-computers to enter data
collected in the field and to prepare data for analysis. Maintains,
purchases, repairs, and organizes dive equipment, sampling equipment and
food for 5-day, offshore monitoring cruises and other trips.
Work involves multi-day (up to 8 days, but typically 5 or less) research
cruises on 30-60ft vessels with up to 10 people, and may include 11 or
more cruises per year. Divers typically make up to five dives per
day in waters temperatures ranging from 50-72 F. Most dives are
conducted at depths less than 60ft and are often in dense kelp forests.
Travel and dive conditions are often rough as some of the
monitoring sites are in exposed areas or up to one mile offshore.
Work is expected to begin May 7th and end November 3rd, 2012.
ADDITIONAL
DUTY LOCATION INFORMATION:
Position Location: Channel Islands National Park, Ventura, California.
Please visit http://www.nps.gov/chis for area information.
Area
Information:
The five Channel Islands that comprise the Channel Islands National Park
are Anacapa, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa and San Miguel
islands, ranging in distance from 14 to 58 miles offshore from Ventura,
CA. There are no commercial services on the islands and telephone
service is limited to spotty cell phone coverage. Ventura California is
70 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbara.
Shopping facilities, hospitals, schools and colleges and other services
are available within a 15 mile radius. Year round daytime temperatures
average 70 degrees.
For specific area and housing information, or information
directly pertaining to vacancy status, contact: David Kushner,
Biologist, (805)658-5773
SELECTIVE
FACTOR:
Selective Factor (MANDATORY): SCUBA Certification. Selectees
must possess a current open water or scientific diving certification
from a recognized organization such as PADI or NAUI, and be able to meet
the National Park Service diving requirements within 30 days of
entrance on duty and have a minimum of 100 cold water, open ocean kelp
forests dives logged.
Posted 2/9/12
Native Seed Technician
The Great Basin Institute is working cooperatively with the Bureau of
Land Management Southern Nevada District Office to conduct seed
collecting activities throughout BLM Southern Nevada District lands. Two
Technicians will be hired to support current, on-going, and future
restoration efforts. Specific tasks include:
• Scouting and identifying populations of target plant species suitable for the program;
• Mapping and GPSing populations of target plant species;
• Monitoring the phenology of target plant populations to identify optimal seed collection times;
• Collecting seed from wild land native plant
populations and completing SOS data forms in accordance with the Seeds
of Success (SOS) Technical Protocol; and
• Taking herbarium vouchers, and processing and shipping seed as necessary.
Technicians are responsible for reporting on accomplishments and
providing recommendations for further work. As well, Technicians may
delineate and map potential restoration sites, and/or participate in
restoration program activities.
Compensation and Timeline:
o Rate of Pay: $8,125 living allowance + $2,775 education award
o March 5, 2012 - August 31, 2012
o Full time, 40 hours per week (overtime may be required occasionally)
Location:
The technicians will be based out of the BLM Southern Nevada District
office, which is located in northwest Las Vegas, NV. The Southern Nevada
District Office manages more than three million acres of Mojave Desert
in Clark and Nye counties. The scenery varies from dramatically colorful
geologic landforms and largely unspoiled panoramic vistas of Red Rock
Canyon National Conservation Area to remote and rugged wild landscapes
of Gold Butte Back Country Byway. Recreation opportunities abound and
viewing sites for desert plants and animals are easily accessible.
Qualifications:
o Bachelor's degree with coursework and field
experience related to biology, botany, plant science, or related field;
o Experience identifying plants using taxonomic keys or familiarity with Mojave Desert plants;
o Experience using hand-held GPS equipment for data collection and navigation;
o Ability to read and navigate using topographic maps and a compass;
o Understanding and/or experience using ArcView GIS software, helpful;
o Willingness and ability to work in harsh,
ever-changing desert conditions, including extreme temperatures,
independently or as part of a team;
o Ability to bend and stoop for long periods of time while collecting seed;
o Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience;
o Willingness to camp in remote, undeveloped sites for multiple days;
o Valid, state-issued driver's license and familiarity driving 4WD vehicles on- and off-road;
o Experience operating All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) on difficult terrain helpful; and
o Meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1) U.S.
citizenship or legal resident alien status, (2) must be at least 17
years of age and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or
GED (or be willing to achieve this before using education award), (3)
eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limit of four in a
lifetime, or equivalent of two full-time terms of service), and (4) pass
National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) and federal criminal
background checks.
How to Apply:
Applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé,
and a list of three professional references to Stacy Mitchell, Great
Basin Institute HR Assistant, at smitchell@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Please include where you found this position posted.
This position is available to all, without regard to race, color,
national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political
affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.
Posted 2/9/12
Wetland Ecology Field Technicians - Colorado
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) at Colorado State
University (CSU) seeks 4 to 6 experienced field technicians for summer
field work assessing the condition of wetlands throughout the lower
South Platte River Basin. All positions require field botany or ecology
skills. Knowledge of plant taxonomy and species identification required.
Preferred qualifications include experience in wetland or riparian
ecology, knowledge of local flora, and familiarity performing field work
for long days (10+ hours). Fieldwork will take place in randomly
selected wetlands in urban areas, agricultural areas, and more remote
natural areas as part of a river basin scale wetland condition and
wildlife habitat assessment. Standard duties will involve driving and
hiking to field sites; in-field plant identification and in-office plant
identification with a microscope; extensive collection of vegetation,
soil, wildlife habitat, and environmental data; detailed completion of
field survey forms; and landowner interactions. Salary range: $2000 -
$2600/month, plus per diem. Timeframe: 3-5 months (approx. mid-May-Sept
2012).
To apply and view a complete position description, please visit: http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/employment-opportunities.html. First consideration of applicants will begin February 19, 2011.
Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Colorado
State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.
CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.
Posted 2/9/12
Veg. Internship: NPS, San Francisco Bay Area
Position: Vegetation Internship
Organization: National Park Service, Inventory & Monitoring Program, San Francisco Area Network
Location: Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA)
Application Due Date: February 13, 2012
Start Date: March 19, 2012
Job description: The San Francisco Bay Area Network of National
Parks is seeking one intern to assist with the implementation of a
long-term vegetation monitoring program. The intern will work
primarily in GGNRA and Point Reyes National Seashore, but will also make
visits to Pinnacles National Monument, Muir Woods N.M., and John Muir
Historic Site. The primary duties include locating sampling sites
chosen for long-term monitoring with use of a GPS, identifying and
mapping vegetation types, installing permanent sampling markers, taking
photographs, and summarizing site conditions and access routes in a
reference document. Interns will also conduct vegetation sampling.
All sites are off trail in mostly undisturbed natural vegetation.
Interns must be able to work full days in sometimes difficult field
conditions. Field work may occur in rugged terrain, under adverse
weather conditions, with exposure to poison-oak, ticks, spiders,
rattlesnakes, and stinging or biting insects. Protective equipment
will be provided; however, please do not apply if you have any
hesitation about the field conditions. Office work will involve
data entry on a computer approximately two days a week. Interns
are provided $250 every two weeks. Housing is also provided in the
Golden Gate National Recreation Area at the Marin Headlands.
There is no other compensation.
Term: The 2011 internship will start in March and end in September
2012, but may be extended depending on funds and work load.
To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references via email to Robert Steers at Robert_Steers@nps.gov
Preference will be given to applicants who have taken courses in plant
taxonomy, field botany, vegetation sampling, plant ecology, or other
vegetation science courses. Please specify in your application if
you have relevant course work. Preference will also be given to
applicants with prior experience studying or working in California Coast
Range plant communities. A valid driver's license is required.
A background check must be completed if you are selected for this
position.
For more information about the San Francisco Bay Area Parks, please visit: http://www.sfnps.org/
Posted 2/9/12
Opportunity for field assistant
Graduate student studying the vegetation of the White River in western
South Dakota seeking field assistant for the 2012 field season.
The White River is one of the country's longest undammed rivers; running
from northwestern Nebraska, through the South Dakota Badlands to
Chamberlain, South Dakota where it enters the Missouri River at Lake
Francis Case. Because of its remote location there has been very little
research on the river or its riparian vegetation. Assistant will aid in
vegetation sampling and classification of sites located on the river
throughout South Dakota.
Requirements: BS or current enrollment in university coursework in
botany, ecology, forestry, or related field; experience in botanical
surveys, including use of a dichotomous key, and ability to identify (or
learn to identify) trees and shrubs of the Great Plains; ability to
work and camp under arduous conditions in remote locations; driver's
license.
Preferred: Knowledge of South Dakota/Great Plains flora, experience with
GPS, experience working in remote locations, experience with Geographic
Information System software.
Assistant will be paid $9.38/hour for 40 hours a week. The field season
is expected to run from May 29th through mid to late August (maximum of
480 hours or $4500). Housing will be provided over the summer; split
between Chamberlain and Cottonwood, South Dakota. The assistant will be
funded through the University of South Dakota.
Applicants should email a cover letter and a copy of their resume/CV with 3 references to Alex Cahlander-Mooers at alex.cahlandermooers@usd.edu. Feel free to email with any questions about the position.
Posted 2/9/12
Biological Technician needed
Ecology/ Botany Field Technician Positions
Malheur, Ochoco, Umatilla, and Wallowa-Whitman National Forests
Based out of Baker City, OR
The U.S. Forest Service will be hiring 1-2 temporary biological
technicians for the 2012 field season based out of Baker City OR.
Technicians will assist with data collection on white-headed woodpecker
plots and fire ecology plots from late-April through the end of
September (dates are somewhat flexible). Appropriate training will be
provided. Positions will require: Doing a variety of vegetation and
fuels measurements, keying unknown plant species, installing and
maintaining research plots, carrying a heavy pack with field and safety
gear, hiking through rough terrain, using a GPS unit to navigate to and
record field locations, using a PDA for certain types of data entry,
driving Forest Service vehicles on paved and dirt roads, frequent
camping, and working with others on a small field crew. There will be
considerable travel and camping throughout northeastern Oregon. A
strong interest in botany and/or ecology is required. Must be able to
work with a small field crew in a variety of physical conditions, have a
positive attitude, good work ethic, and enjoy field work, hiking, and
camping. These are full-time positions.
The Area: Baker City has a rich and colorful history of gold mining,
timber production, and ranching, as well as being a stop on the Oregon
Trail. The population is approximately 10,000. Surrounded to the west by
the Elkhorn Mountains and to the northeast by the Wallowa Mountains,
Baker City has an elevation of approximately 3,500 feet. Opportunities
for outdoor recreational activities are plentiful and within easy
access. Baker City is located on Interstate 84 within 2 hours of the Tri
Cities in Southeast Washington (Pasco, Richland, and Kennewick) and
within 2 hours of Boise, Idaho.
Dates: Late-April through the end of September. Dates are somewhat flexible.
Location: Baker City, OR. Housing is not provided.
Pay: GS-5 ($15/hour) for info about GS level qualifications: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/IORs/gs0400/0404.htm
APPLICANTS
Apply through AVUE for the Bio Tech (Plants) and/ or the Bio Tech
(Natural Resources) position with Baker City, OR as your selected
location.
* Go to the AVUE site at https://www.avuecentral.com/
*
Click
on Applicants > Search for Jobs > Search by Filters >
Announcement Number
*
Enter
announcement number OCRT-404-5-PLANT-DT or OCRT-404-5-NATRES-DT
*
Complete
your AVUE application online and attach the required supporting
documents.
Applications due February 23, 2012
Contact: Jenifer Ferriel, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, 1550
Dewey Ave. P.O. Box 907 Baker City, OR 97814, 541-523-1362 (office) or
541-519-4597 (cell), jlferriel@fs.fed.us
Posted 2/9/12
Applications due Feb. 14! Seasonal GS-04 Biotech position with Northeast EPMT
The Northeast Exotic plant Management Team, located in Delaware Water
Gap NRA, is looking for a seasonal biological science technician,
GS-0404-04, to join its team from early May through early October. Work
involves in the inventory and control of invasive exotic plants in
national parks located in PA, NJ, NY, CT and MA.
Go to the following website to view the job description and directions on how to apply: http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/308467300?share=email
Or go to www.usajobs.gov and search on the Job Announcement Number: GETT-12-63DEU
This announcement is only open from Feb. 8th through Feb. 14th !!
Posted 2/9/12
LUMCON 2012 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program Application Deadline FEBRUARY 15th
The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) invites
undergraduates to apply for our NSF-sponsored, 2012 REU program in
Interdisciplinary Research Experiences in Changing Coastal Environments.
We are recruiting highly motivated undergraduates from around the
country interested in gaining hands-on research experience.
Successful applicants will receive a $5000 stipend, room and board
at the Marine Center, funds to support transportation to and from
LUMCON, and research and small boat use funds.
Each student will spend ten weeks (May 28th - August 3rd) at LUMCON
conducting independent research projects with guidance from scientific
mentors/mentor teams while interacting with peers participating in other
aspects of LUMCON's summer field program. Each student is paired
with a scientific mentor based on mutual research interests. Areas
of research for this summer include biogeochemistry, benthic ecology,
coastal geology, coastal hypoxia, wetland science, ecosystem ecology,
fisheries and aquaculture, phytoplankton ecology, and Gulf Oil Spill
impacts.
The program is open to current undergraduates (typically rising juniors
and seniors) who are US citizens or permanent residents. Students
from underrepresented groups in science, from small colleges, and first
generation college students are encouraged to apply. Applications
are due February 15, 2011. More information about the program and application materials can be found at http://www.lumcon.edu/REU. Prospective applicants may also send questions to reu@lumcon.edu.
LUMCON, located in Cocodrie, LA, was formed in 1979 to coordinate and
stimulate Louisiana's activities in marine research and education and is
situated within a dynamic coastal habitat that inspires a myriad of
research questions along a freshwater to saltwater continuum.
LUMCON faculty and their research teams focus on a variety of
related research themes across these diverse habitats, including
river/ocean interactions, coastal productivity, delta formation and
degradation, human and environmental impacts (including the immediate
and long-term impacts of the recent Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill), and
organismal ecology. LUMCON's setting combined with expertise of
the faculty and mentor pool provide a unique opportunity for REU
students to participate in a scientific research and professional
mentoring program that interfaces fundamental research questions
in dynamic coastal ecosystems to science-based policy and management
activities.
Posted 2/8/12
Upland Monitoring Technician- Battle Mountain
The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land
Management Mount Lewis Field Office, is recruiting experienced rangeland
botanists and/or ecologists to conduct upland monitoring across public
lands. The Upland Monitoring Technician will gain valuable experience
and professional development while collaborating with a federal land
management agency. The Technician will work cooperatively as part of a
multi-disciplinary rangeland monitoring team to provide key information
for upcoming BLM rangeland health evaluations. The Technician will
employ standard BLM monitoring protocols, including: utilization, use
pattern mapping, ecological site inventory, vegetative cover, density,
and production data. These monitoring data will be utilized to determine
the effectiveness of Emergency Stabilization and Rehabilitation
seedings after wildfires, which are a growing challenge to rangeland
health. Additionally, these important data will inform approaches to
maintain, restore, and improve upland resource values to achieve a
healthy and productive ecological condition in the region.
Contract length: April 2, 2012 - September 30, 2012 (potential for extension pending funding and positive performance review)
Rate of Pay: $15.00/hour
Benefits: Medical and dental, travel per diem, paid personal leave, training opportunities
Location: Battle Mountain, NV - located approximately 220 miles east of
Reno and 300 miles west of Salt Lake City, UT - is a boom-and-bust
mining town situated on the northern edge of the District's land along
Interstate 80. The Battle Mountain District Office is responsible for
managing approximately 10.5 million acres; the Mount Lewis Field Office
is responsible for approximately half of the total acreage. The
District's lands are typical of basin-and-range topography and Great
Basin Desert habitat. Opportunities for fishing, camping and hiking are
numerous within central Nevada's mountain ranges and valleys.
Duties:
In addition to field sampling and data collection as outlined below,
general duties include providing written documentation of data,
conclusions, and recommendations to maintain and/or improve watershed
and vegetative conditions; coordination with the public, interest
groups, state and county agencies, and other federal land management
offices to share information and knowledge necessary to effectively
maintain and/or improve public land watersheds. GBI is seeking an
associate to fill the monitoring technician position that will perform
the following duties:
1. Plant Identification - Plant and plant community identification,
including expertise on upland range plant taxonomy and ecology common
throughout the Great Basin. Responsible for the
identification of individual plants, describing existing and potential
plant communities using soil survey information, interpreting
vegetation, and successional sequences.
2. Soil Identification - Identification of soils, use of soil surveys,
determine soils grouped into the site, identify landscape and soil
factors, and determine existing or potential erosional factors. This
information would be utilized to aid in determining site potential and
evaluation of current conditions.
3. Upland Monitoring Studies - Utilizing plant and soil
identification skills, the Technician will be responsible for conducting
upland monitoring studies under established BLM protocols. Monitoring
will consist of double-weight sampling, ecological site inventory,
utilization, use pattern mapping, cover, and density techniques. Duties
may also consist of conducting livestock compliance checks, which
provide information on livestock placement and movement as it relates to
annual authorized use. This information will be utilized to evaluate
the effectiveness of grazing management on the public lands.
Qualifications:
* Applicants should have a combination of educational and field experience related to the position of interest;
* An understanding of basic principles related to the fields of botany and/or soil science;
* Experience working in Great Basin Desert and knowledge of Great Basin
ecology, including dominant fauna and vegetation communities;
* Ability to navigate and collect data using handheld GPS units required;
* Ability to use a compass and read a topographical map;
* Experience working with ArcGIS desirable;
* Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver's license;
* Ability to operate a 4WD vehicle on- and off-road;
* Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience; and
* The successful applicant must be physically fit to work outdoors,
carry personal and field equipment, and withstand the rigors of the
Great Basin in the summer, fall and/or early winter.
How to Apply:
Applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé,
and a list of three profession references to Bridget Walden, Great Basin
Institute Recruitment Specialist at bwalden@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Please include where you found this position posted.
This position is available to all, without regard to race, color,
national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political
affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.
Posted 2/7/12
Upland Monitoring Technician- Tonopah
The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land
Management Tonopah Field Office, is recruiting an experienced rangeland
botanist, biologist and/or ecologist to conduct upland monitoring across
public lands. The Upland Monitoring Technician will gain valuable
experience and professional development while collaborating with a
federal land management agency. Using standard BLM protocols, the
Technician will work independently or as a member of a team conducting
habitat restoration, biological surveys or other necessary field work.
Additionally, the Technician will interact with and support BLM
professional biologists by reviewing, cataloging, performing literature
review, and extracting and compiling data critical for resource
management initiatives and reporting.
The Technician will spend the majority of their time performing
fieldwork, requiring many hours walking through uplands and wetlands and
walking or driving vehicles over rough terrain to conduct wildlife
censuses in upland or wetland habitats. The work schedule will
include some overnight hours. Other tasks may include: GPS mapping, GIS
data management and map production, collecting water quality and weather
data, data entry, and maintaining extensive field notes.
Contract length: April 2, 2012 - September 30, 2012; potential for extension pending funding and positive performance review
Rate of Pay: $15.00/hour
Benefits: Medical and dental, travel per diem, paid personal leave, training opportunities
Location: Tonopah, NV - located approximately 238 miles southeast of
Reno and 215 miles north of Las Vegas, NV - is a boom-and-bust mining
town situated on the southern edge of the District's land along Highway
95. The Battle Mountain District Office is responsible for managing
approximately 10.5 million acres; the Tonopah Field Office is
responsible for approximately half of the total acreage. The District's
lands are typical of basin-and-range topography and Great Basin desert
habitat. Recreational opportunities abound within a 100-mile radius of
Tonopah, including Boundary Peak Wilderness to the west, Toiyabe
National Forest to the north and Death Valley National Monument to the
south.
Duties:
In addition to field sampling and data collection as outlined below,
general duties include providing written documentation of data,
conclusions, and recommendations to maintain and/or improve watershed
and vegetative conditions; coordination with the public, interest
groups, state and county agencies, and other federal land management
offices to share information and knowledge necessary to
effectively maintain and improve public land watersheds. GBI is seeking
an associate to fill the Technician position that will perform the
following duties:
1. Plant Identification - Plant and plant community identification,
including expertise on upland range plant taxonomy and ecology common
throughout the Great Basin. Responsible for the identification of
individual plants, describing existing and potential plant communities
using soil survey information, interpreting vegetation, and successional
sequences.
2. Soil Identification - Identification of soils, use of soil surveys,
determine soils grouped into the site, identify landscape and soil
factors, and determine existing or potential erosional factors. This
information will be utilized to aid in determining site potential and
evaluation of current conditions.
3. Upland Monitoring Studies - Utilizing plant and soil
identification skills, the monitoring technician will be responsible for
conducting upland monitoring studies under established BLM protocol.
Monitoring will consist of double-weight sampling, ecological site
inventory, utilization, use pattern mapping, cover, and density
techniques. Duties may also consist of conducting livestock compliance
checks, which provide information on livestock placement and movement as
it relates to annual authorized use. This information will be used to
evaluate the effectiveness of grazing management on the public lands.
4. Wildlife Monitoring - Conduct wildlife surveys, including Toiyabe
Spotted Frog, Amargosa Toad, and breeding bird and lek surveys of
Greater Sage-Grouse species using established monitoring protocols.
Qualifications:
* Applicants should have a combination of educational and field experience related to the position of interest;
* Must possess excellent communication and organizational skills,
including the ability to accurately and completely collect and record
field data and observations;
* An understanding of basic principles related to the fields of botany and/or soil science;
* Experience working in Great Basin Desert and knowledge of Great Basin
ecology, including dominant fauna and vegetation communities;
* Ability to navigate and collect data using handheld GPS units;
* Ability to use a compass and read a topographical map;
* Experience working with ArcGIS, desirable;
* Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver's license;
* Ability to operate a 4WD vehicle on- and off-road;
* Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience; and
* The successful applicant must be physically fit to work outdoors,
carry personal and field equipment, and withstand the rigors of the
Great Basin in the summer, fall and early winter.
How to Apply:
Applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé,
and a list of three profession references to Bridget Walden, Great Basin
Institute HR Coordinator, at bwalden@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Please include where you found this position posted.
This position is available to all, without regard to race, color,
national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political
affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.
Posted 2/7/12
ACE-REU at Georgia Tech
We will be hosting 10 NSF-REU participants this summer at Georgia Tech
focusing loosely on the theme of Aquatic Chemical Ecology. We
would like to ask for your help in publicizing this program to
undergraduates.
Our program website is http://www.biology.gatech.edu/undergraduate-program/reu/ including program details, application process, and contact information.
Our research theme of Aquatic Chemical Ecology has 3 core areas of
research from which students can choose: Biological and geochemical
transformations of chemicals in aquatic ecosystems; Sensory biology and
ecology of aquatic chemical communication; Ecological roles and
consequences of chemicals in aquatic environments. This program is
an excellent choice for undergraduates majoring in any field of
biology, chemistry, earth/ocean science, civil engineering,
environmental engineering, chemical engineering, and related
bioengineering areas who want to apply their classroom learning to an
interdisciplinary research environment to solve complex scientific
problems and learn about the importance of chemically-mediated
processes.
The application deadline is February 15, 2012.
The full-time, 10-week program will start in late May and run
until the end of July. Participants will receive a stipend of
$4500 plus accommodations with kitchen facilities in university housing,
and help with travel expenses to and from Atlanta.
Students can go to our website to get more information and to apply.
Any U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is currently enrolled
in an undergraduate degree program is eligible, unless they have already
been part of an NSF-REU program in Ocean Sciences or unless they will
graduate before this summer. We are particularly interested in
increasing our proportion of minority students and in reaching students
at non-PhD granting universities.
Additional resources at Georgia Tech for participants will include:
http://www.omed.gatech.edu/redux/ - Office of Minority Education and Development
http://www.womenscenter.gatech.edu/ - Women's Resource Center
http://www.adapts.gatech.edu/ - Access Disabled Assistance Program
Posted 2/7/12
Summer undergrad micro research at UNLV
The UNLV summer Research Experience for Undergraduates program in
Environmental Microbiology is now accepting applications. The majority
of our past participants were from smaller institutions with limited
research opportunities and several became co-authors on publications.
Students receive a $5,000 salary, a travel subsidy ($500), and
complimentary housing in a UNLV dormitory. The program dates are June 4
to Aug 10, 2012.
Please see the list of mentors and the on-line application at http://faculty.unlv.edu/microreu.
A complete application includes a one-page statement of interest,
transcripts (unofficial are fine), and one letter of recommendation from
a scientist.
The deadline for applications is Friday March 9, 2012.
Interested students may contact me for additional information. First
generation college students, nontraditional students, members of
groups under-represented in science and Post-9/11 veterans are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Kurt Regner, Ph.D.
School of Life Sciences
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
4505 Maryland Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89154-4004
microreu@unlv.edu
http://faculty.unlv.edu/microreu/
UNLV is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity educator and employer
committed to excellence through diversity.
ONLY COMPLETE
APPLICATIONS PACKETS WILL BE EVALUATED. Transcripts and one letter of
recommendation, must reach UNLV by the deadline (Friday March 9, 2012).
Posted 2/7/12
Volunteer interns needed for research on eco-evo interactions in tropical streams
Research interns are needed to assist in a multi-disciplinary,
multi-investigator, experimental study ecology and evolution in
Trinidad. The research is led by Professor David Reznick at the
University of California, Riverside. We seek to integrate multiple
biological fields for the study of the interactions between ecological
and evolutionary processes in Trinidadian streams. Duties of the
position include assisting in monthly censuses of fish populations
(guppies) in montane streams. The monthly censuses include long hours of
laboratory time. Qualifications: We seek interns who are
entertaining the possibility of pursing graduate studies in some area of
ecology and evolution and who wish to gain some field research
experience before entering graduate school. Research will take
place in semi-remote areas of Trinidad sometimes under bad weather
conditions. Applicants must be able to live and work well with others.
Research will also involve carrying heavy packs over slippery and steep
terrain. Applicants must be in good physical condition and be able to
meet the demands of field research under these conditions. Ability to
drive a standard transmission vehicle is desirable but not required.
Applicants with first-aid/first responder training, skills in automobile
maintenance, and construction skills are highly desirable. Please
address these skills when applying.
Interns will be required to spend a minimum of 3-months in Trinidad,
with possibility of extension. Starting dates are flexible, starting as
early as March 2012. We will cover travel expenses and living
expenses.
Applicants should send cover letter, CV and the names, phone numbers and
e-mail addresses of three or more professional references to David
Reznick (gupy@ucr.edu). At least two of the references should be academics.
Posted 2/6/12
Field Technicians Needed-Forest Ecology Research in California
Project summary: Long-term impacts of the emerging forest disease sudden oak death in mixed oak woodlands.
Project PIs: Ross Meentemeyer (University of North Carolina at
Charlotte-Dept. of Geography & Earth Sciences), Hall Cushman &
Nathan Rank (Sonoma State University- Biology Dept.), and David Rizzo
(UC Davis- Dept. of Plant Pathology)
Description: Phytophthora ramorum
is an exotic plant pathogen of international concern and causal agent
of the emerging forest disease Sudden Oak Death (SOD). In North America,
P. ramorum has caused
extensive mortality of oak and tanoak trees from Big Sur, California in
the south to Curry County, Oregon in the north. Our long-term ecological
study established in 2003 is repeatedly sampling a large plot network
(200 sites within a 275-km2 region of mixed oak woodland) in
order to understand spatiotemporal variability in the population
dynamics and ecological impacts of P. ramorum.
We seek 2 Crew Leaders and 2 Field Assistants for a two month period
(ca. May 1-June 30). Please let us know if you would like to be
considered for helping with additional fieldwork in the Big Sur region
July - September. Crew Leaders will coordinate plot visits with public
and private landowners, ensure data quality (oversee fieldwork and
supervise field assistants), and general lab management (inventorying
field supplies, digital file management). Field assistants will assist
crew leaders in collecting and entering data on disease progression,
plant species composition and structure, and understory microclimate
variation.
Housing, transportation to/from study sites, and a monthly stipend
commensurate with experience will be provided. Desired qualifications
include demonstrating a strong interest in disease ecology, landscape
ecology and/or forest ecology and management. Strong academic
credentials plus completion of at least two years of an undergraduate
science program is preferred. Previous experience navigating using GPS
and/or topographic maps, as well as working under physically demanding
field conditions (i.e., 8+ hours of hiking a day in steep and rough
terrain; wet, hot, and/or cold conditions; exposure to poison oak and
"buggy" conditions), is helpful.
Send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Sarah Haas by email at shaas1@uncc.edu. For more information on the SOD project, please visit our website (http://gis.uncc.edu/). DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS MARCH 15, 2012.
Posted 2/6/12
REU position summer 2012 to study Lyme disease ecology
A Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position is available for
summer 2012 to study Lyme disease ecology with Drs. Russell Burke
(Hofstra University) and Rick Gerhold (University of Tennessee). The
project will investigate blacklegged tick host-preferences for
introduced Italian wall lizards compared to native lizards and
investigate wall lizard competency as Borrelia burgdorferi reservoirs.
The REU student will join two labs of graduate and undergraduate
students working on an NSF-funded project focused on understanding the
factors that control Lyme Disease (LD) transmission. These labs are part
of a larger team investigating the ecology and biology of LD ticks and
their vertebrate hosts at sites in central and eastern U.S. using field
data and molecular and modeling tools, to produce a more informed
understanding of the ecological and evolutionary basis for the apparent
rarity of infected vector ticks in the South.
The REU student will conduct two related projects. First, at Hofstra,
he/she will study the host-preferences of tick nymphs on native lizard
hosts, wall lizard hosts, and small mammal hosts. Then the student
will travel to University of Tennessee to investigate the competency of
wall lizards as Borrelia burgdorferi reservoirs. The student will
collect blood from lizards to set up tests to determine B. burgdorferi
infection. This experience will include some field work, some
behavioral work in a laboratory setting, and some bench lab work.
The ideal candidate will be hard-working, meticulous, careful, work well
in a team setting, and be interested in pursuing a career in science.
The start date is flexible, but preference will be given to a
student available June and July 2012. The REU student will earn a
stipend ($500/week for 10 weeks) and receive additional support for
lodging in both locations, and travel between Long Island and Knoxville.
The REU student will be invited to attend a relevant professional
meeting with one of the labs in a subsequent year.
Interested students are encouraged to apply by March 1,
but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents
and be currently enrolled in a college or university (i.e. recent
graduates are ineligible). Students from groups typically
underrepresented in the sciences and students from smaller institutions
with limited research opportunities are especially encouraged to apply.
Applications should be sent to biorlb@hofstra.edu
and should include: unofficial copy of transcripts, contact information
for three academic references, CV or resume indicating relevant
experience, and a one page statement that describes your interest in the
REU position, academic goals, and previous research experience (if
any). Please confirm in your statement that you meet each eligibility
requirement above (e.g., citizenship, enrolled in college, available for
10-12 weeks during the summer).
For more information, or if you have questions, please contact:
Dr. Russell Burke
Department of Biology
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549
Posted 2/6/12
Undergraduate research: Species interactions and climate change
An NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates summer fellowship is
available to study the role of species interactions in determining the
impact of climate change on plant communities. The undergraduate
researcher will work in Dr. Peter Adler's lab (http://www.cnr.usu.edu/htm/facstaff/adler-web/)
at Utah State University in Logan, UT, with opportunities to conduct
field work in eastern Idaho sagebrush steppe vegetation. This is a great
opportunity for an ambitious undergraduate to contribute to ongoing NSF
funded research and develop an independent research project of their
own. Project topics include examining the effect of changes in
precipitation on growth and competition among sagebrush steppe species
and evaluating the use of plant traits to predict species responses to
climate change. The position pays a $500 stipend for 10 weeks, beginning
mid-May to mid-June, 2012. To be eligible, you must be a US citizen or
permanent resident currently working towards a Bachelor's degree in a
related field (e.g. biology, ecology, environmental sciences). To apply
email Andy Kleinhesselink (arklein@aggiemail.usu.edu)
with the following documents attached as a pdf: 1) A cover letter
explaining your interest in and qualification for the position, 2) a
curriculum vita, 3) undergraduate transcript, and 4) contact information
for three references.
Posted 2/6/12
REU opportunity, Biogeosciences, Iowa State
The lab of Dr. Kirsten Hofmockel (http://www.kirstenhofmockel.org)
is looking for two highly motivated and enthusiastic undergraduates to
participate in the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in
Biogeosciences at Iowa State University (http://www.abe.iastate.edu/undergraduate-students/research-experience-opportunities/biogeosciences-reu-program/).
The REU positions will be part of larger projects investigating soil
nutrients, microbial processes, greenhouse gas emissions, soil run-off,
root growth and architecture, and plant community production within
conventional agricultural and next generation biomass systems. The
proposed projects will contrast components of soil microbial communities
in perennial biomass and traditional agricultural cropping systems and
relate them to biogeochemical cycling. The student will participate in
field work as well as extensive lab work, including soil sampling, soil
structural analysis, and laboratory analysis of soil microbial community
function. Also, the student will gain interdisciplinary experience
using techniques from biogeochemistry, molecular biology, microbial and
ecosystem ecology. Students with course and/or lab and field work
experience in ecology, molecular biology, and/or chemistry are highly
encouraged to apply.
The REU program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and
provides student researchers with a $4000 stipend for the 10-week
program. The program runs May 29-August 3, 2012, but start and end dates
are flexible. Students will have access to on-campus resources and
facilities at Iowa State, including recreational facilities (e.g., the
Lied Recreational Center), computing facilities, the library, and the
student health facility. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited
undergraduate institution and a citizen of the United States.
Interested students should contact Dr. Kirsten Hofmockel (khof@iastate.edu). Applications are due March 2, 2012.
Posted 2/6/12
Job: Biogeochemistry coastal wetlands summer field/lab technician, Duke University
The Bernhardt Lab at Duke University in Durham, NC seeks to hire up to
three technicians for the summer field season to assist with ongoing
research on the biogeochemical effects of salt water intrusion and
drought on North Carolina's coastal wetlands. A summary of the
project, along with additional information about our lab, may be found
on our website: http://bernhardtlab.weebly.com/research.html
The selected candidates will assist in the collection, preparation, and
analysis of soil, water, and gas samples from a restored wetland
on North Carolina's coastal plain. Incumbents will gain exposure
to a wide variety of analytical techniques and field sampling methods.
Lab work will be conducted in Durham, NC, with field work requiring some
overnight stays at our field site near Columbia, NC.
Desired qualifications include previous field and/or laboratory
experience, willingness to work long field days in hot buggy conditions,
ability to follow field and laboratory protocols, and interest in
ecology or analytical chemistry.
Positions will be funded for 3 months, June - August, with exact start and end dates being flexible.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to: Ashley Helton at amh72@duke.edu
Posted 2/6/12
Endangered Butterfly Research Technician Position
Job Title: Endangered Butterfly Research Technician
Location: Willamette Valley - Oregon
Dates: Late April through early July
Description: I am looking for a research technician from late April
through June to assist with a research project investigating the impacts
of herbicide usage on an endangered prairie butterfly in the Willamette
Valley of Oregon. Work will entail collecting behavioral, egg
abundance, and vegetative data. Knowledge of butterflies and western
Oregon flora is a plus but not required. More important is a strong
scientific ethic, a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the
ability to work well with others. Work is weather dependent and may
involve long days in the field under an intense sun and may require
close contact with poison oak. Pay is $10/hr and housing will be
provided as well as transport to and from the field. If interested
please send a resume or C.V. with at least 3 references to the address
below. Tyler Hicks (tyler_hicks@wsu.edu). If you have any questions feel free to e-mail or call 360-546-9082.
Tyler L Hicks
PhD Student
Washington State University - Vancouver
Website: www.thingswithwings.org
Posted 2/3/12
Wanted: volunteer for Catalina Island environmental program
Camp Emerald Bay is looking for a qualified volunteer to spend a summer
on Catalina Island, helping us as we develop an environmental program
for the thousands of young adults we host every year. The volunteer's
primary responsibility will be to maintain and develop our garden and
compost facility, which has 350 square feet of planter beds. Additional
work will include teaching an environmentally themed class each week.
Other work can be tailored to meet the individual's learning objectives.
Emerald Bay is a camp located on the West End of the island, off the
California coast. A far cry from the bustling tourist destination of
Avalon, the West End offers camp staff unparalleled opportunities for
hiking, trail running, swimming, snorkeling, mountain biking, kayaking,
camping, and many more activities. A 'run into town' requires some
planning, as the nearest town of Two Harbors is a 30 minute drive down
dirt roads, but the island's spectacular beauty and atmosphere more than
make up for any lack of modern conveniences.
Please contact Ashley Prososki at ebgreenteam@gmail.com
to request an application and to learn more about the position. We are
currently looking for volunteers who can stay a month or more between
June 1 and August 31, 2012. Applications are accepted on an ongoing
basis, with priority given to early applicants. Acceptance is usually
announced two months prior to start date.
Posted 2/3/12
Summer Field Opportunities in Plant Ecology and Restoration
College of Forestry and Conservation, University of Montana
The University of Montana's Forest Ecology and Restoration Ecology Labs (http://www.cfc.umt.edu/nelsonrestorationlab/default.html)
seek to hire field research assistants to assist with several plant
ecology studies during summer 2012. Assistants will work in teams,
collecting data on overstory and understory vegetation as well as
environmental conditions. Overnight travel and camping will be required.
Field vehicles will be provided.
For summer 2012, we will be hiring for the following projects:
Successional Dynamics and Regeneration of Whitebark Pine after Mountain
Pine Beetle Attack (Montana and Idaho)–A two-person team will collect
data on overstory structure and tree regeneration in high-elevation
whitebark pine stands previously impacted by mountain pine beetle.
Efficacy and Ecological Impacts of Treatments to Restore Whitebark Pine
in the Inland Northwest (Montana, Idaho, and Washington) –A three-four
person team will collect data on whitebark pine growth, cone production,
and survival after restoration treatments. Data on key understory
plants will also be collected. Study sites will be located across the
inland Northwest and will require extended periods in the field.
Efficacy and Ecological Impacts of Restoration Treatments in the
Southwest Crown of the Continent (Montana)-Three crews of two-four
people will collect data on 1) understory plant abundance and fitness
(growth, survival, and reproduction), 2) overstory structure and spatial
patterns, 3) surface fuels, and 4) soils. This project is part of the
Southwest Crown of the Continent Collaborative Forest Landscape
Restoration Program (http://www.swcrown.org/).
Validating satellite-inferred measures of burn severity with field
data (Montana and New Mexico)-One creew of two - three people will
collect data on burn severity in areas that burned durning the 2011 fire
season. Study sites will be located in the Bob Marshall (Montana) and
Gila Wilderness Area (New Mexico). Data collection will occur in remote
locations and will involve substantial travel by foot or horse.
Qualifications: Positions are best suited to individuals that:
have or are working toward a degree in ecology or a related field; have
previous experience sampling vegetation; and are familiar with flora of
the interior Northwest. Candidates should have a high aptitude for
following complex data-collection protocols, solving problems with
minimal supervision, and working both independently and in teams of two
or three. Candidates must have the patience to move through rough
terrain with delicate and expensive equipment, be in good physical
condition and be able to work long hours in adverse weather.
Salary: $11.00-$14.00/hr, depending upon experience.
Duration and schedule: A few positions will begin mid-May, the
majority will start in June and last through mid-August or mid-September
2012. The work schedule will vary by project, but in general will
either be four or eight consecutive 10-hr days, followed by three or
six days off, respectively.
Application process: Application review will begin on February 20
and continue on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. To
apply, please assemble the following into a single PDF and email to ashley.juran@cfc.umt.edu:
1) a one-page cover letter describing a) your interests and
qualifications for one or more of the positions described above, b) your
dates of availability; 2) a resume or CV; 3) copies of either college
transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) or professional work
products; and 4) contact information for two references with firsthand
knowledge of your work experience and aptitude (please do not send
letters of reference).
For more information, please contact Ashley Juran (ashley.juran@cfc.umt.edu),
Research Coordinator, Restoration Ecology Lab, College of Forestry,
University of Montana, 32 Campus Drive, Missoula, MT 59812.
Posted 2/3/12
Research
Experience for Undergraduates (REU) opportunity: plant & animal
phenology in response to climate variability in the Oregon Cascades
We seek applicants for an REU position on a long-term study of plant and
animal phenology at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest in the Central
Cascades of Oregon. This study attempts to understand the
influence of microclimate heterogeneity on phenology and trophic
responses to change in climate and disturbance. The REU student
will test the use of timelapse cameras to study canopy phenology across a
large forested watershed and will investigate relationships between
microclimate and phenology. The participant will also work as part
of a team observing and collecting plants and insects at plots
distributed across topographic and vegetation gradients. This
position is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in
ecology, natural history or forestry to gain valuable field research
experience. The 10-week REU position will begin before the end of
May, with some flexibility in start date.
The REU student will be housed at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest, a
16,000-acre Œliving laboratory‚ representative of forest and stream
ecosystems in the western cascades. With a 60-year research
history and large tracts of old-growth and mature forest, the Andrew
Forest provides students with unparalleled opportunities to deepen
understanding of forest ecology. The field station has modern apartments
with full kitchens, a well-equipped computer lab, and wireless internet
(see http://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/
for more information on the site, facilities and research programs at
the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest). The region provides outstanding
opportunities for outdoor recreation, and is widely considered among the
most scenic in the country. Housing and a weekly stipend of $550
will be provided.
Candidates should have a strong interest in field research and a
demonstrated enthusiasm for spending long hours outdoors in relatively
remote locations under any and all weather conditions. A valid driver's
license is required, and experience driving on dirt roads would be
beneficial. Prior field research experience is highly desirable.
The participant must be capable of working effectively within a
team, as well as functioning independently.
To apply: For full consideration, send a letter of interest, resume and
contact information (email and phone number) for three references to
Mark Schulze at mark.schulze@oregonstate.edu. For questions regarding the application process, contact Mark Schulze via email or phone 541-822-6336.
Posted 2/2/12
Odum Undergraduate Internship in Field Ecology Research @ Huyck Preserve and Biological Research Station
The Huyck Preserve and Biological Research Station, a 2,000 acre
preserve and 75 year-old field station located in the Hudson
Valley/Northern Catskill region of New York, is now accepting
applications for its *Odum Internship* for summer 2012. The internship
is for approximately 8-weeks, from June 4 to July 28. This is an unpaid
internship, though housing is provided and some opportunities for paid
work prior to or following the internship are available. For more
information on the internship and for how to apply, please visit: http://huyckpreserve.org/research/odum_intern.htm
Applications are due Friday, March 9th.
This opportunity is for rising juniors and seniors who are interested in doing independent research this summer.
Posted 2/2/12
Buck Island Sea Turtle Research Program Research Assistant Vacancy Announcement 2012
Buck Island Reef National Monument (BIRNM), located on the island of St.
Croix, US Virgin Islands, is seeking applicants for the position of Sea
Turtle Research Assistant (RA) to conduct sea turtle research and
monitoring. This will be the 25th year of the Buck Island Sea Turtle
Research Program (BISTRP), a long-term monitoring, research and
conservation project supported by the National Park Service (NPS), Buck
Island Reef National Monument. BIRNM is a nesting beach for hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata), green (Chelonia mydas), leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea), and loggerhead (Caretta caretta) sea turtles.
RAs must be available from 15 July through 6 October 2012 (applicants
must state availability in their cover letter) and are expected to stay
the length of the project (specific dates will be identified in phone
interviews). This is a highly competitive project that is physically and
mentally intense, aimed at individuals who want to make
ecology/resource management their career. RAs must work equally
effectively as a team and alone.
RAs will provide assistance to the NPS staff in the collection and
processing of field data. Buck Island's nesting beaches will be
monitored 7 days/week sundown to sunup, by a joint team of NPS staff and
RAs. Access to the island is by boat only, where there are minimal
facilities. RAs will be trained to meet the high standard of competency
in sea turtle monitoring established in the BISTRP protocol manual (http://fl.biology.usgs.gov/Seaturtles.pdf).
All nesting turtles will be encountered; biometric data will be
collected on turtles, physical data will be collected on nest locations,
and animals will be tagged (inconel and PIT). Nests will be
excavated to determine hatch success. Imperiled nests will be relocated
as part of continuing research to determine optimal relocation
conditions. RAs will collect soil samples, deploy temperature loggers,
take water-related measurements, and participate in processing
histological samples. RAs will also assist in deploying satellite and
acoustic tags. RAs may participate in snorkel surveys for foraging sea
turtles and/or assist in sea turtle stranding response incidents. RAs
will gain an invaluable experience learning research techniques from NPS
biologists and encountering threatened and endangered sea turtles in a
pristine nesting habitat.
Each RA will be scheduled for up to 5 nights on the beach, or 4 nights
and 1 day of lab/office work (data entry and sample processing), on a
dynamic schedule. RAs will be responsible for field equipment care and
maintenance. RAs are also responsible for weekly daytime monitoring of
beaches at The Buccaneer Hotel, their residence, recording activities
using GPS. RAs will also conduct outreach to hotel guests. RAs will
write a report at season's end summarizing turtle nesting activities at
The Buccaneer Hotel.
RAs will receive two meals/day and lodging from The Buccaneer Hotel at
no cost to the RAs. A small weekly stipend will be allotted to each RA
(less than $100), and travel costs will be covered by the NPS. RAs need
to seriously consider their finances before applying to these openings;
it will not be possible to work locally while conducting RA duties.
Qualifications Required - Must:
• Communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
• Have biology training/background
• Collect data and maintain records precisely according to standardized protocol
• Enter and analyze data (written and computer database format)
• Be in excellent physical shape
• Be able to persevere under stressful conditions
• Work outdoors, day and night in isolated conditions, and in adverse weather
• Walk in the sand up to 10 kilometers/night
• Climb rocks; stoop,
kneel and stand on soft substrate and in cramped conditions.
• Have a strong work ethic
• Be able to work all night and on weekends
• Be able to lift and move heavy objects
• Operate communications
equipment properly (cell phone, hand-held VHS radio, marine radio)
• Be able to swim; crew a boat in open water conditions
• Have a valid US driver's license
To apply, send a cover letter stating your interest in and
qualifications for the project, a resume summarizing your experience,
and contact information for three references to the email address below.
Email is preferred, but postal mail/fax is accepted.
Deadline for application: 3 March 2012
If selected for interview you will be contacted by March 16TH, PLEASE DO NOT MAKE FOLLOW UP INQUIRIES.
Email: Ian_Lundgren@nps.gov
Telephone: 340.773.1460 x 236
Fax: 340.719.1790
National Park Service
C/o Ian Lundgren, Biologist
2100 Church Street, #100
Christiansted, St. Croix, Virgin Islands 00820
Posted 2/2/12
STUDENT WORKER / INTERN - BIOMONITORING (STREAM FISH AND MACROINVERTEBRATES)
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, North Biological Monitoring Unit, Brainerd, MN
We are looking for qualified students to assist with aquatic
biomonitoring surveys on rivers and streams in northern Minnesota.
Job duties include: collecting and identifying stream fishes,
collecting stream macroinvertebrates, collecting water chemistry
samples, conducting qualitative and quantitative habitat surveys.
Preferred qualifications include: experience in field
identification of stream fishes (to the species level), experience
conducting stream habitat inventories or surveys, and the ability to
work well with others in small and medium-sized field crews.
Position requires extensive travel across northern Minnesota, and the
willingness to stay overnight (in motels) for up to three nights per
week. Candidates must be enrolled in a science related program
working on a 2- or 4-year degree with coursework in biology,
ichthyology, water chemistry, aquatic biology, or related field.
Pay rate:
$12.21 / hr
Motel lodging provided during work week, plus meal expense reimbursement.
Start/End Dates:
Early June to late August
Location:
The position will be based out of Brainerd, but will require extensive
travel throughout northern Minnesota. Brainerd is located just
north of the geographical center of Minnesota.
To Apply:
Applications accepted via the State of Minnesota Careers website: http://www.careers.state.mn.us/
Position description available: https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting/338f3eb1ffa9a5ad967274642c0f56fd/View
Applications accepted through March 9, 2012.
Questions:
John Sandberg
john.sandberg@state.mn.us
218-316-3913
Posted 2/2/12
Institute for NanoTechnology - Research Experience for Undergraduate
Johns Hopkins University
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor offers up to ten undergraduate students from
colleges and universities around the country a chance to participate in
research projects in the exciting and rapidly growing area of
nanobiotechnology, a place where biology, medicine, and nanotech meet.
Deadline(s): 02/12/2012
Contact: Ashanti
Edwards, Education Program Coordinator
Address: Institute for NanoTechnology
214 Maryland Hall
3400 North Charles Street
Baltimore,
MD 21218
U.S.A.
E-mail: aedwards@jhu.edu
Program URL: http://inbt.jhu.edu/education/undergraduate/reu
Tel:
410-516-6572
OBJECTIVES: Program objectives are: a) To recruit a diverse,
talented body of undergraduate students from around the country and from
a variety of engineering and science disciplines. The program is
particularly interested in reaching women, minorities, and, in general,
student groups that have had traditionally low representation in
science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Our
hope is that this summer experience in the laboratories of INBT
affiliated faculty members at Johns Hopkins will encourage you to pursue
graduate school and continue to conduct research; and b) To offer an
experience that will actively engage the recruited students into
cutting-edge nanobiotechology research. We provide a valuable summer
research experience for undergraduate students through participation in
research labs and high quality student/faculty interaction and
mentorships.
ELIGIBILITY
All applicants must meet certain criteria. Specifically, prospective
participants must: be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and
plan to return to an undergraduate program after his/her participation
in the program. This means that you must have at least finished your
freshman year; be an Engineering or Science major; be in good
academic standing; and be a citizen or a permanent resident of the
United States its territories or possessions.
FUNDING
Participants will receive a $4,800 stipend plus an allowance for travel
and housing for the ten week program. The program will run from
May 27 to August 5, 2012.
Posted 2/1/12
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU), stream ecology and nutrient criteria, Coweeta LTER and University of Georgia
We seek a motivated student to participate in a National Science
Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) opportunity in
stream ecology and nutrient criteria. Human land use continues to
increase the loading of nutrients to inland waters. Streams draining
landscapes that vary in land use (agricultural, suburban, urban)
typically have distinct levels of nitrogen (N) and phosphorous (P) that
correspond to the source of the nutrient pollution. The student will
investigate the effects of nutrient loading on stream ecosystems and
will contribute to a larger ongoing project that focuses on stream
ecosystem responses to different enrichment N:P ratios (2:1 - 128:1) The
student will work alongside a PhD student to help design and execute
lab and field studies to measure algal and heterotrophic responses to
varying substrate and water column N and P concentrations. The PI,
postdoc and doctoral student will mentor the student through the
collection and analysis of data, as well as the presentation and
publication of results.
This project is based out of the Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory and
associated with the Coweeta LTER. As such, the student on this project
will work in residence at Coweeta where they will interact with interns,
other REU students, graduate students and faculty from various
universities. The student will participate in the Coweeta LTER Summer
Meeting, which includes a research symposium of talks by graduate
students and faculty.
Stipend will be $450/week for 9 weeks (June 11 - August 3, 2012), plus
additional support for travel to Coweeta and research supplies. To
apply, submit 1) a letter of interest including a description of prior
research experience and career goals and 2) a current CV, including
contact information for two references to Drs Amy Rosemond (rosemond@uga.edu) or John Kominoski (jkominoski@gmail.com).
John Stephen Kominoski
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Odum School of Ecology
University of Georgia
140 East Green Street
Athens, Georgia 30602-2202, USA
Email: jkominoski@gmail.com
Phone: +1 706.542.4366
Fax: +1 706.542.4819
http://sites.google.com/site/jkominoski/
Posted 2/1/12
REU - Aquatic Community Ecology / Disease Ecology
A Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position is available for
summer 2012 to study disease ecology in aquatic freshwater communities
with Drs. Jeremy Wojdak (Radford University) and Lisa Belden (Virginia
Tech).
The REU student will join a lab of graduate and undergraduate students
working on an NSF-funded project focused on understanding the biotic
factors that control trematode parasite transmission. The trematode we
study first infects an aquatic snail host, then snails and amphibians as
secondary intermediate hosts, and finally infects muskrats (among other
organisms) as its definitive host. Thus, the REU student will gain
experience with a number of diverse taxa. The student will work as
part of our team at field sites and conducting mesocosm field
experiments and lab studies, and will also be expected to develop
his/her own independent research project.
The ideal candidate will be hard-working, dedicated, careful, work well
in a team setting, and be interested in pursuing a career in science.
The start date is flexible, but preference will be given to a
student available mid-May through August 2010. The REU student
will earn a stipend of $400/week for 12 weeks and receive additional
support for lodging ($1000), travel expenses ($500), and their research.
The REU student will be invited to attend the Ecological Society
of America's annual meeting with our group in a subsequent year.
Interested students are encouraged to apply by March 1,
but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents
and be currently enrolled in a college or university (i.e. recent
graduates are ineligible). Students from groups typically
underrepresented in the sciences and students from smaller institutions
with limited research opportunities are especially encouraged to apply.
Applications should be sent to jmwojdak@radford.edu and should include:
unofficial copy of transcripts, contact information for three academic
references, CV / resume, and a one page statement that describes your
interest in the REU position, academic goals, and previous research
experience (if any). Please confirm in your statement that you meet each
eligibility requirement above (e.g., citizenship, enrolled in college,
available for 10-12 weeks during the summer).
For more information, or if you have questions, please contact:
Jeremy M. Wojdak
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
236 Curie Hall
PO BOX 6931
Radford University
Radford, VA 24142
jmwojdak@radford.edu
Posted 2/1/12
Volunteer Field Assistant Opportunities-Columbian Ground Squirrels
Field Assistants Required-Columbian ground squirrels
Sheep River Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada
We are looking for 4-5 volunteers to assist with fieldwork for the
period of April 15 to Aug 31, 2012. The project investigates the
evolutionary ecology of Columbian ground squirrels. As a member of the
study, assistants will be involved with monitoring the phenology (when
animals emerge from hibernation), reproduction and survival of
individuals. Fieldwork will involve live-trapping and handling of
animals, behavioural observation, radio-telemetry (to locate natal
burrows) and assistance with the measurement of physiological
(metabolism) traits on free-ranging animals. This is an excellent
opportunity to gain experience working with a collaborative research
team on a long-term study of a wild mammal. Opportunities exist for
side-projects for interested and motivated applicants.
All fieldwork is carried out in the spectacular Rocky Mountains of
southwestern Alberta, Canada, home to some of the most majestic wildlife
in North America. We will be staying at the University of Calgary's
R.B. Miller research station in Sheep River Provincial Park, Alberta (http://bgs.ucalgary.ca/facilities/facilities).
You will interact with other researchers working with ground squirrels
on a diversity of projects in behavioural and population ecology.
Additionally, the field station is home to a number of other researchers
working on a variety of projects, ranging from insects to large
mammals. Food and accommodation are provided, but you will be
required to make your own way to either Calgary or Edmonton. Training
will be provided and no experience is necessary, but candidates should
have an interest in a number of the following (the more the better!):
ecology, evolutionary biology, wildlife, field biology, and animal
behaviour. Periods of time will be spent camping and, as such,
successful applicants need to enjoy the outdoors, be up-beat, positive,
responsible and work well as a member of a team. If you wish to apply
for one of these posts then please send a CV with a cover letter and
contact details of three references (with e-mail address), by email to
Jeff Lane (contact info below), by March 08, 2012.
Contact:
Dr. Jeff Lane
u.columbianus@hotmail.com
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Canada T6G 2E9
Posted 2/1/12
Research Internships
Archbold Biological Station
SYNOPSIS: The Archbold Biological Station provides research
training in ecology for graduate and undergraduate students. The goals
of Archbold?s Internship Program are to train students to develop
independent research skills and to foster positive professional
interactions between Interns and (a) their supervisors, (b) resident
staff and visiting scientists, and (c) other Interns. Visiting college
classes and two seminar series each year provide additional
opportunities for professional growth.
Contact: Archbold
Biological Station
Address: P.O. Box 2057
Lake
Placid, FL 33862
U.S.A.
E-mail: archbold@archbold-station.org
Web Site: http://www.archbold-station.org
Program URL: http://www.archbold-station.org/station/html/research/internship/resintshp.html
Tel:
863-465-2571
Fax:
863-699-1927
DEADLINE NOTE
Applications and inquiries can be sent any time.
OBJECTIVES: Graduate Interns: conduct thesis/dissertation research
or development at Archbold or MAERC, with basic research materials
provided; spend ten to thirty hours per week on assigned duties
(depending on Lab Head's needs) while being trained by a Lab Head or
someone designated by a Lab Head; training and assigned duties may
include field and/or laboratory data collection, data management,
statistical analyses, literature reviews, curation of collections,
communication skill, attendance at seminars, computer skills, etc.;
present a research seminar at the end of the Internship; and submit a
hard copy of the thesis/dissertation to the Librarian upon graduating.
Undergraduate Interns: conduct an independent research
project at Archbold or MAERC, with basic research materials provided;
spend ten to thirty hours per week on assigned duties (depending on Lab
Head's needs) while being trained by a Lab Head or someone designated by
a Lab Head; training and assigned duties may include field and/or
laboratory data collection, data management, statistical analyses,
literature reviews, curation of collections, communication skills,
attendance at seminars, computer skills, etc.; present a research
seminar at the end of the Internship; submits a final research report to
the Lab Head and the Librarian in both electronic and hard-copy at the
end of the Internship. Volunteer Interns: spend 10-30 hours per week on
assigned duties (depending on Lab Head's needs) at Archbold or MAERC
while being trained by a Lab Head or someone designated by the Lab Head;
training and assigned duties may include field and/or laboratory data
collection, data management, statistical analyses, literature reviews,
curation of collections, etc.
ELIGIBILITY
A Graduate Intern must be enrolled in graduate school during the
Internship. An Undergraduate Intern must be enrolled as an undergraduate
or recently has obtained a BA/BS degree. A Volunteer Intern may be a
graduate student or current/recent undergraduate.
FUNDING
Appointments can be made at any time of the year, usually for the summer
(twelve to fourteen weeks) or an academic semester (sixteen to twenty
weeks), but availability and duration of internships vary among labs. A
Graduate Intern working on a thesis or dissertation receives gratis room
and board during the Internship, and receives a stipend of $150.00 per
week paid bi-monthly. A Graduate Intern designing a thesis or
dissertation receives gratis room and board during the Internship, and
receives a stipend of $125.00 per week paid bi-monthly. An Undergraduate
Intern receives gratis room and board during the Internship, and
receives a stipend of $100.00 per week paid bi-monthly. A Volunteer
Intern receives room and board during the Volunteer Internship. Under
extreme financial circumstances and with supporting documentation
submitted the Station will consider paying travel costs associated with
interns getting to/from Archbold/MAERC. Cases will be reviewed on an
individual basis.
Posted 2/1/12
REU opportunity at MBL
Position: Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - TIDE
Position Summary:
The Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking applicants for the Research
Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program sponsored by the National
Science Foundation. The successful applicant will work as part of a
large-scale, multi-disciplinary project examining the effects of excess
nutrients on salt marshes in the Plum Island Estuary, MA (http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/Tide/).
REU positions are available to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents only
who are currently enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or
universities (no graduating seniors).
Additional Information:
The student will be immersed in an active research environment and
interact with a diversity of knowledgeable wetland scientists. The
student will work closely with a mentor to develop and conduct a
research project based on their interests during this 10-week program.
Possible research areas include population ecology, plant ecology,
invertebrate ecology, biogeochemical cycling, and community ecology. The
student is expected to present their findings at MBL's Young Scientist
Meeting in August in Woods Hole. Housing will be provided at the field
station in Byfield, MA.
Basic Qualifications:
Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, chemistry
and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to detail and a
desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are essential.
Ability to work long hours in the field and carry heavy objects over
uneven marsh is required.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Unofficial transcripts are required documents, but may be uploaded with
your application package or faxed to Human Resources Office,
508-289-7931. If faxing, please reference the position title and posting
number.
APPLY ONLINE AT:
https://mbl.simplehire.com An Equal Opportunity Employer
Ann Woolford
Human Resources Office
Marine Biological Laboratory
7 MBL Street
Woods Hole, MA 02543
humanres@mbl.edu
Posted 1/31/12
Summer Biological Research Technicians
The Ecological Restoration Institute at Northern Arizona University in
Flagstaff is hiring up to 6 seasonal biological field technicians with
the specialties listed below to assist with research on forest
restoration and ecosystem health projects. Crews will be working
in the White Mountains, inside and outside the Wallow Fire perimeter,
and possibly other locations. Work consists of 10-hour days during the
summer, from May 14th until August 24th. Local work will be in the
form of 4-day weeks, from Monday through Thursday, with three-day
weekends off. Out-of-town work typically consists of 8-day trips
(Thursday-Thursday), with 3 days off before and after. This is a
full-time, 40 hours per week position extending over a fifteen week
field season. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be able
to frequently travel away from Flagstaff (up to 20 days per month during
the summer field season) for fieldwork. All three positions will
require working in remote backcountry settings with diverse groups of
people under potentially adverse field conditions.
Forest Technician
• Description: Forest technicians will utilize a variety of
methodologies to measure forest attributes such as tree height,
diameter, and condition class; tree regeneration by species and height
class; shrub presence by species and height class; and forest floor
fuels by size class. In addition technicians will utilize digital
cameras to document measurement plots and hand-held computers to enter
and error-check collected data.
• Desired Qualifications: One year, or two field seasons, of
experience in forest overstory measurements, preferably in the western
United States or working with ecological restoration research projects.
Experience with entering data into handheld computers.
Field Botanist
• Description: Field botanists are expected to know or quickly
learn the flora of southwestern forests to maximize data collection
quality and efficiency. Methodologies include collecting cover and
richness data on vegetation quadrats, point-line intercept transects,
and belt transects. Field botanists may also collect data on forest
structure and fuels as needed.
• Desired Qualifications: One year, or two field seasons, of
experience in plant community measurements and plant identification,
preferably in the western United States or working with ecological
restoration research projects. One year experience in keying
plants. Experience with entering data into handheld computers.
Crew Leader
• Description: Crew leaders must have qualifications and
experience befitting the forest technician and/or field botanist
positions above, and will be expected to utilize their additional
experience to lead crews of other technicians and ensure the efficient
and safe collection of high-quality data without direct daily
supervision.
• Desired Qualifications: Two years, or four field seasons, of
experience in forest measurements, preferably in the western United
States or working with ecological restoration research projects.
Experience with entering data into handheld computers and conducting
quality control routines. Experience leading crews. GPS and field
navigational skills.
Salary
$13-17.00/hr., depending on position and experience.
Application Deadline
February 20, 2012
Please send a resume and cover letter indicating the position for which
you are applying to: Judy Springer, Ecological Restoration Institute,
Northern Arizona University, P.O. Box 15017, Flagstaff, AZ 86011; (928)
523-7751; Judy.Springer@nau.edu
Posted 1/31/12
Research Assistant for Rare Plant Monitoring - Midewin
National Tallgrass Prairie, Illinois
DESCRIPTION: This 7.5-month, 35-hour/week position involves a suite
of studies on rare plants at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie,
including those restricted to the unique dolomite prairie habitat.
The Midewin program is part of a broader Plants of Concern (POC)
regional rare plant monitoring program. Intern will be
stationed at the Chicago Botanic Garden with frequent visits to
Midewin, near Joliet, Illinois, and nearby sites. Field duties
involve recruiting, training and working with volunteers to monitor
selected species through demographic study, censusing, sampling and
photopoints. Office duties include data entry and statistical
analysis, report writing and GIS applications. The Research
Assistant will have the opportunity to create presentations and/or a
poster of the work accomplished.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (position begins early May, 2012)
May through September. Attend and assist with general POC
training workshops. Develop or modify field forms. Become oriented
to Midewin monitoring sites. Engage in field work and help
recruit, train and support volunteers. In July and August, conduct
community vegetation transects in Midewin restoration areas.
Begin data entry.
October through early December. Complete data entry and
conduct analysis of multiple years of data. Organize and catalog
monitoring and other photos (digital format). Work with
supervisor on annual report to submit to granting agency.
SALARY: $13.00/hour and paid holidays; 2 personal days.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: BS in ecology, botany, biological sciences or
related background. Plant ID skills, including use of a dichotomous
key. Field experience in plant monitoring or sampling.
Computer experience with Microsoft Office functions, including
Access database. Basic statistical and GIS software experience
sought. Organizational and people skills. Ability to work well
independently as well as on a team. Must have a driver's license and
access to a personal vehicle, although a company vehicle is normally
available for use. Housing with a host family may be available.
Occasional weekend work.
DEPARTMENT: Division of Plant Science and Conservation
REPORTS TO: Manager of Regional Floristics, Department of Plant
Science and Conservation, Chicago Botanic Garden
COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS: POC research assistant; Plant Science and
other Chicago Botanic Garden staff; Midewin staff; volunteers
DEADLINE: March 15, 2011.
For application, go to http://www.chicagobotanic.org/.
Follow the link at top of page, At The Garden, then to Employment
for Internships.
Posted 1/28/12
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)- Arctic LTER
Position Summary:
The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking
undergraduate applicants for several Arctic research projects. The
Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) positions are available
to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents only who are currently
enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or universities (no
graduating seniors). Successful candidates will participate in field
research on either terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems in the Toolik
Lake Research Natural Area on the North Slope of Alaska.
Additional Information:
In addition to gaining experience by assisting on a variety of
project activities, REU students typically engage in a small
independent project that is linked to larger studies of lakes,
streams, tundra or land-water interactions. REU participants are
expected to collect and analyze data and to produce a poster
describing their project near the end of the field season. We
anticipate funding for support of at least two REU positions during
the 2012 field season.
Candidates for these jobs should be available to live at Toolik
Field Station for 8-10 weeks during June, July and August. Travel to
Toolik Field Station is paid for by grant funds as well as the cost
of room and board at the station.
Basic Qualifications:
Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology,
chemistry and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to
detail and a desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are
essential.
Physical Requirements
Applicants should be in good health, capable of rigorous outdoor
activity, and prepared to live in a field camp where cooperation
with others is essential, personal privacy is limited, and living
accommodations are spare and simple.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please do not ask referees to send unsolicited letters; these will
be requested by us for final candidates only. Unofficial transcripts
are required documents, but may be uploaded along with your Resume
and Cover Letter or faxed to the Human Resources Office at
508-289-7931. If faxing, please include the position posting number
or reference code.
APPLY ONLINE AT: https://mbl.simplehire.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Posted 1/28/12
Paid Internship with Plants of Concern Openlands Monitoring
Project Lake County, Illinois
DESCRIPTION: 20 hrs/ week for approximately 17.5 weeks
(total 350 hours; time each week may vary depending on project
needs). Field work for this position takes place at Openlands
Lakeshore Preserve near Ft. Sheridan and Highwood in Lake County,
IL. Intern will assist POC staff in training volunteers, monitoring
rare species, conducting vegetation transects in ravines and mapping
invasive plant species. Also included are assisting with data entry,
data analysis and preparation of a final report to the landowner.
(Position pending funding; hours or length of internship may be
extended)
RESPONSIBILITIES (position begins June 1, 2012)
June to August: attend POC training workshop (if possible; scheduled
for April), conduct vegetation transects, train volunteers, monitor
rare species, map invasive species and conduct other related field
work.
July to October (some overlap with field work): enter data in
various formats, assist with data analysis and with report
preparation.
SALARY: $12.00/hour
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: BS in ecology, botany, biological
sciences or related field. Plant ID skills. Field
experience in plant monitoring or sampling. Computer
experience with all Microsoft Office functions, including Access
database. Experience with using a GPS unit in the field.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
Applicant must have a driver's license and access to a
personal vehicle, although a company vehicle is normally available
for field work.
DEPARTMENT: Division of Plant Science and Conservation
REPORTS TO: Manager of Regional Floristics, Division of Plant
Science and Conservation, Chicago Botanic Garden.
COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS: Plants of Concern staff, Division of
Plant Science and Conservation staff, Openlands staff and
volunteers.
DEADLINE: March 15, 2012.
No phone calls please. Apply through the Chicago Botanic
Garden website: http://www.chicagobotanic.org/.
Go to "At the Garden" tab, then to "Employment" where
internships are listed.
Posted 1/28/12
Paid Internship with Plants of
Concern Openlands Monitoring Project Lake County, Illinois
Fisheries Ecology Internship 2012 (Dauphin Island, AL)
Position/Title: Fisheries Ecology Internship 2012 (6 Months)
Agency/Location: Dauphin Island Sea Lab/Dauphin Island, AL, USA
Responsibilities:
The Fisheries Ecology lab at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL) is
seeking interns to participate in field research in the northern
Gulf of Mexico from May 14-November 16, 2012. For a full description
of current projects, please visit http://fisherieslab.disl.org/projects.htm.
Interns will gain hands-on experience in various fisheries field
sampling techniques (gillnet, trawl, longline, etc.), as well as
field data entry and analysis. Interns will be under the supervision
of Dr. Sean Powers (http://fisherieslab.disl.org/whoweare.htm).
Much of the research conducted at the lab is by boat, thus
experience with marine vessels is helpful though not a requirement.
Qualifications:
Preference will be given to graduating seniors from a marine science
(or related field) but rising junior or senior level students who
can commit to all 6 months are welcome to apply.
Salary: $645/2 week pay period
Closing Date: March 1, 2012
Visit: http://fisherieslab.disl.org/intern.htm
for more information and application instructions.
Contact: Claire Pabody at cpabody@disl.org
with questions.
Posted 1/28/12
Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Behavior,
Ecology and Evolution
University of Colorado, Boulder
SYNOPSIS: The program provides students with the opportunity
to participate in research projects at the University of Colorado
Mountain Research Station.The program will run from June 4th -
August 10, 2012.
Deadline(s): 02/17/2012
Contact:
Professor
William Bowman
Address: Dept.
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, CB 334
Ramaley
N122
Boulder,
CO 80309-0334
U.S.A.
E-mail: reuebio@colorado.edu
Web Site: http://www.colorado.edu/eeb/EEBprojects/reu/application.html
Program URL: http://www.colorado.edu/eeb/EEBprojects/reu/index.html
OBJECTIVES: There are two goals of this REU site: To train
promising undergraduate students in modern research methods in the
related disciplines of ecology, evolution and behavior using
mentored independent research; and To encourage undergraduate
students, especially members of groups traditionally
underrepresented in the sciences and those with little or no
exposure to research opportunities, to enter graduate school in the
biological sciences. All students develop an independent
research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Faculty
mentors have committed their time and expertise to the program, and
are dedicated to helping students succeed throughout the
development, execution, data analysis, and presentation phases of
independent projects. Seminars and workshops will provide
students exposure to the ongoing research at the MRS, describe local
environmental issues (e.g. urban-wildland interface, nitrogen
deposition, climate change, fire), facilitate science communication,
and assist students with the next step in their science training
(graduate school).
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible applicants are undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens
or permanent residents. Applicants must be in adequate
physical condition to live at the Station's elevation (9500 feet)
and to participate in hikes and activities at this elevation. For
nearly all students, there are no difficulties beyond needing a few
days of acclimation. If you have a history of heart or lung
problems, or have other physical conditions which might limit your
ability to participate, you may wish to consult with your physician
before applying.
FUNDING
Meals and housing at the mountain research station are provided free
of cost to the participant. A travel allowance of $500 is
provided to participants. Participants will be paid a stipend of
$4,600 for the ten week program.
Posted 1/28/12
Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates
Xavier University of Louisiana
SYNOPSIS: The Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates
at Xavier University of Louisiana is a ten-week program for students
interested in obtaining first research experiences in Biology,
Chemistry and Physics. Students will learn basic research skills and
participate in ongoing research projects with both faculty and peer
mentors. In addition, students will gain experience presenting their
research in a variety of formats, culminating with a poster session
at the end of the program.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Address:
Center for
Undergraduate Research
1
Drexel Drive
New
Orleans, LA 70125
U.S.A.
E-mail: CUR@xula.edu
Web Site: http://www.xula.edu/reu/appdead.php
Program URL: http://www.xula.edu/reu/index.php
Tel:
504-520-5066
Fax:
504-520-5066
DEADLINE NOTE
Applications submitted by February 15 will receive priority.
However, applications will be accepted until all positions are
filled.
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor administers a program for
students interested in obtaining first research experiences in
Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The goal of this REU site is
to provide first research opportunities for students, and prior
research experience is not expected.
ELIGIBILITY
Students who are currently in their freshman or sophomore year are
especially encouraged to apply. Students will be selected based on
their potential to become researchers, as well as how well the
student's interests match available projects. The target GPA for
applicants who are currently freshmen is 3.5 on a 4-point scale, and
3.0 for current sophomores and juniors. Applicants must be US
citizens or permanent residents, per NSF rules.
FUNDING
Students will be paid $5,100 for the ten-week session ($12.75
hourly, 40 hours/week). As needed, students will receive financial
support for travel to New Orleans, on-campus housing and the meal
plan.
Posted 1/27/12
Summer Undergraduate Research Program
Wadsworth Center
SYNOPSIS: The Wadsworth Center participates in summer research
experiences for undergraduates. Students are selected from colleges
across the country to work for 10 weeks (from early June through
mid-August) on independent research projects in the laboratories of
Wadsworth scientists.
Deadline(s): 03/05/2012
Address:
Summer
Undergraduate Research Program
Wadsworth
Center, Room E-275
Empire
State Plaza, Box 509
Albany,
NY 12201-0509
U.S.A.
E-mail: reu@wadworth.org
Web Site: http://www.wadsworth.org/educate/molcel.htm#apply
Program URL: http://www.wadsworth.org/reu
Tel:
518-473-6961
OBJECTIVES: The focus of the 2012 Wadsworth Center's summer
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) is "Networked Ventures
for Collaborative Biological Discovery". The primary objective of
this program is to provide cutting-edge research experiences in
collaborative scientific discovery to undergraduate students,
including underrepresented minorities, to help them gain insight
into how scientific research is conducted.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants are sought who are undergraduates majoring either in a
natural or basic science (biology, chemistry, computational
modeling, genetics, mathematics), who will have completed their
first, second or third year of study by the summer, and who are
interested in attending graduate school with the goal of pursuing a
career in science. Students graduating May 2012 are not eligible.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Applications are encouraged from students attending colleges
with limited research opportunities and from students who are
members of groups underrepresented in the sciences, such as women,
racial minorities, veterans, and the physically challenged, and who
are first in their family to attend college.
FUNDING
Participants will receive a stipend of $4800, plus paid on-campus
housing, and travel to Albany.
Posted 1/27/12
Volunteer Field Assistant Positions - Panama
VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT needed for April 1, 2012 to August 1, 2012
to assist with a study on the foraging behavior of the tropical
frog-eating bat, Trachops
cirrhosus. Work will be conducted at Smithsonian Tropical
Research Institute facilities in Gamboa, PANAMA. No prior experience
is required, but applicants must be comfortable working at night.
Work will include mistnetting bats, behavioral experiments, and bat
husbandry. Pre-exposure rabies vaccines are required.
Assistants are expected to work 5 days a week with 2 days off. I
will cover housing and $200 per month for food, but no salary is
available. If interested, please send a resume and contact
information for three references to both Victoria Flores (email: victoriafloresk@gmail.com)
AND Teia Schweizer (email: tschweiz@uci.edu).
Posted 1/27/12
Volunteer Research Assistants
Volunteer Field Assistants needed for behavioral ecology research on
Columbian ground squirrels in the Rocky Mountains of southwestern
Alberta. The ground squirrels are easily marked and observed
in nature and have fascinating social dynamics. Long-term
pedigrees are used to study evolutionary questions from over 20
years of continuous population monitoring, and independent research
projects are possible (inquire). Fieldwork occurs from ground
squirrel emergence from hibernation beginning 15 April and continues
until after all pups are marked after emergence from the natal nest
on 15 July. Assistants will trap and mark adult ground
squirrels, observe and record their behaviors during diurnal
activity, and trap and mark complete litters. Rustic living
conditions include cabin (shared accommodation), outhouses, and
separate kitchen (note: only emergency telephone) at the Miller
Biological Station, Kananaskis Field Stations. Assistants must
be able to work independently and under cold springtime conditions.
Lodging and local transportation are provided, but
transportation to Alberta and board costs (about $10/day) are not.
Good health, ease of remote and isolated living, and curiosity
are required. A unique experience as part of a team learning
about the wonders of nature in a beautiful environment is
guaranteed. Please send a statement of interest, CV, and
contact information for 3 references to F. Stephen Dobson (Auburn
University) at fsdobson@msn.com.
Deadline is 1 April 2012.
Posted 1/27/12
Job Opportunities -- Summer Seasonal Field Technicians -
Domain 10 (Colorado) & Domain 3 (Florida)
Overview
The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is a $430 million
dollar observatory project dedicated to understanding how changes in
climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology. For the
next three decades NEON will collect a comprehensive range of
ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic
domains representing US ecosystems. NEON will use cutting edge
technology including an airborne observation platform that will
capture images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile,
relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated ground
sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews who
will observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect
soil and water data. A leading edge cyberinfrastructure will
calibrate, store and publish this information. The Observatory
will grow to 300+ personnel and will be the first of its kind
designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at
continental scales.
Summary
Under the direction of the Field Operations Manager, Seasonal Field
Technicians will assist with field observation, sample collection
and handling, sample processing and sample shipment of a variety of
taxa.
Multiple seasonal positions available. Full-time and part-time
positions available.
Location - Colorado
Field work will occur at Central Plains Experimental Range (CPER) in
north central Colorado near Nunn, in north eastern Colorado near
Sterling, and at Rocky Mountain National Park. Laboratory
activities will occur at the NEON Support Facility in Boulder, CO.
The primary work location for positions will be Boulder, CO.
Location - Florida
Field work will occur at Ordway-Swisher Biological Center near
Gainesville, FL, Disney Wilderness Preserve near Poinciana, FL, and
Jones Ecological Research Station near Newton, GA. Laboratory
activities will occur at the NEON Support Facility in Gainesville,
FL. The primary work location for positions will be
Gainesville, FL.
Schedule
This is a temporary assignment expected to begin in April to June
2012 and continue through August to September 2012. Daily and
weekly work schedule will fluctuate. Work days can be up to
twelve hours long. Work days may be split with morning and
evening work. At times work will begin at dawn and go through
dusk. Work week can include weekends and occasionally may be
up to 12 consecutive days.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Assists with plot establishment; locates plots
with GPS units, measures and marks plots, places and sets traps
• Performs and assists with sample collection;
records data, checks and resets traps, handles samples in field
according to NEON protocols
• Performs and assists with sample processing and
preparation; records data, sorts samples, utilizes laboratory
equipment such as soil sieves, Wiley Mill, drying ovens, analytical
balances
Education and Qualifications
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid US driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred Experience
• Bachelor's degree in an associated scientific
discipline (ecology, forestry or related field)
• Previous experience conducting ecology related
lab or field work
• Previous experience trapping small mammals and
collecting blood samples (small mammal techs only)
• Experience backcountry hiking and navigating
(maps, compass, and GPS)
• Backcountry safety training course or other
safety training
• Experience leading hikes, or assisting nature
societies with seasonal nature observations
Skills and Abilities
• Ability to follow written and verbal
instructions, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm
• Able to supply personal gear (adequate clothing
and boots, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a
team
• Proficient in MS Office including Excel and Word
• Attention to detail and accuracy
Physical Abilities
• Ability to hike off-trail for distances up to 3
miles with packs of up to 25 lbs (carrying field equipment)
• Ability to work in variable weather conditions,
at remote locations, on difficult or hazardous terrain
Housing/Transportation
• Individuals are responsible for their own
housing and transportation to primary work location.
Apply online at www.neoninc.org
NEON Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities,
Veterans and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply.
Posted 1/27/12
Student Research Assistant in Global Change Ecology, USDA
Grassland Soil and Water Research Lab, Temple, TX
Two student research assistant positions will be available in summer
2012 to assist with studies of the effects of global change on
grassland ecosystems. The student will assist with several research
projects studying the effects of atmospheric carbon dioxide on
native grassland productivity and diversity, the effects of
precipitation variability on the productivity of native grasses used
in bioenergy production, and the differences in productivity between
diverse and monoculture grasslands. Duties will include field
measurements of plants and soils, preparation of plant and soil
samples for laboratory analysis, data entry, and maintenance of
experiments. Work outdoors in heat and humidity will be expected. To
be considered, students must have completed their sophomore year
with at least a 3.0 grade point average overall and a 3.5 grade
point average in math and science classes. Work will start no later
than May 16. To apply, send a letter of application, copy of current
transcripts, and contact information for two references with
firsthand knowledge of your classroom/laboratory science experience
and aptitude. Send applications in electronic form only to: Dr. Mike
Aspinwall, University of Texas at Austin, email: mike_aspinwall@mail.utexas.edu.
Posted 1/27/12
Volunteers Needed - Butterfly Garden in Monteverde, Costa
Rica
The Monteverde Butterfly Garden is seeking volunteers! We are an
environmental education center located in Monteverde, Costa Rica
that specializes in insects and spiders. We have a year-round need
for volunteer tour guides, who educate the public about these
fascinating creatures. As a guide you are expected to give 1 to 4
tours each day, help at reception, and perform general maintenance
of the facility. During the tours you are encouraged to handle
insects (though it is not absolutely required) and express
enthusiasm for your subject. In exchange, we can offer housing and
food for three volunteers. This is a great opportunity for students,
recent graduates, or anyone looking to get more experience with
arthropod natural history and taxonomy.
Monteverde, Costa Rica is a town located in the Costa Rican province
of Puntarenas. Known for its immense biodiversity and cloud forest,
Monteverde is a wonderful place to explore and learn about nature.
There are numerous activities available in the town, including
hiking and sightseeing opportunities. If you‚re interested in
volunteering, please email mariposamonteverde@yahoo.com
for more details. For more information about the Garden, visit http://monteverdebutterflygarden.com.
Posted 1/27/12
Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program in Cell and
Molecular Visualization
Brandeis University
SYNOPSIS: Brandeis University seeks qualified applicants for
an NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program
in the Biological Sciences for a 10-week period (May 30 - August 3,
2012).
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact:
Jessica
Maryott
Address: 415
South St. MS 008
Waltham,
MA 02454
U.S.A.
E-mail: jmaryott@brandeis.edu
Program URL: http://www.bio.brandeis.edu/undergrad/summerResearch/index.html
Tel:
781-736-3100
OBJECTIVES: Selected students will be matched with a faculty
researcher, from over 50 in the biological sciences, who will mentor
the student through an independent research project using modern
cell and molecular visualization techniques. Students will
participate in weekly lunch seminars, which will include faculty
research presentations, ethics discussions and professional
development activities such as panel discussion with students and
postdoctoral fellows from the Greater Boston area concerning careers
in medicine, biotechnology and research. Students will develop a
written synopsis of their summer work, with feedback and editing,
and they will participate in a capstone symposium including poster
presentations.
ELIGIBILITY
Participants must be US citizens or permanent residents and should
have completed their sophomore or junior year of study and be
enrolled in an accredited undergraduate college or university. The
sponsor especially welcomes applications from students of
under-represented groups in science, or who come from
economically-disadvantaged backgrounds (for example,
first-generation college students), or who come from academic
institutions with limited resources for research, or who are
students with disabilities (ie. a physical or mental impairment that
substantially limits one or more major life activities).
FUNDING
Stipends of $5,000, plus housing costs and meal allowances will be
awarded to each participant.
Posted 1/27/12
Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program at the
Nebraska Redox Biology Center
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
SYNOPSIS: The Nebraska Redox Biology Center at the University
of Nebraska-Lincoln, offers qualified undergraduates an opportunity
to pursue independent research projects in redox biochemistry.
Research areas range from molecular medicine to environmental
biochemistry and plant biochemistry.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Contact:
Hannah Kahler
Address:
Nebraska Redox
Biology Center
E247
Beadle Center
Lincoln,
NE 68588
U.S.A.
E-mail: redox2@unl.edu
Web Site: http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram/apply.shtml
Program URL: http://redoxbiologycenter.unl.edu/summer
Tel:
402-472-3173
OBJECTIVES: Students will participate in exciting projects at
the cutting edge of research in redox biology. They will
formulate and test hypotheses, develop experimental problem-silving
skills, and receiving training in biochemical, biophysical and
molecular biology techniques. Students will also be exposed to
a variety of instrumentation such as HPLC and FPLC systems, EPR
spectroscopy, mass spectroscopy and microscopy which are located in
the Beadle Center.
ELIGIBILITY
Students seeking a summer research fellowship should have completed,
at a minimum, college chemistry through organic chemistry and one
year of college biology by the end of the Spring 2012 term. Students
with a strong interest in graduate programs are particularly
encouraged to apply. A minimum cumulative grade point average
3.0 is required. Students who will graduate at the end of the
Spring 2012 term are not eligible for this program. Applicants
must also be a U.S. citizewn or permanent resident of the U.S. or
its possessions.
FUNDING
Student will receive a stipend of $5,000 for the ten week summer
program. In addition, the program will provide a
double-occupancy modern dormitory accomodations, a full meals
program, parking on campus (as needed), and access to the University
Health Care and Recreation Centers. A travel allowance may be
for those students who are not able to drive to the University of
Nebraska-Lincoln campus.
Posted 1/27/12
Summer Program in the Biochemical Sciences
University of Kentucky
SYNOPSIS: The Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE)
Department at the University of Kentucky is pleased to offer 10
undergraduate students an active 8-week summer research experience.
Several projects are available in a wide range of areas within
Electrical & Computer Engineering. Students will be exposed to
faculty, graduate students, research staff, and other undergraduate
students in a developing community that incorporates research
activities with field trips, workshops, and other social activities.
Applicants should be majoring in biochemistry, chemistry,
biology or a related subject, and should be seriously considering
pursuing a graduate degree and/or career in biochemical research.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Contact:
Assoc. Prof.
Trevor Creamer
Address: NSF
REU Summer Program in the Biochemical Sciences
Department
of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry
741
South Limestone Street
Lexington,
KY 40536-0509
U.S.A.
E-mail: Trevor.Creamer@uky.edu
Web Site: http://www.mc.uky.edu/Biochemistry/REU/apply.html
Program URL: http://www.mc.uky.edu/Biochemistry/REU/index.html
Fax:
859-257-2283
OBJECTIVES: Participants will receive training in basic
laboratory techniques and safety, and the nuts and bolts of
research. Participants will also be exposed to the wide variety of
career options available in the biochemical sciences. At the
conclusion of the Program, all participants will present their
research as a short talk and/or a poster.
ELIGIBILITY
This REU Site Program is targeted at undergraduates who are
residents of Appalachia and/or underrepresented minorities.
Outstanding applicants from other groups will be considered.
It is a requirement of the NSF that all REU participants be
citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
FUNDING
Students participants will be provided with a stipend and housing in
one of the University of Kentucky's dormitories. Reasonable travel
expenses can be reimbursed.
Posted 1/27/12
Summer Undergraduate Research Program
New York University
SYNOPSIS: The Center for Neural Science hosts a summer
research experience program for undergraduates with an interest in
neuroscience. Students apply for positions in a ten-week
summer program during which they actively participate in research
projects in the laboratories of New York University science faculty.
The program runs from May 29 to August 3, 2012.
Deadline(s): 04/15/2012
Address:
Center for
Neural Science
4
Washington Place
Room
809
New
York, NY 10003
U.S.A.
E-mail: surpinfo@cns.nyu.edu
Program URL: http://www.cns.nyu.edu/undergrad/surp/
Tel:
212-998-7780
Fax:
212-995-4011
DEADLINE NOTE
The department will begin to review applications on a rolling basis
beginning March 11.
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor matches students to laboratories
primarily on the basis of their background preparation and areas of
interest. Students work either directly with faculty or with
graduate students or postdoctoral fellows. Each student
conducts a research project under the direction of his or her
mentor. The projects involve on-going research in the host
laboratory. The students are involved in all phases of the
research process from experimental design to data analysis and
communication of results. In addition to the research
experience, the students meet regularly for neuroscience seminars at
which faculty and graduate students of the NYU research community
from the downtown Washington Square Campus and the NYU Medical
School present summaries of their work, and the summer students
discuss their own projects. At the end of the program, the
students each give a presentation of their own work. The
students prepare an abstract and write a journal-style report on
their work, and give a twenty-minute oral presentation in a special
summer research conference. The primary goal of this program
is to extend the Center's robust neuroscience research opportunities
to non-NYU students. Financial support is available to non-NYU
students through the NSF REU-Site Grant.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicants
should have strong academic records with courses in biology,
mathematics, psychology, and if possible, neuroscience, and a GPA of
3.0. Applicants from any institution will be considered.
Priority will be given to minority students and women. Priority will
be given to pre-PhDs. Applicants must be undergraduates completing
their sophomore or junior year and with at least one course
completed in the field of neuroscience.
Posted 1/25/12
Research Opportunities
Savannah River Ecology Laboratory
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor's research faculty provide research
opportunities to students and faculty members in the field of
Ecology. The sponsor maintains various research facilities in
several different fields, each with unique focuses and capabilities.
Contact: Ken
McLeod
Address:
Education
Program
P.O.
Drawer E
Aiken,
SC 29802
U.S.A.
E-mail: mcleod@srel.edu
Web Site: http://www.srel.edu/research.html
Tel:
803-725-0056
Fax:
803-725-3309
DEADLINE NOTE
Applicants must contact individual research faculty at the
sponsoring organization to discuss opportunities.
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor maintains research facilities that
provide opportunities for internship researchers in the following
areas of ecology: Aquatic and terrestrial ecology; Biogeochemistry
& soil science; Environmental microbiology; Herpetology;
Hydrology; Molecular genetics; Physiological ecology; Conservation
biology; Radiation ecology; Ecotoxicology and risk assessment;
Remediation and restoration.
ELIGIBILITY
The sponsor is open to providing research opportunities working with
its staff to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as faculty
members of other universities. Potential applicants must first
contact an individual staff member that is currently working on a
project in the applicant's field.
FUNDING
The sponsor only provides project-based funding, meaning funding
opportunities will vary depending on which project the applicant
chooses.
Posted 1/25/12
Black-backed Woodpecker Research Technician Position
Field technician needed to assist with investigation of resource
use, demography, and movement of black-backed woodpeckers in the
Black Hills region of South Dakota. We are seeking one highly
motivated individual to assist with a radio telemetry study starting
early May and lasting through mid-August. Work includes capturing
birds, radio-tracking, and associated vegetation sampling.
Proficiency working with birds, knowledge of radio-telemetry
techniques, and a demonstrated ability to work alone and under
difficult field conditions is essential.Candidates must also have
experience driving manual transmission 4-wheel drive vehicles. Work
will be full-time.Pay is $14.00/hr and housing is provided. Please
send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 2
references (name, phone, and email) to Chris Rota at bbwotech@gmail.com. I will
begin contacting qualified individuals for interviews the week of
January 23.
Posted 1/25/12
Paid spring/summer/fall field research positions, mammals
and Lyme disease, Hudson River Valley
Please note below two jobs, with multiple positions each, conducting
ecological field research in upstate NY.
Summer Project Assistant (3 positions): Job Reference
#12001-SF. Research the dynamics of mammalian communities and
the relationships between mammals, ticks, Lyme disease ecology, tree
seed survival, songbirds, and gypsy moths. Duties include
live-trapping small and medium mammals and reliably recording
pertinent data, sampling abundance of ticks, tree seed collection,
and laboratory assays of tick infection with the Lyme disease
bacterium. Early morning and late afternoon hours. Prior
experience handling small- or meso-mammals highly desirable.
Desired dates of employment (35 hours/week) are approximately
April 9 to November 1, 2012. On-site housing is available. Position
reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld.
Summer Project Assistants (6 positions): Job Reference #12002-SF.
Research the dynamics of blacklegged tick populations in
heterogeneous landscapes of Dutchess County in New York's Hudson
River Valley. Duties include sampling the abundance of ticks
and conducting basic vegetation analyses in forested sites
throughout the county. Prior experience in field ecology is
desirable. Desired dates of employment (35 hours/week) are
approximately May 20 to August 1, 2012. On-site housing is
available. Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld.
To apply, send cover letter (indicating job reference number),
resume with educational background and relevant course work, and the
names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three references, to
jobs@caryinstitute.org.
Closing date for applications: February
17, 2012.
Richard S. Ostfeld, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Box AB, 2801 Sharon Turnpike
Millbrook, NY 12545 USA
845 677-7600, ext 136
rostfeld@caryinstitute.org
http://ecostudies.org/people_sci_ostfeld.html
Posted 1/25/12
REU: Plant-herbivore interactions and chemical ecology,
Univ. WI
The Lindroth Research Group at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
is seeking applicants for a National Science Foundation-supported
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position. The
participant will serve on a team investigating the genetic and
chemical determinants of ecological interactions between plants and
herbivores. The project includes both laboratory and field
components. Specific tasks will include monitoring of field
populations for herbivore damage, collection and chemical analysis
of plant tissues, data entry, and maintenance of experimental plants
in the greenhouse and field.
For more information about our research group, see the lab website:
http://entomology.wisc.edu/~lindroth/
Duration of the position is late May through late August, 2012.
Qualifications: Must be reliable, organized, meticulous, and
able to work independently and as part of an interactive team.
Should be able to work outdoors under adverse conditions. Background
in chemistry and ecology is helpful, but not necessary. Will
train suitable candidates.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume (include current gpa), and names
of three references to:
Dr. Liza Holeski
holeski@wisc.edu
Assistant Scientist
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Posted 1/25/12
Avian field technicians needed in mountains of Virginia
FIELD ASSISTANTS (4) needed to conduct Golden-winged Warbler surveys
and monitoring of reproduction in the Alleghany Mountains of
Virginia, 2 hours west of Charlottesville. These
positions are to support a conspecific attraction field experiment.
Three assistants are needed from *~April 20 until June 30 *and
one is needed until* mid August*. Applicants should be willing
and able to work alone in remote conditions, work well in a team,
and have excellent bird observation skills. Applicants should
have some previous field experience, preferably with birds, and have
a valid driver's license. Salary is $1400/month, plus housing.
Applicants must be willing to work six days per week, spend
long hours in the field and potentially camp for one day at a time
with other field technicians. The Allegheny Mountains region
is home to the Washington and Jefferson National Forests with ample
opportunities for hiking and camping. To apply, email a letter
of interest, resume, earliest starting date, and contact information
of three references to Lesley Bulluck at the Virginia Commonwealth
University (email: lpbulluck@vcu.edu).
Also, feel free to contact Lesley via email if you have any
questions.
Lesley Bulluck, PhD
Department of Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Trani Life Sciences Building, 028
Richmond, VA 23284
email: lpbulluck@vcu.edu
phone: 804-828-0072
Posted 1/24/12
Tropical Forest Ecology Research Opportunity in Puerto Rico
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
TROPICAL FOREST RESEARCH EXPERIENCE - GUANICA FOREST
May 15th through December 15th, 2012
Complete applications must be submitted by March 15, 2012
RESEARCH DESCRIPTION: The Dept. of Ecology, Evolution and
Environmental Biology at Columbia University, is seeking to
establish a large (10 hectare) forest plot and carry out tree
measurements in Guánica State Forest in Puerto Rico, a site
designated as a UNESCO biosphere reserve. For this project we
need seven volunteer interns to help establish the plot, map tree
locations, and collect tree census data. Data will then be
entered using database software. Volunteers will work together
in teams under the supervision of two field technicians, spending
long hours in the field (8am until 4 pm, Mon-Fri, with weekends
free), often in hot conditions. While in Puerto Rico
volunteers will have the opportunity to learn about diverse aspects
of tropical ecology from scientists involved in ecological research
throughout Puerto Rico.
PERIOD: May 15th through December 15th, 2012.
STIPEND: $600 per month to cover food and general living expenses.
ACCOMMODATION: Free accommodation in Puerto Rico. Housing is
communal using shared resources. The field site is relatively
isolated and transportation is available on a limited basis.
TRAVEL: Refund of up to $750 towards a round-trip plane ticket from
mainland USA, if not already living in Puerto Rico.
NOTE: We are unable to provide any medical insurance.
REQUIREMENTS: Rising college juniors and seniors or college
graduates with background in biology, ecology, or environmental
science, preferably with field-work experience, knowledge of plant
identification, and excellent organizational skills. Tropical
experience useful, but is not required. We are currently only
considering US citizens and permanent US residents for these
opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants must submit the
following
materials via email to Dr. Maria Uriarte at mu2126@columbia.edu:
1) A letter of interest indicating why you wish to work in the
tropical forest and describing your relevant experience.
Include a statement that you understand your application is
for a volunteer position;
2) Full resume;
3) University transcripts (scanned unofficial transcripts are fine);
4) Names and contact information (email preferred) for three
references. All email attachments must include the name of the
applicant as part of the file name.
Please email further inquiries to Maria Uriarte at mu2126@columbia.edu.
Following phone interviews, we will inform successful applicants in
early April, 2012.
Posted 1/24/12
Allied Whale Intern/ Research Assistant Positions
Allied Whale, the marine mammal research lab of College of the
Atlantic located in Bar Harbor, Maine, seeks 4 intern/research
assistants for the 2012 summer field season. These are entry-level
research positions designed to offer experience for individuals
seeking to develop their professional careers in marine mammal
research. Two three-month positions (June-August) and two five-month
positions (June-October) are available.
OVERVIEW: This is a unique internship program in that the selected
individuals will have the opportunity to participate and receive
training in a wide range of marine mammal research activities while
receiving a small income. Allied Whale currently supports multiple
field projects in the behavioral ecology and distributions of
humpback and fin whales, the ongoing housing and maintenance of the
North Atlantic humpback and fin whale photo ID catalogs, an active
stranding response program, and a continued relationship with the
local whale watch company. In addition, Allied Whale maintains and
conducts research from Mount Desert Rock, a remote offshore island.
The interns play a critical role in the success of the field season
and serve as support to all aspects of summer activities within
Allied Whale.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Once the season is in swing, interns will
rotate through time on land and offshore. While on land, interns
will take shifts of working as a Research Assistant RA)/Deckhand for
the Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. and being on call for boat-based
cetacean surveys on our research vessel.
On land: Research responsibilities on the whale watch tours include
searching for whales, photo-identification of whales and data
collection/entry. Deckhand responsibilities include line handling,
vessel cleaning, helping seasick passengers and passenger safety.
RAs are also responsible for assisting the naturalist in promoting
education and conservation programs on each trip.
While on board our research vessel, interns will be responsible to
participate in cetacean surveys along transect lines, computer
data entry, photo identification of whales, and biopsy sample
collection.
While not on the water, interns may freely structure their time to
complete office work, assist with/develop other projects...or
explore Acadia National Park!
Offshore: Interns will have multiple shifts (at least a week in
length) at our offshore research station Mount Desert Rock. While on
the island, interns will participate in land-based whale monitoring
from the lighthouse tower (with use of a theodolite), opportunistic
small boat photo-identification data collection of whales, seal
counts, and maintenance/construction projects at the station.
PAY/HOUSING: Those accepted to the program are able to earn income
by their work on the Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company. Deckhands are
paid $50 a trip (at the height of summer, there are 3 trips running
a day) plus considerable tips. Interns also receive free First Aid
Certification. Housing in Bar Harbor is provided and mandatory for a
fee. Rent is $300 a month during the summer when all four
interns are present and increases to $500 a month Sept-October for
the two five month interns. While at Mount Desert Rock, food is
provided for free.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have a college background in
biology and/or marine sciences. Previous experience in a research
setting and knowledge of marine mammals are great advantages.
Experience offshore and skills in small boat handling are also
assets. Unfortunately, because of employment through the whale watch
company, all interns must also be U.S. citizens. Most importantly,
applicants must be positive in attitude, flexible to quickly
changing schedules, able to work independently, and comfortable
working on boats. Because of the community living situation both in
Bar Harbor and on Mount Desert Island, applicants must get along
well with others and be able to handle working in a team setting.
These positions begin June 1st and applicants must be able to work
through with no other commitments (excluding COA students). Please
specify which position you are interested in (three of five month).
Deadline of application is March
1st.
Please send a cover letter detailing your reasons for applying, a
resume, and two letters of recommendation to:
Tanya Lubansky (tlubansky@gmail.com)
with subject title "AW Interns 2012"
Posted 1/24/12
Biosphere 2 REU Program Summer 2012
The University of Arizona will be holding a 10-week Research
Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program this summer in
environmental and Earth system sciences at Biosphere 2 (B2 http://www.b2science.org/earth/outreach/reu).
Students will participate in a variety of activities that will help
them pursue a career in environmental sciences. Students will
conduct their own research under a mentor, interact with other
participants and scientists, and present research findings in a
formal symposium setting. A unique part of the B2 REU
experience will be the opportunity to interact with the public who
visit B2 on tour and to obtain training in outreach related to their
research topics. Additionally, students will participate in
professional development workshops, an ethics in science workshop,
and field trips to local attractions. Students in their
Sophomore or Junior years from a wide range of disciplines and
interests including biology, ecology, plant sciences, hydrology,
soil science, geology, atmospheric science, mathematics, physics,
chemistry, or computer science should apply. Students from
underresprented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Only U.S.
citizens or permanent residents are eligible for this NSF funded
program.
Research at Biosphere 2 aims to catalyze interdisciplinary thinking
and understanding about the Earth, its living systems, and its
future. Students in the REU program will conduct research in the
Earth system and environmental sciences that examines some facet of
soil-water-atmosphere-plant interactions. Improving
understanding of these interactions is important in gaining insight
into the impacts and causes of global environmental change and
variation. Key to research at B2 is the use of methods and
techniques that allow linking across scales. Additionally,
some REU projects will be conducted in partnership with the
southwestern Critical Zone Observatory (http://www.czo.arizona.edu/).
Projects will focus on a variety of topics that include (but
aren‚t limited to): coupling ecohydrology and biogeochemistry,
investigating abiotic and biotic contributions to ecosystem
processes, integrating measurements across scales, using innovative
tools to link climate and ecological function, and modeling of
ecosystem and soil processes.
Students will receive: stipend, lodging at Biosphere 2's student
village, food allowance, travel to and from Tucson, AZ
Applications are due February 29
2012, and application material can be found at: http://reu.b2science.org/
Posted 1/24/12
CREW LEADER: BIRD
POINT COUNT, NEST BOX & ARTHROPOD AND VEGETATION SAMPLING
Crew leader needed to coordinate a large survey effort for a
biodiversity study across the northern Oregon Coast Range (with
responsibility for 5 technicians). The crew leader will
coordinate closely with project PI's to train the crew in survey
methodology and bird ID, monitor protocol compliance, schedule field
work, and set a high level of professionalism for the use of shared
crew housing. During the majority of the field season the successful
applicant will balance coordination responsibilities with field
duties including conducting early morning bird point counts,
blue-bird nest box checks, arthropod sampling, vegetation/habitat
sampling and data recording. Applicants should be proficient
navigating in remote backcountry settings and be able to work under
difficult field conditions. Most field days will involve challenging
cross-country hiking through recently harvested stands. Experience
with point counts, knowledge of local bird ID and ability to train
other technicians is required. Position is available from April 2012
through August 2012. Compensation is $2,600-$3,000 per month
(commensurate with experience) in addition to housing (in Dallas or
McMinnville, OR). Please send cover letter, resume, and 3
references with phone numbers and e-mail addresses to: Jake
Verschuyl, National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, Inc.,
P.O. Box 1259, Anacortes, WA 98221. The position will remain
open until filled. Materials may be submitted electronically to: jverschuyl@ncasi.org.
NCASI is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted 1/24/12
BIRD POINT COUNT, NEST BOX & ARTHROPOD SAMPLING FIELD
ASSISTANTS needed to conduct bird point counts and
collect habitat data for biodiversity study across the northern
Oregon Coast Range (up to 3 technicians). Duties include conducting
early morning bird point counts, blue-bird nest box checks,
arthropod sampling, vegetation/habitat sampling, data recording,
safe driving on logging roads, and care for equipment. Applicants
should be comfortable navigating in remote backcountry settings and
be able to work as a team member under difficult field conditions.
Most days will involve challenging cross-country hiking through
recently harvested stands. Experience with point counts, and
knowledge of regional bird ID is desired. Positions available May
2012 through August 2012. Assistants will receive approximately
$2,100-$2,500 per month (commensurate with experience) in addition
to housing (in Dallas or McMinnville, OR). Please send cover letter,
resume, and 3 references with phone numbers and e-mail addresses to:
Jake Verschuyl, National Council for Air and Stream Improvement,
Inc., P.O. Box 1259, Anacortes, WA 98221. The positions will remain
open until filled. Materials may be submitted electronically to jverschuyl@ncasi.org.
NCASI is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted 1/24/12
ARTHROPOD SAMPLING FIELD ASSISTANTS
needed to conduct diurnal arthropod sampling, deploy and recover
nocturnal Lepidoptera (black light) traps, and collect
vegetation/habitat data across the northern Oregon Coast Range
(based in Corvallis or McMinnville, OR). Duties include conducting
leaf-area search arthropod sampling, vegetation/habitat sampling,
placing and retrieving nocturnal Lepidoptera traps, data recording,
safe driving on logging roads, and care for equipment.
Applicants should be comfortable navigating in remote
backcountry settings and be able to work as a team member under
difficult field conditions. Most days will involve some challenging
cross-country hiking through recently harvested stands, occasionally
with heavy loads (> 30 lbs). Experience with arthropod ID to
Family or Genus, through coursework or field experience is desired.
Positions are available from mid-April 2012 through August 2012.
Assistants will receive $2,600-$3,000 per month (commensurate
with experience). Please send cover letter, resume, and 3 references
with phone numbers and e-mail addresses to: Jake Verschuyl, National
Council for Air and Stream Improvement, Inc., P.O. Box 1259,
Anacortes, WA 98221. The positions will remain open until
filled. Materials may be submitted electronically to jverschuyl@ncasi.org.
NCASI is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted 1/24/12
Desert Tortoise Field Tech Positions
The Tracy lab at the University of Nevada, Reno, is hiring 2-3 field
technicians for the spring of 2012.
We are hiring 2-3 field technicians to help with PhD research on
desert tortoise disease ecology. The field season will be
based in Henderson, NV, with regular trips to California, Utah, and
Arizona. This project will involve camping for days at a time.
A regular day in the field will involve hiking 6+ miles in the
desert and sample processing upon return to the apartment/campsite.
The field season will last from late-March through the end of
June. Position will begin and end in Reno, NV.
Stipend: $1000/month plus housing.
Field technicians must have a bachelor of science in biology or a
similar field, or be working toward a degree in biology, and must be
comfortable camping and hiking in the desert. Personal car is
not required.
To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and names and contact
informaton for three references to weitzman.chava@gmail.com.
Interviews will be held in mid-February.
Posted 1/24/12
Summer field research internships
Are you interested in gaining field research experience and learning
about the ecology and evolution of plants and plant-animal
interactions in fragmented prairie? We are looking for 3-5 summer
field researchers for an NSF-funded project on habitat fragmentation
of the tallgrass prairie. We are investigating how small plant
population size influences inbreeding, demography, pollination, and
herbivory in the purple coneflower, Echinacea angustifolia. This is a great summer
internship, REU, or co-op for those interested in field biology or
conservation research.
No experience is necessary, but you must be enthusiastic and
hard-working. You will survey natural plant populations, measure
plant traits in experimental plots, hand-pollinate plants, observe
& collect insects, and assist in all aspects of research.
Housing is provided and there is a stipend. Undergraduate students
have the opportunity to do an independent project as an REU
participant.
If you want more information or wish to apply, please visit this
website http://echinaceaProject.org/opportunities/
or contact Stuart Wagenius. Applications will be reviewed starting 29 February 2012.
Stuart Wagenius, Ph.D.
Conservation Scientist
Division of Plant Science and Conservation
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
phone: 847 835 6978
fax: 847 835 6975
email: echinaceaProject@gmail.com
web: http://echinaceaProject.org/
Posted 1/21/12
Internship and four positions, Orangutan Tropical Peatland
Project
The Orangutan Tropical Peatland Project requires volunteers to help
collect data during our 2012 research and conservation expeditions
in the Sabangau rainforest in southern Borneo, Indonesia.
The Orangutan Tropical Peatland Project (OuTrop) is an independent
research and conservation group affiliated to the Indonesian
University of Palangka Raya, and British universities of Oxford,
Leicester and Exeter. We carry out scientific research on many
aspects of orangutan and gibbon ecology, including their
distribution, density, behaviour and responses to disturbance; and
on tropical peat-swamp forest biodiversity, productivity,
regeneration and restoration ecology. We use these data to monitor
the health of the forest and ape populations, and to formulate
conservation strategies.
Our expeditions are small, rigorous and fully participative.
Volunteers typically join us for seven weeks, during which time they
gain first-hand experience of a tropical forest environment, working
alongside enthusiastic Indonesian researchers and receiving
practical training in field survey skills and project planning. Each
year we offer a limited number of students the opportunity to carry
out their own research projects for their BSc or MSc dissertations.
Many of our previous volunteers have returned as long-term research
assistants and/or gone on to careers or further research in
biodiversity conservation.
More information on the project and how to volunteer can be found on
our website http://www.outrop.com,
or e-mail info@outrop.com.
Regular updates on our work in the field can also be found on our
project blog http://www.outrop.blogspot.com.
We are also accepting applications for four positions: biodiversity
intern, project manager, communications manager, and primate
scientist. For more details, see the above website.
Posted 1/21/12
Summer Field Research Positions: Effects of 2011 Floods on
Missouri River Floodplain Forests
We are looking to hire 2 crew leaders and up to 12 additional field
assistants for a project assessing the effects of the 2011 flood on
floodplain forest vegetation along the Missouri River. Field
work will occur this summerand will concentrate sampling existing
cottonwood forests and new recruitment along segments of the
Missouri River in South Dakota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Montana
(different crews will be assigned to different areas).
CREW LEADERS ($12-$15/hr depending on qualifications)
Preferred Qualifications: A BS or MS in ecology, forestry, botany,
or a related field; strong skills and experience in identification
and sampling of vascular plants in Great Plains riparian
communities; experience with using Geographic Information Systems
(ArcGIS); strong organizational and supervisory/leadership skills;
and valid drivers license and clean driving record.
Experience operating motor boats on large rivers would also be
a plus. Field work will require work for extended periods of
time under sometimes arduous field conditions and in remote
locations away from campus, and may require camping.
Travel expenses (lodging, food) during the field work will be
covered. Expected start date by June 1, 2012 or earlier.
Expected ending date around August 31, 2012 (although
opportunities may exist for some additional work following the field
season).
FIELD ASSISTANTS ($10-$12/hr, depending on qualifications)
Preferred Qualifications: A BS or current enrollment in a
university program in biology, ecology, forestry, wildlife, or
related field; ability to identify (or learn to identify) trees and
shrubs within Great Plains riparian forests; experience with field
research (particularly vegetation sampling); maturity and good
people skills; interest in the work; and attention to detail.
Experience using Geographic Information Systems and experience
boating on large rivers would also be pluses. Field work will
require work for extended periods of time under sometimes arduous
field conditions and in remote locations away from campus, and may
require camping. Travel expenses (lodging, food) during the
field work will be covered. Expected start date by June 10,
2012 or earlier. Expected ending date by mid to late August,
2012.
Potential applicants for either position should email a letter of
interest and a resume or CV that documents relevant experience and
skills (e.g., those related to Preferred Qualifications) to Mark
Dixon (Mark.Dixon@usd.edu)
at the University of South Dakota (http://www.usd.edu/arts-and-sciences/biology/mark-dixon.cfm)
(particularly for positions in South Dakota) or to Dr. Michael Scott
(scottmikeski@gmail.com)
(for positions in North Dakota and Montana). All hiring will
be done through the University of South Dakota. Please
indicate whether you are applying for a crew leader or field
assistant position, and also indicate if you have a geographic
preference for where you would like to work (eastern Montana,
central North Dakota, southeastern SD/northeastern Nebraska).
Posted 1/21/12
Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program
Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality
SYNOPSIS: The program provides summer internship opportunities
for minorities, women, and economically disadvantaged students
pursuing environmental, engineering, science-related, and public
administration careers at colleges and universities across the
United States.
Deadline(s): 03/31/2012
Address:
Mickey Leland
Internship Program, MC116
Human
Resources & Staff Development Division
PO
Box 13087
Austin,
TX 78711-3087
U.S.A.
E-mail: jobs@tceq.texas.gov
Program URL: http://m.tceq.texas.gov/adminservices/employ/mickeyleland/index.html
Tel:
512-239-0102
OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the program is to expose
undergraduate and graduate students to environmental issues and give
them the opportunity to gain professional experience. The sponsor
seeks to: heighten the awareness and encourage the participation of
minorities, women, and economically disadvantaged college/university
students regarding environmental related issues and policies;
develop a diversified work force within Texas' environmental
agencies and private corporations by promoting employment
opportunities for students exploring future professional
opportunities in the environmental fields; and train and equip
students for future careers as environmental professionals.
ELIGIBILITY
Students interested in participating in the Mickey Leland program
must have completed at least 60 undergraduate semester hours at the
end of the most immediate past Fall semester or be a current
graduate student enrollee. Candidates must be enrolled full time
during the current Spring semester and have a minimum academic grade
point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application. All
recipients should be enrolled in environmental and/or
science-related disciplines including, but not limited to, biology,
chemistry, geology, engineering, public health, or public
administration. Students pursuing the following majors are also
encouraged to apply: finance, accounting, business, computer
science, and law.
FUNDING
Interns work full time during the summer (mid-May through August)
and are compensated at a minimum of $2069.33 per month based on
college hours earned and salaries set by participating parties.
Posted 1/21/12
Summer 2012 Positions ? 2 Biological Technicians -
Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Laurel, MD
Summary:
The USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, Maryland is
seeking to hire two full-time temporary student contractors to
assist with the North American Breeding Bird Survey program (www.pwrc.usgs.gov/BBS), a
long-term, continental avian monitoring program. Tasks will include
working with wildlife survey data, performance of quality assurance
and quality control procedures on biological data, data entry,
assisting with database management, photocopying and filing,
preparation of maps and assisting in preparation of administrative
correspondence.
Application deadline:
Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter by
February 21, 2011.
Statement of Work
1. Types of services required: During the spring field season,
approximately 3000 BBS routes are sampled by participants skilled in
avian identification. These data are then processed and analyzed by
USGS to inform avian conservation efforts in the U.S. and Canada.
Tasks will include processing incoming data and materials,
performing data entry and quality control procedures using web-based
and Teleform OCR technologies, tracking progress, assisting with
database management, photocopying, scanning and filing materials,
map preparation, and corresponding with participants.
2. Required expertise/skills:
a. Applicants are required to have completed two years of
undergraduate course work (student must be at least a second
semester sophomore).
b. Applicants must be majors in Biology, Wildlife Management,
Environmental Science, or similar field.
c. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English
both verbally and in writing.
d. Applicants must have knowledge of computer software used to
summarize and visualize data (i.e. Excel and Access), with an
interest in learning more.
e. Knowledge of the distributions and natural histories of North
American birds is not required, but considered a plus.
3. Eligibility requirements: To be eligible for a student contract
position, applicants must be either a currently enrolled student or
a recent graduate. To qualify as a student, the applicant must be
enrolled at least half-time in a degree-seeking program at an
accredited college or university. Former students who graduated more
than 12 months ago or who left school without graduating are not
eligible to work under these contracts. Applicants will be required
to show proof of their student status (or recent graduation). USGS
employees, their spouses, and children are not eligible to
participate in this program. U.S. citizens are eligible. Non-U.S.
citizens may be eligible to participate, depending on their
immigration status and the applicable regulations of the U.S.
Citizenship and Immigration Service (formerly Immigration and
Naturalization Service). Foreign students in the U.S. under F-1
visas are usually not able to participate in this program, due to
USCIS restrictions on off-campus work.
4. Description of working conditions: Work will be performed in an
office environment located on the USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research
Center campus in Laurel, Maryland. Extended periods of computer use
will be required. This is not a field or laboratory position.
5. Compensation: The student contractor will be paid $13.98 per
hour. Student contractors are paid only for hours worked (no holiday
or leave benefits). Student is responsible for all costs of
transportation to and from the principal duty station location. The
Government does not provide housing, meals or other living expenses
while working at the principal duty station. Travel away from the
duty station is not expected.
6. Principal Duty Station: USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center,
12100 Beech Forest Road, Laurel, Maryland 20708-4038. Student
contractors may enter the building only during business hours or
when project manager is present.
7. Additional information: Number of students required is two.
Estimated number of hours for the position is 520 (full-time for
summer). There is a possibility of additional part-time hours
continuing into the fall semester. The approximate start date is May
29, 2010. The approximate end date is August 31, 2010. There is
flexibility in start and end dates to accommodate variations in
academic calendars.
8. How to apply: Send resume and cover letter to Keith Pardieck via
email (kpardieck@usgs.gov).
Applications must be received on or before February 21, 2011. In your cover
letter include an explanation of how you meet the eligibility
requirements, your expected graduation date, and discuss your
experience as related to sections 1 and 2 above.
Keith L. Pardieck
BBS National Coordinator
USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
12100 Beech Forest Road
Laurel, MD 20708-4038
301-497-5843 Tel
301-497-5784 Fax
Breeding Bird Survey - www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbs/
Posted 1/20/12
Paid internship: Pennsylvania Flora
Application deadline: February 15,
2012
Announcing
A one-year internship beginning June 2012, with six hours of
graduate credit at the University of Pennsylvania
Location
Time is split between the Botany Departments of the Morris Arboretum
of the University of Pennsylvania and the Academy of Natural
Sciences of Philadelphia. The Morris Arboretum is located in
northwest Philadelphia. Facilities include botanical laboratories,
greenhouses, and an extensive outdoor living collection of trees and
shrubs. The Academy of Natural Sciences, in Center City
Philadelphia, is the oldest natural history museum in the United
States, including a herbarium of more than 1.5 million specimens.
Facilities available at the Academy of Natural Sciences include the
Laboratory for Molecular Systematics & Ecology. The Intern will
work under the supervision of Dr. Tatyana Livshultz at the Academy
of Natural Sciences and Dr. Timothy A. Block at Morris Arboretum.
Internship Duties
The internship provides work experience in all aspects of managing
collections in a major herbarium and an opportunity to contribute to
a modern state flora program through a research project on some
aspect of the flora of Pennsylvania. Duties include curation of
botanical collections at The Academy of Natural Sciences (www.ansp.org), and participation
in the Pennsylvania Flora Project at the Morris Arboretum (www.paflora.org).
As a member of the internship group at the Morris Arboretum, the
Pennsylvania Flora Intern will participate in workshops, seminars,
and field trips designed to demonstrate the varied aspects of
management and operation of a public garden. The appointment
includes a stipend plus University of Pennsylvania benefits package,
including medical and dental insurance, two weeks paid vacation,
sick leave, and tuition coverage for an additional 6 graduate credit
hours.
Requirements
Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in botany, or biology
with course work in botany.
To Apply
All applicants must complete the Penn online application process. Go
to www.hr.upenn.edu/Jobs/Default.aspx.
Click on the link to staff positions. Click on the Search Postings
button in the left column. In the school/center box, select Morris
Arboretum. Select Pennsylvania Flora Internship from the list of
openings. Follow the instructions to complete the application. Print
and sign a copy of the completed application and send to the address
below.
Also, send a letter of application including statement of interest
in the internship, official college transcript(s), and have three
letters of recommendation sent to:
Pennsylvania Flora Internship
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
100 East Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
For more information, call or email:
Dr. Timothy A. Block
(215) 247-5777, ext. 130
block@exchange.upenn.edu
Posted 1/20/12
Jobs: field technicians
Job #1:
SHOREBIRD FIELD TECHNICIANS (2) needed 16 April through 30 June for
ongoing research on shorebird migration ecology along New Jersey's
Delaware Bay shore. Delaware Bay is recognized as an internationally
important staging area for shorebirds during spring migration.
Duties include extracting birds from mist-nets, banding, weighing
and measuring birds, recording data, point counts, surveying for
color-banded birds, and data entry. Mist-netting and bird banding
experience necessary. Ability to identify shorebirds of the eastern
U. S., color-band resighting experience, and proficiency with MS
Excel or Access preferred. Applicants must be able to work
independently or as part of a team, possibly work long hours or
occasionally six days/week, in occasionally hot and buggy
conditions. Start date can be flexible. Salary $1800-2200/month
depending on experience. Must have own vehicle. Housing and
reimbursement for gas provided. Send cover letter of interest,
resume, and three references by 15
March to René Buccinna, Cape May Bird Observatory,
600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210, rene.buccinna@njaudubon.org.
NJ Audubon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job #2:
INVERTEBRATE FIELD TECHNICIANS (2) needed 18 April through 24 June
for research on abundance and diversity of infaunal food resources
for shorebirds along New Jersey's Delaware Bay shore. Duties include
soft-sediment core sampling (often from a small inflatable boat),
sediment and fecal-sample processing (sieving, washing), and
identification of prey items to the highest taxonomic level
possible. Sampling will be conducted at two sites, representing a
natural soft-sediment tidal marsh, and a managed impoundment with
partial tidal restriction. Ability to identify marine and freshwater
invertebrates of the eastern U.S. preferred. Applicants must be able
to work independently or as part of a team, possibly work long hours
or occasionally six days/week, in occasionally hot, muddy and buggy
conditions. Salary $1800/month. Must have own vehicle. Housing and
reimbursement for gas provided. Send cover letter of interest,
resume, and three references by 15 March to René Buccinna,
Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House,
NJ 08210, rene.buccinna@njaudubon.org.
NJ Audubon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
René Buccinna
Admin. Asst., Research and Education
NJ Audubon
600 Route 47 North
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Email: rene.buccinna@njaudubon.org
Phone: (609) 861-1608 ext.13
Posted 1/20/12
Coral Reef Conservation Summer Internship Announcement:
Caribbean Area
7th Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Announcement: Caribbean Area
Opening Date: January 18, 2012
Closing Date: February 29, 2012
Internship winner notified: March 30, 2012
Internship period: June to August 2012
APPLY BY MAIL or EMAIL TO:
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service-Southeast Region
1875 Century Blvd, Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30345
Attn: Nikki Lamp, Ph.D. Ph: 404-679-7118
Email: nikki_lamp@fws.gov
The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF); Department of
Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and Office of Insular
Affairs; U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources
Conservation Service, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration are pleased to announce the 7th Annual Governor
Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef Conservation Summer Internship
for the Caribbean Area.
This internship is in recognition of the late Governor's outstanding
leadership and contribution to the conservation of U.S. coral reef
ecosystems. The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an
eloquent and impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and
management at the local level, not only in American Samoa, but
throughout the U.S. and the Pacific region. This summer internship
continues the Governor's legacy by providing an outstanding college
or university student a unique opportunity to gain valuable,
professionally formative experience in coral reef conservation
policy and management, while also contributing to the overall
efforts of the hosting agency (FWS) and the USCRTF.
It provides an 8-10 week summer internship for an eligible student
(see eligibility information below) interested in natural resource
management and coral reef ecosystems to work at the Caribbean
National Wildlife Refuge and contribute to the Guánica Bay /
Rio Loco Watershed Partnership. The internship covers salary and
transportation costs. The program is designed to provide the
selected student with career-enhancing experience through work on
coral reef conservation and management initiatives. The student will
be involved with productive, hands-on job assignments in watershed
management and natural resources conservation and enhancement as
they relate to coral reef ecosystems and initiatives in the
Caribbean area. The selected student will be paid by the FWS and
must be willing to work on a full-time schedule during the summer
break.
Location:
The selected student will work in the FWS Caribbean Islands National
Wildlife Refuge Complex, located in Cabo Rojo, PR.
FWS Program-Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP)
What STEP provides:
STEP allows temporary appointment of students for 8-10 weeks.
Positions can be filled in the areas of natural resource and
watershed management with emphasis on coral reefs, marine policy,
science, biology, and soil conservation.
Who is Eligible?
- A student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree-seeking
student in an accredited technical or vocational school, 2-year or
4-year college or university, or graduate or professional school.
- Is at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen.
- Taking at least a half-time course load as determined by the
academic institution.
Pay and Qualification Requirements:
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico: (rate includes 14.16% locality pay)
- GS-3 - $11.95 per hour - comppletion of one year of study
- GS-4 - $13.41 per hour - completion of two years of study
- GS-5 - $15.00 per hour - completion of four years of study
Transportation expenses for students recruited outside of the area
of employment and housing (at the Caribbean Islands NWR Complex)
will be available.
Application Material
All applicants wishing to be considered for the Sunia internship
should submitthe following material:
- Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
- A resume with relevant experience and activities.
- One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant
employer.
- A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral
reefs in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this
internship will benefit your career goals related to coral reef
management.
Application material may be sent by mail or email and must be
received no later than February
29, 2012, 5:00 PM eastern time.
Posted 1/20/12
2012 Nebraska Summer Research Program.
Nebraska's summer program offers research opportunities in the
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. A complete
listing of faculty mentors and research project descriptions can be
found on our website at http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram/.
Students can also find information about program benefits including
a competitive stipend, room and board, travel expenses and more.
Summer 2012 programs include:
Applied Mathematics
Bioenergy Systems
Biomedical Engineering
Chemistry
Nanomaterials and Nanoscience
Optics and Laser Physics
Redox Biology and Biochemistry
Virology
During the Nebraska Summer Research Program, students receive
first-hand exposure to research and the experiences of graduate
school. They work closely with faculty mentors and research teams of
graduate students and other summer scholars. Students also have
opportunities to participate in meaningful social and professional
development activities outside of the laboratory.
Our online application makes it easy for students to apply. Priority
review begins Wednesday, February 15 and all applications are due Monday, March 1. Students
historically underrepresented in graduate education and students
from academic institutions where research programs are limited are
especially encouraged to apply.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact me directly.
Justina Clark
Summer Research Program Director
Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Office of Graduate Studies
justinaclark.graduate@unl.edu
Posted 1/19/12
Ohio Nature Conservancy Job Openings
The Ohio Nature Conservancy has several job openings for Oak
Openings Restoration Assistants. These are six month positions
starting this spring and working at locations between Toledo and
Ives Road Fen. For more details, go to https://careers.nature.org/psp/P91HTNC_APP/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL
and type "Ohio" in Keywords.
Posted 1/19/12
Blue Hill Bay Coastal Monitoring Intern 2012
The Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI), a nonprofit
organization based in Blue Hill, Maine, is recruiting to fill a
Coastal Monitoring Internship position for the field season 2011.
This is a full-time position requiring an 8 month commitment from
May through December.
MERI is a scientific research and education organization dedicated
to understanding the impacts of environmental pollutants on wildlife
and human health, and to interpreting this information to a broad
audience. Current projects include a marine coastal monitoring
initiative and a long-term eco-toxicological investigation of
northwestern Atlantic harbor seals.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual working toward a
career in coastal marine ecology, natural resource sciences, or
conservation biology to gain practical experience in the field and
in the lab. The ideal candidate will possess a personal interest in
marine ecology and ecosystem monitoring and a commitment to the
mission of the organization.
*Primary Job Responsibility*
This position will involve assisting the Research Department with
the implementation of the *Blue Hill Bay Coastal Monitoring
Project*. Primary responsibilities will include water quality
sampling at fresh and marine water sites, phytoplankton monitoring
and identification, laboratory water chemistry analysis, invasive
species collection and identification, monitoring pinniped haul out
sites and behavior, crewing MERI's green research vessel, data entry
and basic data analysis. Additional duties may include assisting
with research outreach activities.
*Job Description: *
- Conduct in-situ water quality monitoring using a
DataSonde multi probe and sample collection at marine and freshwater
sites throughout the Blue Hill Bay watershed
- Collect biological samples in the field and identify
them in the lab
- Prepare for each field day by calibrating and
maintaining field instruments
- Perform lab chemistries and bacterial assays following
established standard operating procedures and quality assurance
protocols
- Monitoring and recording pinniped haul-out sites and
behavior
- Assist with data entry, updating field logs and
lab maintenance
- Help run the volunteer water quality monitoring
program
- Assist with preparation of result summaries, reports,
fact sheets and presentations
- Be responsible for the education and training of
junior interns and students in monitoring techniques
- Articulate and promote the MERI mission to the public
- Perform other duties relating to the organization's
goals and mission as required
*Reports to:** * Monitoring Project Coordinator
*Qualifications**
Applicants should possess a BS or MS degree in marine ecology,
environmental sciences, marine biology, conservation biology or a
related major. Marine field and laboratory experience, and basic
boating skills are required. Experience with spectrophotometers and
multi-parameter probes and a familiarity with environmental sampling
methods and statistics are preferred. Experience identifying
phytoplankton and coastal invasive species is desirable. Applicants
must also be able to work outside in a variety of environmental
conditions. They must also be comfortable working on a marine
research vessel and be available to work occasional nights,
weekends, and holidays as needed.
Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint,
and Excel is required; photography, statistics (SPSS), Microsoft
Access, EndNote and graphics experience is desirable. Knowledge of
Gulf of Maine marine phytoplankton species is recommended. Applicant
must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Only US citizens should apply. Position requires some physical
activity and applicant should be able to lift up to 40 lbs, walk
carrying fragile equipment on uneven ground.
*Time Requirements:** *May - December (Flexible start) Full-time (40
hours/week); additional hours to be agreed upon by employee and
Director. Possibility of extension.
*Compensation: *Stipend and shared housing in Blue Hill,
Maine. Housing is within walking distance to Marine
Environmental Research Institute. Interns are responsible for all
travel expenses and food.
*To Apply:
*If you are interested in applying for this position, please state
where you found the internship posting and submit a cover letter,
resume, three references with the subject line "Coastal Monitoring
Internship" by April 1st
to:
Meggan Dwyer, Coastal Monitoring Coordinator at mdwyer@meriresearch.org
Please, no phone calls.
Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI)
PO Box 1652, 55 Main Street
Blue Hill, ME 04614
Website: www.meriresearch.org
MERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Posted 1/19/12
SHOREBIRD FIELD ASSISTANTS needed for study on stopover
ecology in Northeastern China
Location: Dandong (Yalujiang River estuary), Liaoning, China.
Duration: March 25- May 25, 2012
Job type: Seasonal
Application deadline: Feb. 28,
2012
Job site: Dandong is a coastal wetland, a Protected Area, and also
an Important Bird Area. It is a major staging site for tens of
thousands of shorebirds (great knots, bar-tailed godwits, dunlins,
etc.) along the East Asian-Australasian Flyway. Dandong is a
hot-spot for migrants and provides an unparalleled opportunity to
witness thousands upon thousands of shorebirds, as well as other
Palearctic/Oriental birds.
Job description: We are looking for TWO volunteers to help
conservation scientists monitor and research shorebirds along the
East Asian-Australasian flyway. As a research assistant, you will
work in a group of 5-7 people and assist in the following tasks: 1)
a radio-telemetry study on the movements of great knots, 2) an
assessment of migratory restlessness and orientation of great knots,
and 3) measuring and banding shorebirds. In addition, you will be
able to experience the unique culture of Northern China and witness
first-hand the ancient art of whistling-lures. We will provide board
and lodging for the duration of the study, though the assistants are
responsible for the costs of travel to and from China.
Qualifications: 1) Applicants should be enthusiastic, physically
fit, enjoy travel, and be willing to work long hours in the field.
2) Applicants should speak English or Mandarin Chinese.
To apply: Please send 1) a cover letter and resume and 2) a letter
of recommendation from a professional to the following email
addresses: zhijunm@fudan.edu.cn
/ zhijun.fudan@gmail.com.
Posted 1/19/12
Marine Education Intern
The Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI), located in Blue
Hill, Maine, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to scientific
research and education on the impacts of pollution on marine life,
and to protecting the health and biodiversity of the marine
environment for future generations. We are currently offering three
Marine Education Internships for the 2012 Summer. These are
full-time positions requiring a commitment of 11 weeks (June 18th -
August 31st). Current work includes community-based marine education
programs, water quality monitoring, and field research on the
effects of pollution on marine mammals. MERI's education programs
focus on marine life along the rocky Maine coast and promoting
environmental awareness and stewardship.
A marine education internship is an excellent opportunity for an
individual working toward a career in marine science education or
environmental education to gain practical experience in the field.
The ideal candidate will possess a personal interest in the marine
environment and a commitment to the mission of the organization.
*Primary Job Responsibility: *
This position will involve working closely with senior Education
Staff in key components of the MERI education program, including
leading boat and island ecology trips for children and adults,
planning and implementing educational science materials for adult
and child community programs, assisting with teen programming, and
assisting with the day-to-day operation of the MERI Center for
Marine Studies.
*Job Description: *
• Assist with the implementation of educational programming,
including educational boat cruises, Teens for Healthy Oceans
Program, MERI's Summer Classes, Ocean Story Hour, Ocean Video Night,
and Ocean Aquarium Room programs.
• Interpret exhibits in the Ocean Aquarium Room to visiting groups
and the general public
• Assist with day-to-day operation of the MERI Center for Marine
Studies, including staffing the reception desk and the Ocean Room,
and attending some weekend and evening programs and special events
• Help maintain Ocean Aquarium, including collection of species for
exhibit in the tanks
• Work with Education Department staff and volunteers to reorganize
and catalogue the Sea Lending Library
• Compile background information, assist with production of Fact
Sheets, Teaching Kits and informational materials as assigned and
for an individual project subject area
• Articulate and promote the MERI mission to the public
• Stock and maintain educational program materials
• Set up and clean areas required for educational programs
• Perform other duties relating to the organization's goals and
mission as required
*Reports To:*
Education Program Coordinator and Education Director
*Time Requirements:*
June 18th - August 31st (11 weeks); Full-time (min. 40 hours/week)
*Compensation:*
Housing in Blue Hill and a stipend are available. A common house is
used, where interns live together and are responsible for cooking
and cleaning duties. Rooms may be shared with one other person.
Interns are responsible for all travel expenses and food.
*Qualifications: *
Applicants should be working towards or possess a BA or BS degree
(Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors are encouraged to apply) in
environmental education, marine sciences, biology, environmental
sciences or a similar major. Applicants should demonstrate
enthusiasm for teaching science-related topics and preferably have
experience teaching science to groups of students, ages 2-18.
Applicants should be able to work well independently and as part of
a team. Good public speaking and writing skills are required.
Applicants must be flexible, able to adapt to a changing work
environment, and at times, be available to work evenings, weekends,
and holidays.
Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Word, Power
Point, Excel required. Must possess a valid drivers license, and a
good driving record. Knowledge of First Aid, CPR, and water safety
is a plus.
*Deadline: opened until positions filled*
*To Apply:*
Please state where you found the internship posting and send a cover
letter, resume and contact information for three (3) references by
e-mail to Martha Bell, Education Director at mbell@meriresearch.org.
Marine Environmental Research Institute
55 Main St.
Blue Hill, ME 04614
207-374-8980
www.meriresearch.org
Posted 1/19/12
Field Technician Position in large-scale field experiment
Multiple field technician positions are available to work within a
large-scale experiment on restoration of plant and animal
communities in fragmented habitats. Research will include studies of
the effects of corridors on various aspects of plant and arthropod
dispersal. Tasks will include study site preservation, building,
establishment, emptying, and maintenance of traps, and seed /
arthropod identification. Opportunities for independent research
projects exist for qualified individuals. Technicians will join a
team of several principal investigators (Joshua Tewksbury -
University of Washington, Lars Brudvig - Michigan State, Tomas Carlo
- Penn State, Ellen Damschen and John Orrock - U. Wisconsin -
Madison, Nick Haddad - North Carolina State U., Doug Levey -
University of Florida), postdoc John Herrmann, and several
undergraduate and graduate students, and be provided exposure to
numerous research questions and approaches. Positions will begin as
early as mid-February 2011, and will last for a minimum of three
months; however, possibilities for extension exist and applicants
are encouraged to indicate dates of availability in their
application letter. Pay rate will be $10.00/hr. Technicians will
live near New Ellenton, SC, where the field site is located.
Successful candidates will hold or be working towards a bachelor's
degree in ecology, biology, or a related discipline and must be able
to endure hot and humid conditions and long hours in the field.
Previous field research experience is desirable. Because the
Savannah River Site is a highly secure area run by the U.S.
Department of Energy, non-United States citizens may have difficulty
gaining clearance to work there.
Additional information about the project is available on the web at:
http://www4.ncsu.edu/%7Ehaddad/Corridors/Corridors.html
http://brudviglab.plantbiology.msu.edu/?page_id=406
To apply, please email a CV or resume and letter describing past
experience, why this position is interesting or important to you,
dates of availability, and contact information with email addresses
for two references to John Herrmann: ecojohn@u.washington.edu.
Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of
applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled.
Posted 1/19/12
Summer Internship Program
Harbor Branch Oceanographic
Institute
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor provides support for a Summer
Internship Programfor qualified undergraduate and graduate students
interested in marine-related fields.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Address:
Summer Intern
Program
c/o
Human Resources Office
5600
U.S. 1 North
Fort
Pierce, FL 34946
U.S.A.
E-mail: intern@hboi.fau.edu
Web Site: http://www.fau.edu/hboi/education/internships/
Program URL: http://www.fau.edu/hboi/education/Summer_Intern_Application_2012.pdf
Tel:
772-465-2400
Fax:
772-466-3644
OBJECTIVES: The internship program is designed to give
qualified undergraduate and graduate students experience in a
research environment. The areas of study may include, but are not
limited to: aquaculture, biomedical marine research, marine biology,
marine mammal research, marine natural product chemistry, marine
microbiology, ocean engineering, ocean technology, and oceanography.
ELIGIBILITY
Undergraduate Interns must be currently enrolled in a full-time
program, have completed at least the equivalent of two years of
college and currently seeking a four-year degree. Graduate Interns
must be currently enrolled graduate students or graduating seniors
who have been accepted and are pre-registered for a graduate
program. All applicants must be in good academic standing as
evidenced by submission of a current official transcript. Students
must be at least eighteen years of age. Students who are not U.S.
citizens must have a current visa with authorization to receive
stipends or be on an educational visa. All other applicants must
have a social security number.
FUNDING
Compensation for undergraduate and graduate interns is $3,000 and
$3,500, respectively, for the 10-week program. Interns are
responsible for their own housing and transportation. Furnished
student housing, with cooking and laundry facilities, is available
on campus, on a first-come, first-served basis. Current housing
costs and other details are provided to interns accepted into the
program.
Posted 1/19/12
Tibor T. Polgar Fellowships
Hudson River Foundation
SYNOPSIS: Summer fellowships of $3,800 each provide
support for graduate or undergraduate students to conduct research
on the Hudson River. Objectives include the gathering of
important information on all aspects of the river and to train
students in conducting estuarine studies and public policy research.
Limited research funds are also provided.
Deadline(s): 02/20/2012
Address: 17
Battery Place
Suite
915
New
York, NY 10004
U.S.A.
E-mail: info@hudsonriver.org
Web Site: http://www.hudsonriver.org
Program URL: http://www.hudsonriver.org/polgar.htm
Tel:
212-483-7667
Fax:
212-924-8325
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor provides support for
undergraduate and graduate students to conduct summertime research
on the Hudson River. The objectives of the program are to gather
important information on all aspects of the river and to train
students in conducting estuarine studies and public policy research.
Polgar Fellowships may be awarded for studies anywhere within the
tidal Hudson estuary from New York Harbor to the Federal Dam at
Troy, New York, including the four marshes of the National Estuarine
Research Reserve (Stockport Flats, the Tivoli Bays, Iona Island
Marsh, and Piermont Marsh).
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible applicants are full-time undergraduate or graduate
students. Each potential fellow should be sponsored by a
primary advisor who is willing to commit sufficient time for
supervision of the research and to attend at least one meeting to
review the progress of the research.
FUNDING
Fellowships provide a summer stipend of $3,800. Limited
research funds (maximum of $1000) are also provided. Advisors
will receive a stipend of $500. Up to eight fellowships will
be awarded.
Posted 1/19/12
Undergraduate Research Intern in Agro-ecology
We seek an undergraduate research intern at the MacArthur
Agro-ecology Research Center (MAERC) at Buck Island Ranch, Lake
Placid, Florida http://www.archbold-station.org/archboldbiosta/html/education/intshipsturesearch/index.html.
MAERC is a Division of Archbold Biological Station located on a
10,500-acre commercial cattle ranch, and is dedicated to long-term
ecological research, education, and environmental stewardship. The
intern will be expected to work for the agro-ecology research
program for 20 hours per week and work on an independent project for
20 hours per week. The intern will assist with ongoing research and
monitoring projects at MAERC, including projects in freshwater
wetland ecology, ecosystem services, and long-term monitoring of
ecological communities and water quality. The successful candidate
should have a B.S in biology, ecology or related field and have some
field research experience. We seek a highly motivated team player
with a strong work ethic who is capable of rigorous fieldwork under
hot, humid subtropical conditions, and is willing to live in a
remote rural location. This position includes a $100.00 per week
stipend paid bi-monthly with gratis room and board provided on site.
The approximate term is from March 1 - August 31, 2012. Internships
are expected to last between 6 and 10 months. Applicants should send
1) a letter of interest, 2) a resume, and 3) names, phone numbers
and e-mail addresses for three references by Feb 13 to:
Dr. Betsey Boughton at eboughton@archbold-station.org.
Position will remain open until filled. For further information
contact Dr. Boughton via e-mail, at (863) 699-0242 or visit our
website www.maerc.org.
Archbold is an equal opportunity employer and encourages
applications from women and minorities.
Posted 1/19/12
2012 Summer Chainsaw/Trail/Restoration Team Member
Description:
Spend your summer working and camping outside at some of Nevada's
premier natural areas. Serve alongside international volunteers and
college students from across the country while making a lasting
contribution to Nevada's natural heritage. Gain valuable field
experience while working on habitat improvement, restoration, and
recreation projects with the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land
Management, National Park Service, and local and state agencies.
Projects include trail building and maintenance, hazardous fuels
reduction, and habitat restoration.
Compensation:
This is an AmeriCorps position, and candidates will receive a living
stipend of $3,500 for the summer. This is not an hourly wage or a
salary and is paid to members bi-monthly throughout their term of
service. Upon completion of AmeriCorps service members shall receive
an additional education award in the amount of $1,468 that can be
used for paying off student loans, or paying tuition for a Title IV
accredited college.
Timeline: May 21, 2012 - August 16, 2012
Potential Conservation Projects:
Trail building and maintenance
Exotic species removal
Hazardous fuels reduction
Habitat restoration
Riparian restoration
Illegal road decommissioning
Duties:
Maintaining a positive and professional attitude at all times while
providing service.
Communicating with agency project staff.
Complying with both production and quality work standards
established by NCC administration, crew supervisors and project
partners.
Contributing to basic duties at the campsite including cooking,
cleaning and organizing crew equipment.
Work Schedule: Crew members serve in the field on either a 4-day-on,
3-day-off or 8-day-on, 6-day-off schedule.
Training:
Members will participate in orientation from May 21, 2012 to May 26,
2012, where they will receive training in technical skills related
to the specific crew they are placed on. Members will also be
trained in leave-no-trace ethics and CPR/First Aid.
Locations:
Lake Tahoe Basin
Great Basin National Park
Spring Mountain NRA
Mt Rose Wilderness Area
Ely, Nevada
Qualifications:
To qualify, you must be over 18 years of age and a US citizen that
has received a high school diploma or GED. All offers of employment
are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the
National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal
background check. Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps
Education Award (limit of four in a lifetime or the equivalent of
two full-time education awards).
To Apply:
Step 1: Click here https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=43464
Step 2: Click "Apply" then register.
Step 3: Once registered login and complete the application.
Step 4: Click the "Search Listings" link and search for program
name: Nevada Conservation Corps
Step 5: Click on the position then hit the "Apply Now" button at the
bottom of the listing.
Please direct all questions regarding the application process to
Bridget Walden at bwalden@thegreatbasininstitute.org.
These AmeriCorps positions are made possible by a generous grant
from the Nevada Commission for National and Community Service. This
program prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion,
sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Persons with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posted 1/19/12
K-State REU Site Program in The Ecology and Evolution of
Changing Environments
Kansas State University (K-State) invites applicants for a 10-week
REU Summer Program. The focus of the program is on the mechanistic
understanding of ecological and evolutionary responses to short- and
long-term responses to changing environments. Research projects will
address biological patterns observed in changing environments by
examining underlying genetic, developmental, physiological, or
ecological mechanisms. The program is hosted by the Ecological
Genomics Institute, Konza Prairie Biological Station, and the
Division of Biology at K-State. Over 30 faculty from the Division of
Biology and Departments of Entomology, Geography, and Plant
Pathology will serve as potential mentors. Participants will learn
modern approaches in ecology and evolutionary biology, attend
professional development seminars, travel to important ecological
sites and genomic centers in Kansas and Missouri, and have two
opportunities to present their research. The program covers costs of
accommodations and meals. Participants will also receive a generous
10-week stipend. The deadline for applications is the 1st of March 2012. More
information is available by visiting http://www.ksu.edu/reu or by
contacting the PIs (Dr. Bruce A. Snyder and Dr. Theodore J. Morgan)
at biologyreu@ksu.edu.
Posted 1/19/12
Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
-Tucson, Arizona
The REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) program is a
National Science Foundation-sponsored endeavor wherein
undergraduates receive a stipend to conduct independent research
projects under faculty guidance and mentorship.
The Archer/Breshears Labs in the School of Natural Resources and the
Environment at the University of Arizona in Tucson seeks an
undergraduate student to participate in the REU program for the
summer of 2011.
An application form and a flier describing the program (research
questions, qualifications, start date, expectations, application
deadline, etc.) can be found at: http://ag.arizona.edu/research/archer/
Application Deadline: March 15,
2012 (or until suitable candidate is found).
Posted 1/19/12
Fire Resources/ Vegetation Management Field Tech
Working cooperatively with the BLM Winnemucca District Office, GBI
is recruiting a Field Technician to work cooperatively with BLM's
vegetation management Field Lead. The Technician will work on
emergency stabilization and rehabilitation (ES&R), fuels, and
weed projects. Duties include following established field protocols
to conduct vegetation monitoring and data collection with GPS units
on new and existing monitoring sites. Other duties will include
assisting with project planning and implementation of ES&R,
fuels and weed treatments. GIS duties include uploading and
downloading GPS and working in ArcGIS to create shapefiles, boundary
files, etc., as well as entering monitoring data into existing
databases. Duties will include using ArcGIS and District databases
to assist in the creation of new monitoring location sites, as well
as entering project implementation and effectiveness monitoring data
into databases. In the event of new Wildland fires on District
lands, the Technician may assist and support the post-fire
assessment team with writing new ES&R plans, learning how these
plans are affected by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),
and the requirements of NEPA in preparing ESR Plan documents.
Location:
The BLM Winnemucca District Office (WDO) lies roughly in the
northwest part of Nevada, nested in the basin and range province of
the western U.S. The WDO is approximately 2.5 hours east of Reno, NV
and 2 hours west of Elko, NV on I-80, and 5.5 hours south of Boise,
ID on State Highway 95. Elevations range from approximately 4,000
feet to close to 10,000 feet. The District encompasses roughly 11
million acres, of which 7.38 million acres are public lands managed
by the BLM.
Compensation:
o $11,472 living stipend
o $2,775 Education Award*
o Student loan forbearance*
o Paid Medical and Dental Benefits
* AmeriCorps Education Award may be used for past, present or future
education experiences, including payment of qualified student loans.
Timeline:
o Start Date: April 2, 2012 - September 28, 2012; potential for
extension pending funding and favorable performance review
o Full time, 40 hours per week
Qualifications:
o Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, such as: Botany, Wildlife
Biology, Range Ecology, Natural Resources Management, Environmental
Resources or related subject matter;
o Previous experience collecting field data and/or following
established field collection protocols;
o Experience using GIS software (e.g.: ArcMap) to upload, create and
manipulate data and maps;
o Experience working with basic Microsoft computer program (e.g.:
Word, Excel, Access);
o Experience utilizing hand-held GPS equipment for navigation or
data collection;
o Ability to read, interpret and navigate using topographic maps;
o Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience,
including Agency staff, stakeholders and the public at-large;
o Motivated, self-starter and detail oriented;
o Possess valid, clean state-issued driver's license with ability
and/or experience operating a 4x4 vehicle on- and off-road,
experience operating a manual transmission preferred; and
o Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments, in
remote locations, on uneven terrain, and physically fit to carry
field and personal equipment.
o Familiarity with invasive plants of the great basin and associated
natural resource issues preferred.
o Pass National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) and federal
criminal background checks.
How to Apply:
Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter,
their résumé, and a list of three professional
references to Stacy Mitchell, HR Assistant at smitchell@thegreatbasininstitute.org.
Please include where you found this position posted.
This program is available to all, without regard to race, color,
national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political
affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.
Posted 1/19/12
Job: field ecology RA, Mexico
*FIELD ECOLOGY RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS*
LOCATION: Sonoran Desert/Gulf of California, Bahia de Kino (Kino
Bay), Sonora, Mexico
DURATION: late April through June 2012 (flexibility in exact
start/end dates).
DESCRIPTION: Three highly motivated research assistants are sought
for field studies on the ecology and evolution of the pollination
mutualism between senita cacti and senita moths and the protection
mutualism between senita cacti and ants in the Sonoran Desert.
Successful applicants will contribute to data management through
computer database software and to data collection through the
implementation and monitoring of experimental and observational
studies in the field. Research topics include pollination ecology
and plant reproductive biology, insect behavior and life histories,
and demography and population dynamics of plants and insects.
Opportunities exist for successful applicants to develop independent
projects. Further information on the research can be found at http://bchs.uh.edu/~nholland/index.html
QUALIFICATIONS: Applications should have background in, be pursuing,
or have a degree in biology, botany, ecology, entomology,
environmental studies, or other related field. Successful applicants
should be able to work independently and as a part of a team, during
often long irregular (nocturnal) hours under harsh, hot
environmental conditions. Attention to detail, ability to manage
multiple tasks, and computer skills (MS Excel) are desirable;
bi-lingual English-Spanish skills are desirable, but not required.
Successful applicants must be able to show respectful, tolerant
behavior of others while living together in a beach house on the
Gulf of California.
COMPENSATION: Housing, food, and a monthly stipend.
APPLICATION: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and
the names, addresses, and e-mails of three persons who can provide
letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent by e-mail, as
a single pdf attachment, to Dr. Nat Holland: jnhollandiii@gmail.com.
Review of applications will begin March
16, 2012 and continue until the positions are filled.
J. Nathaniel Holland, Ph.D.
Research Associate Professor
Dept. of Biology and Biochemistry
University of Houston
369 Science and Research Building 2
Houston, Texas 77204-5001
Phone: 713-743-2666
FAX: 713-743-2632
Posted 1/17/12
Community Development Internship in Ecuador
We are now accepting applications for the Spring session of the
Community Education and Sustainable Development Internship, in the
Community Learning Center in the small rural community of Camarones,
which runs from March 15 through May 13!
Join our team in working within the community of Camarones to
develop educational, vocational, and social development projects!
We are currently running programs including: English language,
environmental education, culture and arts, family movie nights,
vocational workshops, and social events in the community. We
are looking for interns to help run these programs as well as work
on community projects which include: organizing a community market
event, reforestation project, school garden project, teen program,
and women's workshops.
If you are interested in learning more about the position, please
click on the link below to download the program descriptions of each
respective program. http://3malliance.org/index.php?id=320
How to Apply: First, peruse our website (3malliance.org), which includes
a 10-minute video and an extensive photo gallery of past interns and
the community.
Then, if you want to apply for the internship, send an email to
Laura Randall at laura@3malliance.org
with the following subject heading: "Community Education Internship"
with a formal resume - and the answers to the following questions:
1. What stage of life are you at right
now? (Finishing university, starting university, working
professionally, between jobs?)
2. Why do you want to participate in
this internship?
3. What relevant skills or experience
do you have, if any?
4. How is your Spanish?
5. When would you like to come?
We look forward to hearing from you!
Posted 1/17/12
Tropical Conservation, Permaculture & Research
Internship in Ecuador
A few years ago, a few of us - ecology, economics, and business
graduates - founded a nonprofit organization called Third Millennium
Alliance. We raised some money and bought a lot of land in a
critically-endangered rainforest and established an ecological
reserve. There was a small patch of previously-degraded land right
in the middle, where we have built an innovative and surprisingly
comfortable research station out of bamboo, by hand. Immediately
surrounding the house we are designing/growing/building a living
laboratory of sustainable resource management (i.e. permaculture).
Our goal is 100% food self-sufficiency within 10 years. So far,
we're maybe 20% of the way there. Likewise this is a testing ground
for appropriate technology, such as off-the-grid renewable energy,
water treatment and management, organic pesticide production, etc.
We are also in need of various biological research projects and
inventories.
Priorities for the Spring Internship include:
• Forest mammal inventory with photo trap cameras
(on-going project)
• GIS mapping of the reserve
• Organic pesticide research and development
(on-going)
• Forest succession research
• Entomology (insect) inventory (even if it's just
a partial inventory)
• Mushroom propagation system
• Implementing of a small-scale aquaculture system
If you would like to learn more, please visit our Internship page on
our website, where you can download a PDF file which includes a
detailed program description, at: http://www.3malliance.org/index.php?id=320
After reading the PDF file, if you would like to apply, send an
email to the address listed in the program description. We hope you
work with you!
Sincerely,
Bryan Criswell, Isabel Dávila, Jerry Toth
Directors, Jama-Coaque Reserve
Third Millennium Alliance
Jama, Ecuador
www.3malliance.org
Posted 1/17/12
Avian Point Count Technicians, Interns, and Crew Leader
Wanted
Avian Point Count Technicians (4), Interns (4), and Crew Leader
(1)neededfor research on source-sink dynamics of migratory forest
songbirds in southern Indiana. All positions will begin on
approximately 1 May 2012 and continue through approximately 15 July
2012. Primary duties forall positions will involve early-morning
point counts to census avian communities, afternoon vegetation
surveys, and data entry. Other responsibilities may include (but are
not limited to) equipment maintenance, managing databases, proofing
entered data, etc. Technicians will have the additional
responsibility of helping to train the interns on bird
identification and point count methods, and the field crew leader
will be responsible for supervising and coordinating daily work for
2-3 employees throughout the season. All employees will be expected
to work long hours with early starts in relatively difficult field
conditions (e.g., high humidity, thorny understory, ticks, poison
ivy, etc.). This is an opportunity to be part of one of the
largest-scale demographic studies conducted on a Neotropical migrant
passerine. The study is being conducted through a partnership among
the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center (P. Marra, S. Sillett, and B.
Ryder), Oregon State University (M.G. Betts), the Institue for Bird
Populations, and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development
Center (R.A. Fischer). A study overview can be found at http://nationalzoo.si.edu/scbi/migratorybirds/research/marra/wood-thrush.cfm,
and further information about M.G. Betts' Landscape Ecology Lab can
be found at http://www.fsl.orst.edu/flel/index.htm.
Successful candidates for all positions will have excellent
navigational abilities, meticulous data collection skills, the
ability to work independently, good inter-personal skills, and a
valid driver's license. Technicians will have extensive experience
conducting avian point counts and estimating distances to detected
birds (preferably eastern birds). Interns may have little to no
formal point count experience, but should have moderate bird
identification skills and a willingness to study eastern bird
identification prior to the start of the field season. The crew
leader should have additional experience with ArcMap GIS software,
GPS units, database management, logistical coordination, and will
exhibit excellent leadership skills. Housing will be provided for
all positions, and salary is $2200/month for the crew leader,
$1800/month for technicians, and $600/month for interns.
To apply, please send electronic copies (PDF or MS Documents) of 1)
a letter of interest, 2) a C.V, and 3) the names and contact
information for three work references to:
Jonathon Valente
U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center
Jonathon.J.Valente@gmail.com
(preferred)
502-315-6714
Please specify which position(s) interest you. Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions
are filled.
Posted 1/17/12
LUMCON 2012 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
Program: Interdisciplinary Research Experiences in Changing
Coastal Environments
The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) invites
undergraduates to apply for our NSF-sponsored, 2012 REU program in
Interdisciplinary Research Experiences in Changing Coastal
Environments. We are recruiting highly motivated
undergraduates from around the country interested in gaining
hands-on research experience. Successful applicants will
receive a $5000 stipend, room and board at the Marine Center, funds
to support transportation to and from LUMCON, and research and small
boat use funds.
Each student will spend ten weeks (May 28th - August 3rd) at LUMCON
conducting independent research projects with guidance from
scientific mentors/mentor teams while interacting with peers
participating in other aspects of LUMCON's summer field program.
Each student is paired with a scientific mentor based on
mutual research interests. Areas of research for this summer
include biogeochemistry, benthic ecology, coastal geology, coastal
hypoxia, wetland science, ecosystem ecology, fisheries and
aquaculture, phytoplankton ecology, and Gulf Oil Spill impacts.
The program is open to current undergraduates (typically rising
juniors and seniors) who are US citizens or permanent residents.
Students from underrepresented groups in science, from small
colleges, and first generation college students are encouraged to
apply. Applications are due February
15, 2011. More information about the program and
application materials can be found at http://www.lumcon.edu/REU.
Prospective applicants may also send questions to reu@lumcon.edu.
LUMCON, located in Cocodrie, LA, was formed in 1979 to coordinate
and stimulate Louisiana's activities in marine research and
education and is situated within a dynamic coastal habitat that
inspires a myriad of research questions along a freshwater to
saltwater continuum. LUMCON faculty and their research teams
focus on a variety of related research themes across these diverse
habitats, including river/ocean interactions, coastal productivity,
delta formation and degradation, human and environmental impacts
(including the immediate and long-term impacts of the recent
Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill), and organismal ecology. LUMCON's
setting combined with expertise of the faculty and mentor pool
provide a unique opportunity for REU students to participate in a
scientific research and professional mentoring program that
interfaces fundamental research questions in dynamic coastal
ecosystems to science-based policy and management activities.
Posted 1/15/12
Calder Summer Undergraduate Research (CSUR) NSF-REU Program
Fordham University
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor and the Louis Calder Center Biological
Station are offering paid research opportunities for undergraduate
students to gain research experience in a variety of biological
field studies.
Deadline(s): 03/30/2012
Address: Louis
Calder Center - Biological Field Station
P.O. Box 887
Armonk, NY 10504
U.S.A.
E-mail:
REUatCalder@fordham.edu
Web Site: http://www.fordham.edu
Program URL: http://www.fordham.edu/academics/office_of_research/research_centers__in/the_louis_calder_cen/research_opportuniti/index.asp
Tel:
914-273-3078,
x10
Fax:
914-273-2167
OBJECTIVES: Students work closely with staff ecologists at the
Calder Center and have access to study sites at the station and
nearby ecosystems, such as the Hudson River, Black Rock Forest, Long
Island Pine Barrens, Mianus River Gorge, Catskill Mountains, and at
several sites along the New York Urban-Rural Gradient. Students
complete a research project of their own design, attend short
courses on conducting ecological field studies and data analysis,
and make a presentation of their findings to researchers in the area
and members of the station. The Calder Center had supported
undergraduate and graduate student research since 1967. Our mission
has been to offer students hands-on experience and training in a
wide variety of studies, including forest ecology, limnology,
wildlife ecology, microbial ecology, Lyme disease, insect-plant
interactions, evolutionary ecology, and the effects of urbanization
on ecosystem processes.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be undergraduate students.
FUNDING
The participants receive a stipend of $5,000, plus travel funds.
Free housing at the station is also provided.
Posted 1/14/12
Black Rock Web Database Intern
Position Objectives:
The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the BLM Winnemucca
District Office, is recruiting an intern to support the Black Rock
Station by maintaining the station web site and assisting in the
development of a web-based database. Web site responsibilities will
include: maintaining cultural and natural resource information,
updating events and recreation information, creating a monthly
calendar of events for the Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon
Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area, and monitoring web site
forums, site visits, and other feedback. Additionally, this intern
will support recreation management by contributing to education and
outreach programs for school and community groups. Activities may
include delivering public talks, updating event information on the
Black Rock Station website, and coordinating community events for
such occasions as Earth Day.
Contract length: February 20, 2012 - August 24, 2012
Compensation:
o $ 8,000 Living Stipend
o $ 2,775 AmeriCorps Education Award
o Student loan forbearance
Location: The Great Basin Institute is hiring one intern to serve
with the Nevada Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Winnemucca District
Office. The selected applicant will be based out of Reno and efforts
will be focused specifically on the Black Rock Station, located at
the southern edge of the Black Rock Desert on the Winnemucca
District. Terrain is typical of the Great Basin and Black Rock
Desert, with wide long valleys bordered by mountain ranges. Field
conditions include hot, arid days with high exposure to the sun, and
potentially cold, damp winter weather. Resources include big game
habitat, Wilderness Study Areas, active grazing allotments,
abandoned mine lands, historic and prehistoric cultural sites, and
wild horse management areas.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in one of the major natural
sciences or recreation;
• Experience creating, designing, and/or
maintaining websites desirable;
• Understanding of basic principles related to
field science and data collection;
• Experience coordinating community events;
• Experience developing and/or facilitating
education and outreach programming for natural and/or cultural
resources;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written
and orally, with a diverse audience;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and
Photoshop Elements 10;
• Experience using Dreamweaver CS5.5 desirable;
• Experience with HTML coding desirable;
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team
setting;
• Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver's
license and the ability to operate a 4WD vehicle on and off paved
roads; and
• Meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1)
U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status, (2) eligible to
receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limit of four in a lifetime
or the equivalent of two full-time education awards), and (3) pass
National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) and federal criminal
background checks.
How to Apply:
Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter,
their résumé, and a list of three professional
references to Bridget Walden at bwalden@thegreatbasininstitute.org.
Posted 1/14/12
Wanted: Ecology Field Research Assistants in Wooster, Ohio
*Position Description:*
The Agricultural Landscape Ecology (ALE) Lab studies working
landscapes, which are modified by humans to provide shelter, food,
fiber, and fuel. Our research examines how disturbances within these
landscapes such as the invasion of exotic species, land use changes,
or agricultural management practices influence insect communities.
We are especially interested in the conservation of beneficial
organisms such as parasitoids, predators and pollinators that
provide vital agroecosystem services such as pollination and
herbivore suppression. These are positions intended for students
looking to gain field and research experience. Successful applicants
will have the opportunity to work closely with an MS or PhD student
to carry out large research projects. Our lab is part of the Ohio
State University's Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center
(OARDC) located in Wooster, Ohio.
*Qualifications:*
Ability to work in the field under summer conditions (heat, rain,
sun, biting/stinging insects), long drives, possible overnights,
early mornings, and a background in biology and/or ecology. Previous
experience in, or a strong interest in learning, insect and spider
identification. Plant identification and GIS experience a plus.
Applicants must be a current undergraduate student or recent
graduate (less than 6 months). A valid driver's license is required.
*Length of Season: *Flexible start dates beginning in May or June
running until August or later (see descriptions below).
*Pay Rates: *
Pay rate $8.50/hr for approximately 40 hrs/wk (can change weekly
depending upon necessary field work).
*Housing and Area Information: *Applicants would need to arrange
lodging for themselves. Fully furnished and flexible living
opportunities are only a short walk away from campus (http://www.docsier.com/) or
within a short commute (http://www.epmapartments.com/apartmentsearch.aspx'state=3DOhio&building=3D6=641).
Wooster is a town of approximately 26,000 located 50 mi south of
Cleveland and 35 mi southwest of Akron. Medical and dental services,
shopping, and a variety of restaurants are located downtown or just
north of town. There are also many recreational parks in the area.
*APPLY BY: *February 29, 2012
*1. Pumpkins and floral resource strips:*
Disturbances that accompany the production of agricultural crops can
negatively impact beneficial arthropod communities and the
arthropod-mediated ecosystem services they support. However, the
introduction of floral resources to provide habitat and alternative
food and prey for beneficial insects has been shown to increase
their diversity and abundance. This project will investigate how the
addition of a perennial floral strip consisting of native Ohio forbs
and grasses and an annual floral strip of sweet alyssum will
influence both beneficial insect communities and the biocontrol and
pollination services they supply within pumpkin agroecosystems.
Desired dates: June - August, with potential to work part-time into
the fall. Please send cover letter with a description of interests
and skills along with a CV/resume (with references) to Ben Phillips
(phillips.1030"at"osu.edu).
*2. Urban land use change and the influence on arthropod
communities*:
Many urban areas experiencing economic decline, such as Cleveland,
Ohio, contain large areas of vacant land under consideration for
environmental restoration or redesign. Spiders are important natural
enemies within these greenspaces and may serve as a model system for
understanding how urban land use changes influence animal
communities and the ecosystem services they provide. This research
measures the composition of spider communities and their potential
prey within maintained vacant lots and also those repurposed as
community gardens and grasslands for biodiversity refugia.
Field season runs from early June until mid-August. Provides
opportunities to meet people working in urban gardens and urban
ecology. Field work takes place within the metropolitan Cleveland
area and Metroparks; early morning starts, no overnights. Lab work
includes sorting samples using a microscope and patience. Please
contact Caitlin Burkman (burkman.7"at"osu.edu) with a short
description of interest and skills and a CV/resume (including
references) or any questions.
*3. Pesticide exposure of pollinators:*
Pesticide use is often cited as a potential factor leading to
decline among beneficial arthropods; however it is difficult to
determine the actual environmental exposure of an organism within
its foraging range. Our goal is to understand how landscapes
influence exposure of bee species to pesticides. Must not be
allergic to bees or afraid to work with live beehives. Contact
Scott Prajzner (prajzner.1"at"osu.edu) with a short description of
interest and skills and a CV/resume (including references).
Posted 1/13/12
Environmental Education Internships--Naturalist Leadership
Program Coordinator
Nantucket Maria Mitchell
Association
SYNOPSIS: The Maria Mitchell Association is searching for
high-energy, motivated individuals with a desire to work with young
adults, expand their teaching and natural history skills, and share
their passion for the environment. All curricula are designed with a
combination of outdoor education, adventure programs and
conservation education.
Deadline(s): 03/15/2012
Contact:
Whitney Morris
Address:
Director of
Education
4
Vestal Street
Nantucket,
MA 02554
U.S.A.
E-mail: wmorris@mmo.org
Program URL: http://www.mmo.org/index.php?id=396
Tel:
508-228-9198
Fax:
508-228-1031
OBJECTIVES: The NLP Coordinator designs and instructs classes
for young adults, ranging in ages from 13 - 15 years old, in topics
such as natural science, marine biology, and environmental
conservation. Activities range from snorkeling, sailing, beach
explorations, research projects, fishing, data collection, wetland
studies, live animal programs, orienteering, kayaking, insect
collecting, etc. This position works closely and collaboratively
with both the Natural Science and Aquarium staff. The position
includes 2.5 weeks of paid and mandatory training followed by 10
weeks of program instruction. In addition to facilitating the
Naturalist Leadership Program, this individual will, also, be
involved in the daily operations at MMA's Natural Science Museum and
Aquarium: animal care, leading guided tours of our facilities,
public outreach programs, and special events.
ELIGIBILITY
pplicants must have completed at least two years of college
coursework in education and/or natural sciences (or have relevant
work experience). Interns must be confident in leading groups,
initiating activities, working independently, and team teaching.
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible, willing to
work long hours (possible nights and weekends), and be able to live
and work well with others. Prior experience in environmental
education experience, working with middle school-aged children,
and/or curriculum development is highly encouraged.
FUNDING
Coordinator receives $3000/summer (May 31st, 2011 - August 24th,
2011) which includes housing.
Posted 1/12/12
Environmental Education Internships--Environmental
Education Instructor
Nantucket Maria Mitchell
Association
SYNOPSIS: The Maria Mitchell Association is searching for
high-energy, motivated individuals with a desire to work with
children (ages 4 - 12 years old), expand their teaching and natural
history skills, and share their passion for the environment.
Deadline(s): 03/15/2012
Contact:
Whitney Morris
Address:
Director of
Education
4
Vestal Street
Nantucket,
MA 02554
U.S.A.
E-mail: wmorris@mmo.org
Program URL: http://www.mmo.org/about/internships/envedinternship.html
Tel:
508-228-9198
Fax:
508-228-1031
OBJECTIVES: Instructor positions are comprised of 2.5 weeks of
paid and mandatory training followed by 10 weeks of natural science
and conservation themed class instruction. Capitalizing on the
unique natural setting of Nantucket, interns will gain valuable
experience in developing and implementing curriculum for a variety
of topics relating to both terrestrial and marine ecosystems.
Program activities will include snorkeling, sailing, beach
explorations, nature hikes, wetland studies, survival skill
instruction, live animal programs, orienteering, kayaking, games,
art projects, insect collecting, etc. Additional
responsibilities may involve assisting with special events, public
programs, museum and aquarium operations, Saturday classes &
events, and other facets of the Association's day-to-day operations.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must have completed at least two years of college
coursework in education and/or natural sciences (or have relevant
work experience). Instructors must be confident in leading
groups, initiating activities, working independently, and team
teaching. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible,
willing to work long hours (possible nights and weekends), and be
able to live and work well with others. Prior experience in
environmental education, working with elementary-aged children,
and/or curriculum development is highly encouraged. A current
driver's license is preferred.
FUNDING
Instructors receive $2700/summer (May 31st, 2011 - August 24th,
2011) which includes housing.
Posted 1/12/12
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Forest Monitoring Technicians Summer 2012
The Pennsylvania State University School of Forest Resources is
hiring one seasonal technician to collect forest monitoring data in
eight national parks in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, including
the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, New River Gorge
National River, and Gauley River National Recreational Area. This is
the sixth year of a long-term monitoring program investigating
forest condition at these national parks. The position begins in
mid-May 2012 and continues for 12 - 15 weeks with compensation of
$12-15 per hour depending on experience. The technician will travel
to and be housed in or near a national park each week. Reasonable
travel expenses will be reimbursed. Applicants should
enjoy working outdoors in a variety of conditions and be able to
identify common trees and shrubs of Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Training or experience in forest ecology and collecting forest data
is desirable. Knowledge or experience in one or more of the
following areas is highly desirable: forest pests and pathogens;
forest soils; and/or identification of herbaceous and graminoid
plants. Applicants should be able to navigate in the woods by
compass and using GPS. The ability to hike long distances over steep
terrain will also be required. Additional tasks will include data
entry and quality control of data.
If interested, please send a brief cover letter, a resume, and
contact information for three references to Stephanie Perles (sjp16@psu.edu) by February 13, 2012.
Posted 1/12/12
2012 Summer Internships at the Center for Ohio River
Research & Education [LOCAL]
Thomas More College Biology Field
Station
(www.thomasmore.edu/fieldstation)
The Center for Ohio River Research and Education (CORRE) at the
Thomas More College Biology Field Station is offering 10 paid
research Internships for undergraduate students. These internships
are primarily in the fields of aquatic biology, ecology and
environmental science. Projects involve animal husbandry (fish &
mussels), aquaculture, aquatic toxicology, big river sampling,
bioassessments & biomonitoring, and DNA sequencing. Funding for
the internships has come from a variety of grants, including the
Boone County Conservation District, DUKE Energy, the Hamilton County
Park District, the Rivers Institute at Hanover College, the
Sanitation District, and the Toyota USA Foundation. Internships
include a stipend of up to $3000 and free onsite housing. (Part-time
internships, environmental educators, camp mentors, and work-study
positions are also available for qualified students.)
Applications are due by Friday,
March 02, 2012
(Selections will be made no later than Friday, March 30)
The CORRE interns will be assigned to one or more of the following
projects:
• Bioassessment of the Ohio River. This study is part of the
long-term monitoring of the Ohio River near Zimmer Power Plant in
Moscow, OH which began in 1971. Work includes physiochemical
sampling, fish collections and habitat analyses. The hours are
generally from 9am-12pm and 6-9pm, Monday-Friday. Night
electrofishing will occur from 9pm-12am four times during the study.
Fish tissues will be collected for DNA sequencing analyses.
• Stream Assessments: This project entails extensive stream
assessments throughout Northern Kentucky, in conjunction with the
Sanitation District No. 1 and the Boone County Conservation
District. Interns will work alongside biologists from these agencies
to conduct bacterial tests, physiochemical sampling, fish &
macroinvertebrate collections and habitat analyses. All work will
occur during the day from Monday-Friday.
• Aquaculture and Mussel Research: This internship entails working
in the aquaculture lab at the Station, designed for the propagation
of fish used in aquatic toxicology studies by the USEPA. Work
includes daily harvesting of eggs, physiochemical sampling, tank
maintenance and toxicity testing. In addition, interns will conduct
experiments, in collaboration with the Ohio State University, to
identify fish species that serve as hosts for native mussel larvae.
This internship is primarily lab-based, unlike the previous two
which are primarily field-based.
• Other Projects: Smaller research projects, including a lake survey
for the Hamilton County Park District, a tracking study of the
invasive Asian carp species, and curatorial work on the John W.
Ferner Vertebrate Zoology Collections will also occur this summer.
Interns are eligible to participate in these projects, in addition
to their main assignments.
Brief Descriptions of the Summer Internships
I. Research Internships
There are approximately 10 full-time internship positions available
which entail a $3,000 stipend over the course of the summer and free
on-site housing. (Interns may commute as well, if they prefer.) Most
positions begin in mid-May and end on August 10, with a mid-summer
break around the 4th of July. (The DUKE Energy project begins later
on June 01.) Interns choosing to live on-site may move in beginning
May 04 and stay through August 12.
NOTE: For students who wish to earn academic credit for their
internship, they may register for credit(s) in the fall semester at
their home institution. The expectations for these credits will be
outlined prior to registration.
II. Other Positions (Interns and other students are eligible to
apply for these additional positions at the Station.)
• Environmental Educators (~20 hours/week during the month of May):
Positions entail serving as field trip instructors for grade school
groups who visit the Field Station for hands-on science activities.
The hours are 9:00am-1:00pm, Monday –Friday. The pay rate is $10/hr.
• Work-Study Jobs (throughout the summer at $7.25/hr): Positions
entail performing tasks in landscaping, maintenance and custodial
work. Hours are flexible and determined by the Station Director and
each intern.
• Camp Mentors (July 15-July 20): Students will serve as camp
mentors during a S.T.E.M. camp for approximately 40 high school
students from local schools. Mentors will stay in the residence hall
for the week with the campers and assist faculty with the daily
educational activities and social events throughout the week. A
stipend of $100 and meals are provided.
• Summer Courses: Two courses will be offered at the Field Station
during the months of June and July. The first is Aquatic Toxicology,
taught by aquatic biologist and ecotoxicologist, Dr. Jim Lazorchak
from the USEPA. The class will meet from 6:00-8:45pm on Tuesdays
from June 05 - July 24. (This course is geared towards science
majors.) The second is Environmental Law and Policy taught by
environmental attorney and water policy expert, Olivia Green,
Research Fellow at the USEPA. This class will meet from 6:00-8:45pm
on Thursdays from June 07 - July 26. This course is open to all
majors.
NOTE: For students in these other positions and for those enrolling
in summer courses, on-site housing is also available.
Eligibility (These are the minimum requirements for eligibility.)
• Good Academic Standing and a minimum 2.75 G.P.A.
• Successful completion of General Biology I & II or General
Chemistry I & II (or equivalent courses)
Application Materials (Hard copies or electronic applications are
acceptable.)
• Cover Letter (that addresses one’s interests and motivation,
relevant experiences and long-term professional goals)
• Letter of Recommendation (submitted with the other materials)
• Application Form (can be found at http://www.thomasmore.edu/fieldstation/internship.pdf)
• Submit all application materials to:
Chris Lorentz, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology
Thomas More College
333 Thomas More Parkway
Crestview Hills, KY 41017
chris.lorentz@thomasmore.edu
(Hard copies or electronic applications are acceptable.)
Posted 1/12/12
KBS Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
Michigan State University
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor offers a series of programs to involve
undergraduates in their research. These positions give students an
opportunity to conduct full-time research under the supervision of
faculty.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Address: W. K.
Kellogg Biological Station
3700
East Gull Lake Drive
Hickory
Corners, MI 49060
U.S.A.
E-mail: KBSsummer@kbs.msu.edu
Web Site: http://www.kbs.msu.edu/education/internships-reu
Program URL: http://www.kbs.msu.edu/education/internships-reu/456-kbs-research-experiences-for-undergraduates-reu
Tel:
269-671-5117
Fax:
269-671-2165
OBJECTIVES: Research projects available for 2012
include: Bio/computational Evolution in Action CONsortium
(BEACON)--Rapid evolution of the legume-rhizobium mutualism in
response to N-deposition; Geographic mosaic of coevolution: tests
using aquatic bacteria and viruses; Signaling and Selection in
Damselflies. Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
(GLBRC)--Influence of soil trace gas emissions on plant
productivity; Drought tolerance of switch grass clones; Managing
grasslands for production and diversity.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must have a U.S. citizenship with undergraduate status to
participate in these programs.
FUNDING
This program is 10 weeks long (28th May to Aug 3th). Students
receive: a $4,250 stipend plus free room and board.
Posted 1/10/12
Prescribed Burn Technician
Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve, a field station of the
University of Minnesota, is looking for 4 personnel to assist in our
spring prescribed burn program. The positions will start
either March 26 or April 2 and end May 11 or May 18th (7 weeks).
Hours are variable, especially on days we burn. There is
the possibility of over time on weeks we burn a lot. Housing is
available on-site for $280-$330. Pay is $10 to $12 per hour
depending on experience.
The Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve itself is a nine square
mile tract of land 35 miles north of the Twin Cities. Because of its
fortunate location in mid-continent at the triple meeting point of
three great biomes of North America, it carries much of the
continent's biological heritage. Cedar Creek is endowed with a
diverse mosaic of prairie, savanna, sedge meadows, bogs, open water,
forests, and even abandoned agricultural fields. Its large size,
great natural diversity, and uniform soil substrate make it ideal
for ecosystem studies. To learn more detailed information aboutthe
Cedar Creek area, its experiments, researchers, and habitats please
visit our website at www.cedarcreek.umn.edu.
Of Cedar Creeks 5400 acres, we manage about 900 acres of this
through prescribed burning. Our burns consistof oak savanna,
prairies, restoration units, and experimental plots that are on some
type of burning frequency. Our prescribed burns can
range from 1/2 of an acre to 100 acres in size. We burn about 500
acres annually, about 20 areas.
Main Duties:
Duties include prepping burn units, assist burning the units, and
monitoring and mopping up the units after burning.
Other Duties:
1. DNR smoke chaser help. The possibility to
assist the DNR on extreme fire danger days or days we are not
burning. (please note this will be considered a separate job
through the local DNR)
2. Research field help. Assist with various
field research tasks, i.e. weeding, mowing, etc.
Qualifications:
1. Must hold or be willing to obtain a "red card"
with moderate back-pack qualification.
2. Be willing to work evenings or weekends if
needed.
To apply, please email the following materials together in one email
by February 17th, 2012
(1) A completed application form (http://www.cedarcreek.umn.edu/about/employment/internships/2012PrescribedBurnTechnician.shtml)
(2) A resume (maximum of two pages)
(3) A cover letter
(4) A transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
(5) Two references
All materials should be emailed to ccintern@umn.edu. If you have
any questions regarding the application process or the internship
please email the above address or call 763-434-5131.
You will be considered for this internship if (a) you are a US
citizen or (b) a foreign citizen attending a US college or
university full-time.
The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer and
educator
Posted 1/9/12
Summer Field Opportunities: Yosemite, CA and Wind River, WA
These four summer positions involve tree mortality surveys in two
25.6 ha forest dynamics plots, one in Yosemite National Park
(old-growth sugar pine/white fir) and one in the Gifford Pinchot
National Forest, WA (old-growth Douglas-fir/western hemlock). Tasks
include revisiting each tree and recording mortalities, ingrowth,
and coarse woody debris recruitment. Mortality checks require
hatchet use. Staff will supervise students and volunteers. Two weeks
of on-the-job training in late-June/early-July at the Yosemite
Forest Dynamics Plot.
Qualifications: Previous experience taking vegetation research data
and ability to follow complex data collection protocols is required.
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to solve problems and to
work both independently and in teams of two or three. Work will
involve moving through sometimes steep terrain with delicate and
expensive equipment, as well as the ability to carry up to 15 kg of
additional gear. Knowledge of western flora, tree pathogens, and
western forest insects is desirable. Staff must have a driver's
license and a Wilderness First Aid/CPR certification (or higher)
valid until October 31, 2012 (if you are not certified, please
include your plans for certification in your cover letter).
Other: Practical experience in the operation and maintenance of
electronic and mechanical equipment, familiarity with a variety of
software and instrumentation, and experience with periods of outdoor
living are all positives.
Duration: Mid-June - mid-October 2012 (2 positions); mid-June -
September (2 positions).
Salary: $12 to $15 per hour, depending on experience. Camping
accommodations provided during training in Yosemite. Bunk
accommodations provided in Wind River. The work schedule is four,
ten hour days per week.
Apply: Please assemble the following into a single PDF file and
email it to jlutz@uw.edu - 1) A
one-page cover letter describing your interests and reasons for
applying, 2) A resume or CV, no longer than two pages, 3) Specific
dates of availability (including any planned mid-summer absences),
4) Unofficial transcripts, and 5) Phone numbers and email addresses
of references (please do not send letters of reference).
Additional information: http://www.wfdp.org
and http://www.yfdp.org. Contact
Jim Lutz (jlutz@uw.edu) with
questions not answered on those pages.
Application deadline: February 29,
2012.
A PDF job flyer is available at: http://faculty.washington.edu/jlutz/share/Jobs/Summer_2012_YFDP_WFDP_20120104.pdf
Posted 1/5/12
Conservation Research and Botany Field Crew Leader
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Crew leader will work on multiple conservation
biology and restoration ecology projects throughout Oregon. Field
work will involve botanical surveys, population monitoring, and
other ecological measurements. Crew leader will work with
program staff to manage field trip logistics, lead field work, and
assist in data management. Position is based in Corvallis, Oregon,
but approximately 50% of the work is conducted
out-of-town/overnight, (accommodations include hotels and camping).
See the program website for more information: http://www.appliedeco.org./conservation-research
START DATE: late-March through April (must be able to start by April
2, 2012)
END DATE: August 31, 2012
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have a BS or MS (preferred) in a
relevant field. Applicants should be mature, self-motivated,
highly organized, and comfortable directing a 2-4 person field crew
with minimal supervision. Applicants must have a valid driver's
license, be willing to travel, and be able to perform strenuous work
in all weather conditions. Physical requirements include
ability to hike 1-2 miles in rugged terrain carrying a 30-lb load
and work in a bent-over/kneeling/sitting position for long periods
of time. Basic computer skills (word processing and spreadsheet
applications) required; experience in databases (Access) is a plus.
Applicants should have 2 or more seasons of field research
experience, with preference given to those with skills in plant
identification and vegetation sampling.
COMPENSATION*: $12-14/hr depending on experience plus travel
expenses associated with overnight field work (food and lodging).
Housing in Corvallis is not provided. This is a
full-time temporary position with no benefits.
TO APPLY: Applications must be emailed to jobs@appliedeco.org no later
than Friday, February 17, 2012.
In the subject line, write: "Field Crew Leader Application".
Include a *letter of interest* stating when you will be available to
start work (this is a MUST), resume, transcripts (unofficial is
fine), and the names and contact information for three references.
AT LEAST ONE reference must be from a supervisor from a work
experience.
We are also hiring for seasonal interns. If you would also
like to be considered for one of these positions, please state so in
your cover letter.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Non-U.S. residents
must also include a copy of their work visa. Applications will
be considered upon receipt. Please direct all inquiries to jobs@appliedeco.org.
Posted 12/29/11
Conservation and Restoration Paid Internships
The Conservation Research Program at the Institute for Applied
Ecology (www.appliedeco.org)
will be hiring up to three interns this summer for field work and
related activities. Our paid positions are intended to provide
field experience to individuals considering conservation biology or
restoration ecology as a career. Internships are partially supported
by the Native Plant Society of Oregon, and interns are encouraged to
write a short article for the NPSO Bulletin and contribute to our
research blog.
Interns will work on a variety of projects throughout the state of
Oregon, including rare plant habitat surveys, threatened and
endangered species research and monitoring, and invasive species
research. Approximately 50% of the work is conducted
out-of-town/overnight (accommodations include both hotels and
primitive camping sites). Internships will start April 9th or 16th.
Internships will last until July 25th, with the potential for
an extension.
For more information about the types of projects interns work on,
please visit http://www.appliedeco.org/conservation-research
Qualifications:
- Interest in conservation biology, restoration ecology,
and botany
- Plant identification skills (or enthusiastic
willingness to learn)
- Research experience
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work long hours in hot, dry and cold, wet
conditions with exposure to poison oak
- Ability to hike up to 3 miles carrying a 30 pound pack
and work in a bent-over/kneeling/sitting position for long periods
of time
Compensation: $10.00/hr plus travel expenses associated with
overnight field work (food and lodging). Housing in Corvallis
is not provided.
To Apply: Applications must be emailed to jobs@appliedeco.org
no later than Friday, February 17,
2012. In the subject line, write: "Intern
Application".
Include a letter of interest stating when you will be available to
start work (this is a MUST), resume, transcripts (unofficial is
fine), and the names and contact information for three references.
AT LEAST ONE reference must be from a supervisor from a work
experience.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Non-U.S. residents
must also include a copy of their work visa. Applications will
be considered upon receipt. Please direct all inquiries to www.appliedeco.org.
Posted 12/29/11
Shoals Marine Lab Summer Internship
Cornell University
SYNOPSIS: Shoals Marine Lab invites applications from
undergraduate students for a number of summer internships.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact: Robin
Hadlock Seeley, Internship Coordinator
Address:
Shoals Marine
Laboratory
106A
Kennedy Hall
Ithaca,
NY 14853
U.S.A.
E-mail: shoals-lab@cornell.edu
Program URL: http://www.sml.cornell.edu/sml_students_internships.html
Tel:
607-255-3717
Fax:
607-255-0742
OBJECTIVES: Applications are being accepted for the following
internships in 2012: Marine Mammal Internship on Appledore
Island, Maine--Interns will be involved in a survey of harbor and
gray seals of the Isles of Shoals. Intertidal Ecology
Internship on Appledore Island, Maine--Interns will be involved in
studies of the permanent intertidal transects of Appledore Island,
Maine. These transects yield data that are critical for ongoing
studies of climate change and introduced species in the Gulf of
Maine. Field Ornithology Internship on Appledore Island,
Maine--Interns will engage in their own focused research in avian
ecology while contributing to long-term studies of the population
ecology of Herring Gulls and Great Black-backed Gulls.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must have completed a Shoals Marine Lab credit course in
2011 or earlier (sorry, no exceptions). College freshmen,
sophomores, juniors and seniors in all majors may apply. Shoals
alumni from all schools are welcome to apply; however, Cornell and
UNH students receive preference for these internships.
FUNDING
Each intern will receive total stipend of $750 for the term of the
internship. Each intern will receive room and board on Appledore
Island for the duration of the internship.
Posted 12/28/11
Raptor Field Intern position: 2012 field season
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone Raptor Initiative
The Yellowstone Raptor Initiative (YRI) will host two intern
positions during the 2012 May-August field season; start and end
dates negotiable. Interns will assist YRI raptor biologist
with tasks including (at least) locating raptor nesting territories,
determining nesting chronologies and fledging success.
Field work in Yellowstone National Park is amazing, but occurs in
mountainous terrain at +2000 m elevations in habitat where grizzly
bear, mountain lions, wolves, bison and elk are not uncommon.
Interns will be provided a daily living stipend, and a
bed in dormitory style housing.
The preferred candidate should understand the following situational
requirements:
1) Interns will be expected to hike at least 1-16 km/day with 8 - 22
kg backpacks for up to five days per week over remote, non-trailed
habitat. There will be considerable scrambling over rocks,
downed trees, and crossing of creeks and streams. Interns will
also face long periods of sitting at exposed (wind, sun,
precipitation) observation points that may have biting insects.
2) Weather conditions will range from pleasant, to snowy, windy, and
potentially drenching afternoon thunderstorms. Temperature
extremes from -0° to +30° C are not uncommon.
3) Intern should be comfortable in habitat with potentially
dangerous wildlife, and should be able to remain calm in hazardous
situations.
4) Intern should have 20/20 vision (corrected or natural) and good
to superb hearing.
5) Intern should have prior outdoor experience, including skills
related to backcountry camping, backcountry navigation (without
GPS), basic wilderness survival, and basic first aid/CPR.
6) Intern should have own basic field gear (i.e. medium sized
backpack, field shoes/boots, raingear, cold weather gear, water
bottles, etc. (we will provide a recommended equipment list to the
selected interns).
7) We would prefer an intern who already has some raptor field
experience. We will select an intern who is known to be
friendly, kind, cheerful, mature, energetic, self-motivated,
appropriate sense of humor, adaptable to varying circumstances, and
willing to work long hours under sometimes difficult circumstances.
Additionally, the selected interns should have an innate desire to
learn from professionals about raptor ecology, as well as immerse
themselves in the rich natural and cultural history of Yellowstone
National Park.
8) Interns must be able to communicate politely to National Park
visitors, staff, and other YRI cooperators at all times.
9) Intern should be able to speak and write in English.
10) Intern should have the maturity to cope with group living
situations (i.e. dormitory housing, multiple people per room, varied
personalities, and levels of cleanliness).
11) Interns must be at least 18 years old by start of internship.
If under 21, no alcohol use. Failure to comply
will necessitate immediate termination of internship. Drug
and/or alcohol abuse will necessitate immediate termination of
internship.
12) Valid state or international driver's license preferred.
13) We will work with University or College professors if intern
wishes to acquire academic credit.
Please send, no later than 30
March 2012; a) CV or Resume, b) names and current contact
information of three suitable references, and c) a short letter
outlining your interest and qualifications to:
Dr. Douglas Smith, Yellowstone Raptor Initiative, Yellowstone
National Park, Mammoth, WY 82190; or Doug_Smith@nps.gov
Posted 12/22/11
Early alert job announement -- Field Botanist -- Northern
Research Station -- Temporary May -- Aug/Sept 2012
USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station, Morgantown, WV
Job Title: Field Technicians/Botanists (3 positions)
Series and Grade: 0404 and GS 3 or 4, Temporary (about $10.46 --
$11.78/hr)
Location (Duty Station): Morgantown, WV
Time Period: Mid-May - mid August, 2012, possible extensions
through September
Duties: The selected persons will assist in surveying 56
research plots for three invasive plant species. The goal of
this project is to evaluate invasive species growth and survival in
sites with 1) no treatment, 2) prescribed burn, 3) shelterwood
harvest, and 4) diameter-limit harvest, all with and without deer
herbivory control. The research plots are located in WV, OH, and VA.
A second project will require re-sampling 30 closed-canopy
forests in WV that are 90+ years old. A third project consists
of re-sampling the understory vegetation at three sites in northern
PA. These sites are part of an experiment testing for the
effects of fencing, fire, herbicide, and harvesting on understory
plants.
While botanical and taxonomic skills are not required, a strong
interest inunderstory vegetation is necessary. Good
orienteering skills are desired. There may be a need to re-establish
some plots which could require carrying relatively heavy equipment.
Those selected may also help with greenhouse/growth
chamber/common garden studies, enter data, and mount herbarium
specimens.
The selected persons must be willing to relocate to Morgantown, WV.
They must also be a licensed driver, willing to travel
extensively (with reimbursement and in provided government
vehicles), and able to drive 4WD vehicles. Willingness to work in
rough terrain and in over-grown vegetation with the possibility of
encountering insects, ticks, snakes, and black bears, as well as in
all kinds of weather is required. The persons should also work
well independently as well as with others.
Application Procedure: The vacancy announcements for these positions
are posted at http://www.usajobs.gov/
under OCRT-404-3-General-DT and OCRT-404-4-Plant-DT. These are Open
Continuous vacancy announcements. Those that wish to be considered
for these positions must apply by March
1, 2012. The Referral Lists will be issued on
approximately March 2, 2012. All qualified applicants who have
applied to the announcement on or before March 1, 2012 will be considered. Before
applying, you will need to set up your profile in AVUE at https://www.avuedigitalservices.com/usfs/applicant.html
and click on Sign up. Be sure to include WV in your desired
localities and to apply to both the 03 and 04 if you wish to be
considered for both grade levels. Please also submit your
resume to Dr. Cynthia Huebner, USDA Forest Service, Northern
Research Station, 180 Canfield St., Morgantown, WV 26505, chuebner@fs.fed.us; (304)
285-1582 by March 1, 2012
or preferably earlier so that your application status can
beconfirmed.
If you are a student and will be a student next year, you can apply
directly as part of the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP).
Please provide a CV/resume, letter from your
college/university confirming your student status, and copies of
your transcripts to: Dr. Cynthia Huebner, USDA Forest Service,
Northern Research Station, 180 Canfield St., Morgantown, WV 26505, chuebner@fs.fed.us; (304)
285-1582. Please also apply through AVUE as described above.
Contact Dr. Huebner if you have questions.
Posted 12/20/11
Summer Intership: Seney NWR (Michigan's UP)
2012 APPLIED SCIENCES PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
SENEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
SENEY, MICHIGAN
At nearly 96,000 acres, Seney National Wildlife Refuge (Seney NWR)
in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is one of the larger National Wildlife
Refuges east of the Mississippi River. Seney NWR also administers
island refuges in Lakes Superior, Michigan, and Huron, as well as
Kirtland's Warbler Wildlife Management Area in the northern Lower
Peninsula. For more information see: http://www.fws.gov/midwest/seney/
During the summer of 2012, Seney NWR will offer up to three (3)
Applied Sciences Program internships. These positions will last for
up to 12 weeks, with some flexibility in starting and ending dates.
Assigned duties will be wide-ranging and will provide an immersion
in ecology and land management. While the primary goal of the
internship is to provide Seney NWR with field assistants,
consideration is given to providing interns a broader glimpse of
professional expectations within the field. Because of this, interns
will be challenged as one would many M.S. students.
Specific assigned duties may include assisting with biological and
ecological assessments and inventories (e.g., forest stand
assessments and inventories, ecosystem mapping, bird surveys and
censuses, frog and toad surveys, colonial waterbird surveys);
assisting with habitat management (e.g., forest management, invasive
species management, colonial waterbird habitat management); and
assisting with on-going research projects. Daily work is often
weather-dependent, with some work done rain or shine.
Interested applicants should be currently or recently enrolled as an
undergraduate student, be inquisitive and mature, enjoy working
outside and in remote settings, be experienced with orienteering (no
MapQuest!), be physically fit, be able to work independently and
with high expectations, have solid communication skills, have a
valid driver's license, and have a background in a related field.
Preference will be given to those who have demonstrated competency
in conducting independent field work. Interns are provided $200/week
stipends from the Seney Natural History Association for an
approximate 40-hour work week. Some work will occur during weekends
and evenings. Seney NWR will provide dorm-style housing, laundry
facilities, and a work vehicle at no charge.
To apply, hardcopies of the following must be received by 4 PM ET,
Monday, 27 February 2012:
1. a 1-page cover letter describing personal background and
interests and a discussion on how these integrate with Seney's
mission (see URL, above);
2. a detailed resume describing education, work experiences, and
skills;
3. unofficial copies of all college transcripts;
4. two (2) Letters of Recommendation that must include the name,
affiliation, address, telephone number, and email address of each
person writing a letter. One (1) Letter must come from a past
employer and demonstrate the candidate's ability to accomplish
independent work.
Applications will be reviewed as they arrive at Seney NWR and until
the positions are filled. All information should be sent to:
Dr. Greg Corace
Forester-Acting Biologist
Seney National Wildlife Refuge
1674 Refuge Entrance Rd.
Seney, MI 49883
Incomplete (or late) applications may not receive full
consideration. No application material submitted by email will
be accepted. For additional information, contact Dr. Corace at (906)
586-9851 x14 or Greg_Corace@fws.gov
Posted 12/17/11
Research Experience in Molecular Biotechnology and Genomics
Iowa State University
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor invites applications for the Research
Experience in Molecular Biotechnology and Genomics programs from
outstanding students who have finished their freshmen, sophomore or
junior years and who have interest in research careers will join a
selected group of active faculty conducting full-time laboratory
research on molecular biology, biotechnology and genomics of
animals, microbes and plants.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Contact: Prof
Linda
Wild
Address: NSF
Summer Program in Molecular Biotechnology and Genomics
2102 Molecular Biology Building
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-3260
U.S.A.
E-mail:
lmwild@iastate.edu
Web Site: http://www.reu.iastate.edu/
Program URL: http://www.reu.iastate.edu/program.shtml
Tel:
515-294-7697
Fax:
515-294-6669
OBJECTIVES: The program seeks to attract undergraduate
students from academic institutions that serve minority populations
and from small liberal arts colleges where scientific research
opportunities are not readily available. Additionally, this program
will actively recruit students who are veterans and members of the
National Guard or Reserves. Outstanding students who have
finished their freshmen, sophomore or junior years and who have
interest in research careers will join a selected group of active
faculty conducting full-time laboratory research on molecular
biology, biotechnology and genomics of animals, microbes and
plants. Typical projects will include gene cloning and
characterization, functional genomic analyses, expression of foreign
genes in bacteria, plants and animals, molecular genetics, and
analysis of proteomes and transcriptomes. Several activities
outside the laboratory setting will be offered. These structured
activities will include bioethics training through lectures,
practical exercises, and case studies, as well as weekly seminar and
discussion sessions with scientists on different research problems
and career options.). The students will also have the opportunity to
visit public and private research institutions (such as Pioneer
HiBred International and others) and interact with Iowa family
farmers to experience rural life. The program will place
emphasis on enhancing students? abilities in critical thinking,
problem solving and scientific communication (both written and oral
targeted to the general public and scientific communities. The
impact of summer research training will be assessed through formal
evaluations during and immediately after the training. In addition,
students will have an opportunity to assess the program utilizing a
common assessment tool that other REU Program Directors use.
Informal contacts by mentors with the students will be used to
monitor progress and career decisions of the students.
ELIGIBILITY
Undergraduates majoring in the biological, chemical or agricultural
sciences and showing an interest in preparing for careers in
biological and agricultural research and education are eligible.
Preferably, the students should have completed two semesters each of
biology, general chemistry and organic chemistry, with a cumulative
grade point average of 3.2 or higher at the end of the spring of
2011. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. The
program will actively recruit students who are veterans and members
of the National Guard or Reserves. Participants must be either US
citizens or permanent residents of the US (NSF requirement).
FUNDING
The stipend amount is $4,400 for the program (income is taxable).
Program duration is May 29 (Tuesday) - August 4 (Saturday), 2012.
Research assistants are expected to work 40 hours per week.(income
is taxable). Research assistants are expected to work 40 hours per
week. Travel support of up to $500 for documented travel expenses is
available. Program participants will stay on campus in a dormitory.
Free campus housing and a generous subsistence allowances will be
provided. The costs of some optional planned recreation activities
are borne by the students.
Posted 12/17/11
Seaver
Undergraduate Research in Biology (SURB)
Pepperdine University
SYNOPSIS: In the summer of 2012, the biology faculty at
Pepperdine University will conduct a summer research program from
May 14 - July 28, 2012, geared specifically to undergraduate
students who are interested in pursuing a career in biological
research, science education, environmental science, or
biotechnology.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact: Dr.
Jay
Brewster
Address:
Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA 90263-4321
U.S.A.
E-mail:
jay.brewster@pepperdine.edu
Program URL: http://seaver.pepperdine.edu/surb/
Tel:
310-506-4321
Fax:
310-506-4785
OBJECTIVES: The program will begin with a 14-day research
orientation workshop, May 14 - May 27. During the workshop, students
will be introduced to the uses and limitations of specific research
tools and techniques. The workshop will culminate with a visit to
the James San Jacinto Mountains Reserve near Idyllwild, California,
where students will present their summer project proposals. Over the
remainder of the summer, students will pursue individual research
projects under the direction of faculty, and visiting scientists
will hold special research seminars in each research area. The
research program will conclude with a student research symposium in
late July. Research areas include animal physiology, cell biology,
developmental biology, molecular biology, population genetics, and
plant ecology.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be interested in pursuing a career in biological
research, science education, environmental science or biotechnology.
They must have completed one year of biology by the summer of
2012 and must be classified as an undergraduate student during that
same term. Participants must be available full-time between
May 14 - July 28, 2012. The National Science Foundation
requires that all participants be United States citizens or a
permanent resident of the U.S.
FUNDING
Those selected for the research program receive a stipend for the
period of May 14 - July 28 and on-campus housing is provided.
Posted 12/17/11
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
(SURF)--Gaithersburg Program
National Institute of Standards
& Technology/Technology Administration/DOC
SYNOPSIS: NIST Gaithersburg is soliciting applications from
eligible colleges and universities located in the U.S. and its
territories nominating undergraduate students to participate in the
SURF NIST Gaithersburg Programs. The SURF NIST Gaithersburg Programs
will provide research opportunities for undergraduate students to
work with internationally known NIST scientists, to expose them to
cutting-edge research, and to promote the pursuit of graduate
degrees in science and engineering.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact: Anita
Sweigert
Address: 100
Bureau Dr., Stop 8400
Gaithersburg, MD 20899-8400
U.S.A.
E-mail:
anita.sweigert@nist.gov
Web Site: http://www.nist.gov/surfgaithersburg/upload/2012FFO-3.pdf
Program URL: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=ZfR9TrJbpxh2kjYmljlzsPnq9Cq821L4t6VW0v1GfQQgFZW5g4wW!-1792205091?oppId=134053&mode=VIEW
Tel:
301-975-4200
OBJECTIVES: SURF NIST Gaithersburg Programs will provide an
opportunity for the NIST laboratories and NSF to encourage
outstanding undergraduate students to pursue careers in science and
engineering. The objective of the SURF NIST Gaithersburg Programs is
to build a mutually beneficial relationship among the student, the
institution, and NIST. The SURF NIST Gaithersburg Programs are
conducted in English and will provide research opportunities for
students to work with internationally known NIST scientists, to
expose them to cutting-edge research, and to promote the pursuit of
graduate degrees in science and engineering. It is expected that the
students in the SURF NIST Gaithersburg Programs will have a
proficiency in writing and speaking English, the ability to live and
work with others, a commitment to honesty, and an interest in
learning new things and using their own innovativeness to develop
new science. SURF students will have the opportunity to work
one-on-one with our nation's top scientists and engineers. It is
anticipated that successful SURF students will move from a position
of reliance on guidance from their research advisors to one of
research independence during the 11-week period. One goal of these
programs is to provide opportunities for our nation's next
generation of scientists and engineers to engage in world-class
scientific research at NIST, especially in ground-breaking areas of
emerging technologies. This carries with it the hope of motivating
individuals to pursue Ph.D.s in nanoscale science, engineering,
computer science, mathematics, materials science, chemistry,
biology, neutron research, and/or physics, and to consider research
careers.
ELIGIBILITY
The SURF NIST Gaithersburg Program is open to colleges and
universities located in the United States and its territories with
degree-granting programs in nanoscale science, engineering, computer
science, mathematics, materials science, chemistry, biology, neutron
research, and/or physics. Participating students must be U.S.
citizens or permanent U.S. residents.
FUNDING
NIST anticipates that individual awards to institutions will range
from approximately $9,000 to $72,000 and will support approximately
78 undergraduate students in total. The total number of awards will
depend on the number of undergraduate students selected per
institution to attend the SURF NIST Gaithersburg Program.
Funding for student housing will be included in the awards under
this FFO. The SURF NIST Gaithersburg Programs are anticipated
to run from May 24, 2012 to August 9, 2012; adjustments may be made
to accommodate specific academic schedules (e.g., a limited number
of 9-week programs with the schedule shifted to begin after the
regular start, i.e., June 7, 2012 to August 9, 2012, in order to
accommodate colleges or universities operating on quarter
systems).
Posted 12/17/11
Research
Experiences for Undergraduates -- Ecology, Evolution and Genomics
of Grassland Organisms
Kansas State University
SYNOPSIS: The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
Site: "Ecology and Evolution in Changing Environments: Mechanisms to
Responses" will provide research experiences and professional
development for talented undergraduate students in the biological
sciences.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Contact: Dr.
Bruce A. Snyder, REU Program
Coordinator
Address:
Division of Biology
116 Ackert Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506
U.S.A.
E-mail:
basnyder@ksu.edu
Web Site: http://www.k-state.edu/reu/REU_New/index.html
Program URL: http://www.k-state.edu/reu/REU_New/Apply.html
Tel:
785-532-2430
Fax:
785-532-6653
OBJECTIVES: Students will gain practical research skills in
molecular techniques, field methods, experimental design, and
research ethics by conducting independent research projects under
the guidance of experienced research scientists. Mentors will
benefit through opportunities to direct summer projects with
enthusiastic undergraduates who are seeking specialized training in
new research areas. Other activities of our REU Site Program are
designed for professional development of the undergraduate
participants. A weekly seminar in Modern Approaches in Ecology and
Evolutionary Biology will educate students about current questions,
cutting-edge methodology, and data analysis. Field trips will
provide additional educational opportunities by visiting important
natural areas, biological collections, and large genomic centers in
the Midwest. Students will develop skills in public speaking by
presenting results in 4-minute "lightning talks" early in the
program and professional meeting-style oral presentations in a
Research Symposium at the conclusion of the 10-week summer
program. The research theme of the REU Site program for
2012-2014 is "Ecology and Evolution in Changing Environments:
Mechanisms to Responses.?
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible applicants must be: citizens or permanent residents of the
United States or its possessions; undergraduate students enrolled in
a degree program (full- or part-time) leading to a Bachelor's
degree. Applications will be accepted from students at any stage of
their undergraduate program (freshman to junior) and any discipline,
so long as the applicant is interested in ecology and evolutionary
biology. Seniors are eligible if they have not completed all of
their course credits and will be returning to school for at least
one semester of undergraduate studies after completion of the summer
REU program. Applicants must hold a valid drivers license, and must
be in good health and able to cope with the physical requirements of
conducting research under field conditions in a natural
environment. Students should have research interests in the
major themes of this program: ecological genomics, grassland
ecology, or evolutionary biology.
FUNDING
The REU Site Program will provide students with a stipend of $5,000
for the 10-weeek program and cover the costs of accommodation, food,
and travel to and from Manhattan, Kansas.
Posted 12/17/11
NSF-REU at Georgia Tech
We will be hosting 10 NSF-REU participants this summer at Georgia
Tech focusing loosely on the theme of Aquatic Chemical Ecology. Our
program website is http://www.biology.gatech.edu/undergraduate-program/reu/
including program details, application process, and contact
information.
Our research theme of Aquatic Chemical Ecology has 3 core areas of
research from which students can choose: Biological and geochemical
transformations of chemicals in aquatic ecosystems; Sensory biology
and ecology of aquatic chemical communication; Ecological roles and
consequences of chemicals in aquatic environments. This
program is an excellent choice for undergraduates majoring in any
field of biology, chemistry, earth/ocean science, civil engineering,
environmental engineering, chemical engineering, and related
bioengineering areas who want to apply their classroom learning to
an interdisciplinary research environment to solve complex
scientific problems and learn about the importance of
chemically-mediated processes.
The application deadline is February
15, 2012. The full-time, 10-week program will start
in late May and run until the end of July. Participants will
receive a stipend of $4500 plus accommodations with kitchen
facilities in university housing, and help with travel expenses to
and from Atlanta.
Students can go to our website to get more information and to apply.
Any U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is currently
enrolled in an undergraduate degree program is eligible, unless they
have already been part of an NSF-REU program in Ocean Sciences or
unless they will graduate before this summer. We are
particularly interested in increasing our proportion of minority
students and in reaching students at non-PhD granting universities.
Posted 12/16/11
NSF Summer REU 2012 in Sustainable Forest Bioproducts
(Sustainability and Life Cycle Analysis)
SUMMER OPPORTUNITY FOR 2012
UMaine Summer REU 2012 in Sustainable Forest Bioproducts
http://forestbioproducts.umaine.edu/files/2010/04/UMaine-Summer-REU-in-Sustainable-Forest-Bioproducts-3.pdf
NSF Undergraduate Research Fellowship Application 2012http://forestbioproducts.umaine.edu/upcoming-events/1733-2/
EXPLORE IT! BUILDING THE NEXT GENERATION OF SUSTAINABLE FOREST
BIOPRODUCT RESEARCHERS
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in the University of Maine
and University of Concepción, Chile
During the Summer of 2012, the Forest Bioproducts Research Institute
offers an opportunity for 10 highly qualified undergraduate students
to participate in research for a 10 week period, 6/4 - 8/10/2012 .
This research experience is funded by the National Science
Foundation. Women, minorities and students with disabilities are
strongly urged to apply to the program.
Award Includes:
• $5000 Stipend + On Campus Housing Provided
• 2 of the 10 Students to Perform their Research in Chile
• Week Long Research Experience & Exchange in Chile for all
Students
• Opportunity to Perform Research on Pressing Global Issues Relating
to Sustainable Product Development and Biofuel Generation from Woody
Biomass
Research Opportunities
• Sustainability and Life Cycle Analysis
• Feedstock Extraction/ Modification
• Process Control and Sensing
• Nanomaterials Production and Utilization
• New Product Development
• Nanotechnology Risk Assessment
Disciplines
•Industrial Environmental Management and Economics, Forestry
• Resource Economics
• Wood Science
•Biology
• Chemistry
• Chemical and Bioengineering
•Material Science
• Nanotechnology
Eligibility
• Current undergraduate in sophomore or junior year
• US Citizen or permanent resident
• Must have a valid passport
Activities
• Fundamental and Applied Forest Bioproducts Research
• Access to State-of-the-Art Research Equipment and Facilities
• Technical Writing and Oral Presentation Opportunities
• Ethics Workshop
• A Series of Evening and Recreational Activities
• Field Trips!
Contact Information
Jessica Sleeth
5737 Jenness Hall
Orono, ME 04469-5737
Tel: (207) 581-1431 (207) 581-1431
Fax: (207) 581-9418
Jsleeth@umche.maine.edu
ROLLING DEADLINE TO 3/31/12
APPLY ONLINE (will be posted soon)
www.forestbioproducts.umaine.edu/reu
Posted 12/16/11
Call for Applications: NIMBioS 2012 REU Summer Program
Looking for a fun and challenging research experience this summer?
The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis
(NIMBioS) is now taking applications for its eight-week long summer
research program for undergraduates (REU) interested in research at
the interface between mathematics and biology. The program takes
place June 11 - August 3, 2012 on the University of Tennessee,
Knoxville, campus. Undergraduate majors in biology, math, and
related fields will live on campus and work in teams with UT
professors, NIMBioS researchers, and collaborators to conduct
research. Among this year's research topics are disease modeling,
evolution of sexual imprinting, genome evolution, and development of
natural plant pesticides. Stipend and housing are provided along
with some funding for travel. Participants will also have their
registration covered to attend the 2012 Society of Mathematical
Biology annual meeting, July 25-28, in Knoxville.
Application Deadline: February
17, 2012
For more information about this year's program and an online
application, go to http://www.nimbios.org/education/reu
For more information about NIMBioS, go to http://www.nimbios.org or
contact Kelly Sturner, NIMBioS Education and Outreach Coordinator,
at ksturner@nimbios.org
or Suzanne Lenhart, NIMBioS Associate Director of Education,
Outreach and Diversity, NIMBioS, lenhart@math.utk.edu
Posted 12/16/11
Undergraduate research at RMBL
Registration for RMBL's 2012 undergraduate research program is now
open at: http://www.rmbl.org/education
Each year RMBL matches approximately 40 students with mentors from
around the world. Students have opportunities to work on a
wide array of ecological and evolutionary field projects.
Additionally, students have the opportunity to supplement their
research project with additional training in field ecology, wildlife
biology, or botany. RMBL provides REU funding for
approximately 10 students. RMBL also makes available
additional scholarships. Consequently financial need should
not preclude students from applying.
This is a wonderful opportunity for students thinking about a career
in the sciences. RMBL is located in Gothic, Colorado, a
stunningly beautiful location in the Rockies. Because we host
approximately 100 graduate students and senior scientists,
undergraduates have an opportunity to learn about graduate programs
from around the world. Many undergraduates end up as
co-authors on scientific papers and start building professional
networks that foster their career across a lifetime. We have
had many undergraduates turn their summer research into a senior
thesis project, even though they have not necessarily had someone
from their school present at RMBL during the summer.
Our program does fill. Consequently we encourage strongly
motivated applicants, or applicants who need financial support, to
submit their online application by March
4.
You an explore more about RMBL through our Digital RMBL project at:
http://rmbl.info/rockymountainbiolab/digital_rmbl_home.html
Ian Billick
Executive Director
RMBL
PO 519, Crested Butte, CO 81224
970 349 6669
Posted 12/15/11
Summer Internships in Aquatic Sciences
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
SYNOPSIS: This research experience program will provide
undergraduate students with laboratory and field training in aquatic
science (including lake and ocean systems) with extensive shipboard
field research opportunities. The goal of this activity is to
develop, through hands-on experience, future scholars to pursue
Interdisciplinary research toward an understanding of the aquatic
environment.
Deadline(s): 03/05/2012
Address:
Research Experience for Undergraduates
Center for Great Lakes Studies
600 E. Greenfield Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53204
U.S.A.
E-mail:
cglsreu@uwm.edu
Web Site: http://www.glwi.uwm.edu/education/reu/Reuanno.php
Program URL: http://home.freshwater.uwm.edu/reu/files/2011/11/REUfly12.pdf
Tel:
414-382-1700
Fax:
414-382-1705
OBJECTIVES: The program will consist of a work-experience
program in the laboratory and in the field, under the supervision of
a research director. In consultation with the research director,
students will prepare a written research plan, conduct the proposed
work, prepare a project summary and give an oral presentation of the
results at the close of the session. Team Investigations will join
students and faculty from several disciplines working on a major
research project.
ELIGIBILITY
Applications are invited from undergraduate students who will have
completed at least two years of study towards a bachelor's degree
and are still undergraduates during summer 2012. Minority, women and
handicapped students are especially encouraged to apply.
Participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the
U.S. and its possessions.
FUNDING
Stipends of $5,000 are provided to summer participants for a
ten-week full-time program.
Posted 12/15/11
Industrial Mathematics and Statistics Research Experiences
for Undergraduates (REU)
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
SYNOPSIS: This eight week program offers outstanding
undergraduate students the opportunity to work on mathematical and
statistical problems in close collaboration with faculty and
industrial sponsors.
Deadline(s): 03/02/2012
Address: REU
Program
c/o WPI Department of Mathematical Sciences
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA 01609-2280
U.S.A.
E-mail:
rpodell@wpi.edu
Web Site: http://www.wpi.edu/Academics/Depts/Math/CIMS/REU/Current/index.html
Program URL: http://www.wpi.edu/academics/Depts/Math/CIMS/
Tel:
508-831-5241
Fax:
508-831-5824
DEADLINE NOTE
WPI will begin reviewing applications on Monday Feb 20th, 2012.
OBJECTIVES: The program is designed to provide a glimpse of
the ways that advanced mathematics is used in the real world to
solve complex problems. The students will work on problems which
begin with a real-life problem generated by our industrial sponsors.
They will work closely with a company representative to define the
problem and develop solutions of immediate value to the company.
They will be guided by a faculty advisor to maintain a clear focus
on the mathematical issues at the core of the project.
ELIGIBILITY
Students in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, and
related fields are encouraged to apply. Students with background and
interest in the following areas of mathematics are particularly
encouraged to apply: Applied Analysis; Numerical Analysis; Actuarial
Mathematics; Operations Research; Applied Probability; Optimal
Control; Applied Statistics; Mathematical Optimization; Differential
Equations; Financial Mathematics. Applicants must be
undergraduates (usually students about to enter their senior or
junior year) who will not graduate before December 2012. Applicants
must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Exceptional applicants
who do not satisfy these requirements will also be considered,
provided the availability of additional funding from our industrial
partners.
FUNDING
Each participant will receive a $3600 stipend and housing for the
eight weeks and a half weeks. Some funds are available to defray the
cost of travel. Funds are also available to support a limited number
of students participate in the annual AMS/MAA meeting for presenting
their REU projects. Participants can either prepare their own meals,
or can buy meals from the WPI Dining Services. Participants will
have access to all the campus facilities just like every other WPI
student and will be able to use all the athletic facilities such as
Alumni Gym, the Fitness Center, and the pool during the open session
hours. The ywill have full access to the Campus Computing Center's
resources, once they receive their computer accounts.
Posted 12/15/11
Undergraduate Internship in Tropical Ecology and Evolution,
Puerto Rico
Undergraduate Internship in Tropical Ecology and Evolution - Summer
2012
University of Puerto Rico
The Institute for Tropical Ecosystem Studies is accepting
applications for the Summer 2012 internship in Tropical Ecology and
Evolution at El Verde Field Station, Puerto Rico. The
internship will run from May 28 to August 3, 2012.
Application deadline: 28 February
2012
The program will offer students the opportunity to have hands-on
experience fields such as:
- Plant-animal interactions, Plant population biology
- Aquatic Insect Ecology
- Stream acidification effects on aquatic insects
Students will receive a stipend of $5,000 for the ten weeks duration
of the program. Round-trip plane ticket from home institution
to Puerto Rico will be reimbursed, up to a maximum of $600.
The program will cover housing at El Verde Field Station. The
National Science Foundation and the University of Puerto Rico, Rio
Piedras campus, fund the program.
The program is limited to undergraduate students pursuing a bachelor
degree at a college or university during summer 2012 that are US
citizen or permanent resident.
Application materials and further information can be found at http://web.ites.upr.edu/reu/
Posted 12/15/11
NASA Planetary Biology Internship Program
Marine Biological Laboratory
SYNOPSIS: The NASA Planetary Biology Internship Program
(PBI) provides opportunities to explore scientific questions of
global scale about planet Earth. Each year the PBI program sponsors
nine or ten interns who undertake research at NASA Research Centers
or NASA-sponsored laboratories and academic institutions. Students
admitted to the Microbial Diversity course at the Marine Biological
Laboratory (MBL) may also be selected as interns.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact:
Michael Dolan, Program
Coordinator
Address:
Geosciences Department
University of Massachusetts
Box 35810
Amherst, MA 01003-5810
U.S.A.
E-mail:
pbi@geo.umass.edu
Web Site: http://www.mbl.edu
Program URL: http://www.mbl.edu/education/courses/other_programs/pbi.html
Tel:
413-545-3223
Fax:
413-545-1200
OBJECTIVES: The aim of the Planetary Biology Internship
Program is to provide opportunities for graduate students to take
part in planetary biology research at NASA centers and universities.
The pursuit of such studies is expected to broaden the base of this
new science by encouraging people in many different fields to take
part. Students accepted in the PBI program will be expected to carry
out research with a NASA-sponsored investigator for eight weeks
usually during the summer months. Typical programs in which interns
may become involved include: global ecology and remote sensing;
microbial ecology and bio-mineralization; advanced life support;
origin and early evolution of life. The NASA Planetary Biology
Internship Program is supported by the Exobiology Program office,
NASA on the Marine Biological Laboratory campus, and is independent
of the MBL Office of Education.
ELIGIBILITY
Graduate students and senior undergraduates accepted to graduate
school who are majoring in biology or other related sciences such as
paleontology, atmospheric science, and geochemistry, with interests
in planetary biology are eligible to apply for this program.
FUNDING
Interns will receive a stipend of $4000 for the 8 weeks of their
participation in the program, and reimbursement for transportation
costs not to exceed $1100. The award is non-renewable.
Posted 12/11/11
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean
Sciences
SYNOPSIS: Undergraduates in Bigelow Laboratory's summer REU
Program spend ten weeks at the Laboratory conducting independent
research with guidance from a scientist mentor. The program is
designed to give students pursuing degrees in the sciences,
mathematics and engineering a laboratory-based research experience
with an emphasis on hands-on, state-of-the-art methods and
technologies. REU students are immersed in the Bigelow
community and attend and participate in seminars, field trips,
Laboratory outreach programs, social events, and more.
Deadline(s): 03/15/2012
Address: REU
Program
PO Box 475
West Boothbay Harbor, ME 04575-0475
U.S.A.
E-mail:
reu@bigelow.org
Program URL: http://www.bigelow.org/education/reu/
Tel:
207-633-9600
DEADLINE NOTE
Applications for the 2011 REU Program will be accepted between
February 1 and March 15, 2012.
OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this program is to give students a
meaningful research experience with an emphasis on hands-on,
state-of-the-art methods and technologies. Each student in the
program is paired with a Bigelow scientist based on mutual research
interests. During the ten weeks, students work with their mentors to
identify a research question, develop a proposal, conduct their
research, and prepare an abstract and poster. At the end of
the program, students present their poster and give a talk at a
student symposium. Research areas vary year to year, but include the
marine microbial food web, ocean biogeochemistry, optical
oceanography, remote sensing, sensory biology, climate change and
fisheries oceanography.
ELIGIBILITY
An NSF-supported REU participant must be a current undergraduate
student and a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or
its possessions. Students graduating the May before the
program are not eligible for the Bigelow Laboratory REU Program.
Participants must be returning to an undergraduate program the
summer after the REU Program. Applicants should have a minimum of
one year of basic biology and be in good standing with their home
institution.
FUNDING
All housing expenses are covered by the program and 2012
participants will receive a $4500 stipend for the ten weeks.
Funds are also available for project expenses and travel to and from
the Laboratory.
Posted 12/9/11
Summer Student Research Program at the National Center for
Toxicological Research
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and
Education
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor provides graduate and undergraduate
students opportunities to participate in research on biological
effects of potentially toxic chemicals and solutions to toxicology
problems that have a major impact on human health and the
environment.
Deadline(s): 03/02/2012
Contact:
Sherry
Foster
Address: P.O.
Box 117
Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0117
U.S.A.
E-mail:
sherry.foster@orau.gov
Program URL: http://see.orau.org/ProgramDescription.aspx?Program=10137
Tel:
423-576-7385
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor provides opportunities to
participate in research on biological effects of potentially toxic
chemicals and solutions to toxicology problems that have a major
impact on human health and the environment. Appointments are held at
the National Center for Toxicological Research in Jefferson,
Ark. Areas of interest include biological sciences, chemistry,
computer sciences, mathematics, medicine, pharmacology, toxicology,
and related scientific disciplines.
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible applicants are students in good standing at an
accredited U.S. college or university, or accepted as an entering
graduate student at an accredited U.S. college or university.
Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or
higher (based on a 4.0 scale). Applicants must be at least 18 years
of age at the time of appointment.
FUNDING
Appointments are for up to ten weeks during the summer.
Stipends are based on educational level.
Posted 12/8/11
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Summer Program
in Microbiology
University of Georgia
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor provides an intensive, 9 week hands-on
laboratory research program in microbiology for 10 undergraduates
this summer.
Deadline(s): 02/22/2012
Contact:
Monica
Matheson
Address:
Microbiology Department
527 Biological Sciences
Athens, GA 30602-2605
U.S.A.
E-mail:
reumibo@uga.edu
Program URL: http://www.uga.edu/mib/reu/REUindex.htm
Tel:
706-542-2688
OBJECTIVES: Projects will address diverse topics in
Prokaryotic Biology. REU participants will conduct independent
projects with supervision. A wide variety of research topics will
address the diverse functions of bacteria and archaea. State-of-the
art techniques will be used in interdisciplinary approaches that
combine knowledge from the fields of Genetics, Biochemistry,
Physiology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, and Ecology.
ELIGIBILITY
Participants must be undergraduates (cannot have graduated
before the program begins) who are citizens or permanent residents
of the United States or its possessions.
FUNDING
The program will tentatively run from May 28 to July 27, 2012.
Students will receive stipend of $4500 and a $500 food allowance for
the summer. Housing and most travel costs will also be
covered. Students will stay in air-conditioned dorms on campus.
Posted 12/7/11
Aquatic Chemical Ecology REU Program
Georgia Institute of Technology
SYNOPSIS: Aquatic Chemical Ecology (ACE) at Georgia Tech is a
ten-week summer research program that gives students the opportunity
to perform exciting research with faculty in Georgia Tech's schools
of Biology, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Chemistry &
Biochemistry, Civil & Environmental Engineering, and Chemical
& Biomolecular Engineering.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact:
Benita
Black
Address:
School of Biology
310 Ferst Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30332
U.S.A.
E-mail:
REU.Coordinator@biology.gatech.edu
Program URL: http://www.biology.gatech.edu/undergraduate-program/reu/index.php
OBJECTIVES: Students will participate in research with one or
more of our faculty, learn about careers in science and engineering,
and see how scientists blend knowledge and skills from physics,
chemistry and biology to investigate some of the most challenging
problems in environmental sciences. Applications are encouraged from
undergraduate students who are citizens or permanent residents of
the U.S., especially attending universities other than Georgia
Tech. The following three areas comprise the research
activities covered by faculty in the Aquatic Chemical Ecology
program: biological and geochemical transformations of chemicals in
aquatic ecosystems; sensory biology and ecology of aquatic chemical
communication; and ecological roles and consequences of chemicals in
aquatic environments.
ELIGIBILITY
The sponsor encourages applications from undergraduate
students who are citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.,
especially attending universities other than Georgia Tech.
FUNDING
The recipient will receive a stipend amount of $4500, plus
accommodations of individual bedrooms with shared kitchen
facilities.
Posted 12/6/11
Internship Program
Venter (J. Craig) Institute
SYNOPSIS: The J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI) offers an
Internship Program to provide opportunities to inspire young
scientists and other science professionals to work in all areas of
the Institute. Interns are assigned to a mentor who is a member of
the Institute's faculty or senior staff. A research program/work
experience is tailored to each participant's education level and
capabilities. Students doing research at JCVI during the Fall or
Spring semester should apply to receive credit from their high
school or college. Interns are required to present a summary of
their research/work experience to the Institute's staff at the
conclusion of their Internship.
Deadline(s): 01/06/2012
02/17/2012
08/31/2012
Address: c/o
Internship Program
9704 Medical Center Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
U.S.A.
E-mail:
internships@jcvi.org
Web Site: http://www.jcvi.org/cms/education/internship-program/
Program URL: http://www.jcvi.org/cms/education/internship-program/important-dates/
DEADLINE NOTE
The Application Deadline for the Spring Semester: January 6, 2012.
The Application Deadline for the Summer Internship is February 17, 2012. The
Application Deadline for the Fall Semester is August 31, 2012.
OBJECTIVES: JVCI's research groups focus on human genomic
medicine, infectious disease, plant, microbial and environmental
genomics, synthetic biology and biological energy, bioinformatics,
and software engineering. One of JVCI's core areas has always been
high-throughput genomic sequencing which features the latest DNA
sequencers, a new technology development lab and a state-of-the-art
data center. The JCVI has a Policy Center dedicated to exploring the
social and ethical issues surrounding genomic research, and an
Education Group that seeks to enlighten and engage the next
generation of scientists through efforts such as the
DiscoverGenomics! Science Education Program. In addition to the
research group administrative internships are available in
communications, library and environmental health and safety
areas.
ELIGIBILITY
All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. High school
students must be at least 16 years old by one month prior to the
start of their internship and have preferably completed their junior
year. A 'B' average is required as well as a strong interest in the
selected career. College students must be enrolled full time. A 'B'
average, both overall and in science courses, is required as well as
a strong interest in the selected career. Graduate students must be
enrolled full time. A 'B' average is required. Teachers will
be required to show proof of employment for the upcoming school
year.
FUNDING
J. Craig Venter Institute Summer Internship Program is a
full-time (40-hour work week) employment program. The Semester
Internship Program is a part-time employment program. Students
should work no more than twenty hours per week for a total of twelve
weeks during the program. Students are responsible for obtaining any
appropriate school departmental approvals to determine specific
academic assignments required for internship credit. Students under
the age of 18 are required to obtain a work permit from their local
high school in both Maryland and California regardless of their
residence. All deductions required by federal and state law
will be processed through payroll. The Institute is not able to
provide assistance with housing arrangements or cost. Compensation
is determined on level of education completed. The amounts listed
below for 2012 are based on a semi-monthly pay period: For
students having completed one year of college, $11.90 per hour; two
years of college, $12.80 per hour; three years of college, $13.40
per hour; four years of college/first year of graduate school,
$16.60 per hour; two years or more of graduate school, $21.00 per
hour. Teachers receive $27.40 per hour, and high school students
receive $9.90 per hour.
Posted 12/5/11
Wintern GIS-Data Management Internship
2012 applied sciences PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
SENEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
SENEY, MICHIGAN
At nearly 96,000 acres, Seney National Wildlife Refuge (Seney NWR)
in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is one of the larger National Wildlife
Refuges east of the Mississippi River. Seney NWR also administers
island refuges in Lakes Superior, Michigan, and Huron, as well as
Kirtland's Warbler Wildlife Management Area in the northern Lower
Peninsula. For more information see: http://www.fws.gov/midwest/seney/
During the summer of 2012, Seney NWR will offer up to two (2)
Applied Sciences Program internships. These positions will last for
up to 12 weeks, with some flexibility in starting and ending dates.
Assigned duties will be wide-ranging and will provide a "boot camp"
experience in ecology and land management. While the primary goal of
the internship is to provide Seney NWR staff with field assistants,
consideration is given to providing interns a broader glimpse of
professional expectations within the field. Many interns go on to
graduate school after their experience at Seney NWR.
Specific assigned duties may include assisting with general
biological and ecological assessments and inventories (e.g., forest
stand assessments and inventories, ecosystem mapping, bird surveys
and censuses, frog and toad surveys, colonial waterbird surveys);
assisting with habitat management (e.g., forest management, exotic
species management, colonial waterbird habitat management); and
assisting with on-going research projects. Daily work is often
weather-dependent, with some work done rain or shine.**
Interested applicants should be currently or recently enrolled as an
undergraduate student, be inquisitive and mature, enjoy working
outside and in remote settings, be experienced with orienteering (no
MapQuest!), be physically fit, be able to work independently and
with high expectations, have good communications skills, have a
valid driver's license, and have a background in a related field.
Preference will be given to those who have demonstrated competency
in conducting independent field work. Interns are provided stipends
of $200/week for an approximate 40-hour work week. Some work will
occur during weekends and evenings. Seney NWR will provide
dorm-style housing, laundry facilities, and a work vehicle.
To apply, hardcopies
of the following must be received by 4 PM ET, Monday, 27 February 2012:
1. a 1-page cover letter describing personal background
and interests
and a discussion on how these integrate with Seney's
mission and future
career goals (see URL, above);
2. a detailed resume describing education, work
experiences, and skills;
3. unofficial copies of all college transcripts;
4. two (2) Letters of Recommendation that must include
the name,
affiliation, address, telephone number, and email
address of each person
writing a letter. One (1) Letter must come from a past
employer and
demonstrate the candidate's ability to accomplish
independent work.
Applications will be reviewed as they arrive at Seney NWR and until
the positions are filled. All information should be sent to:
Dr. Greg Corace
Forester-Acting Biologist
Seney National Wildlife Refuge
1674 Refuge Entrance Rd.
Seney, MI 49883
Incomplete (or late) applications may not receive full
consideration. No
application material submitted by email will be accepted.
For additional information, contact Dr. Corace at (906) 586-9851 x14
or Greg_Corace@fws.gov
Posted 12/3/11
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
Field Museum
SYNOPSIS: Field Museum of Natural History will offer eight REU
summer internships for the summer of 2012.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Address: 1400
S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
U.S.A.
E-mail:
psierwald@fieldmuseum.org
Web Site: http://www.fieldmuseum.org/
Program URL: http://fieldmuseum.org/about/research-experiences-undergraduates-reu
Tel:
312-922-9410
OBJECTIVES: Each participant will undertake an independent
research project supervised by a museum scientist in a discipline
such as taxonomy and systematics, phylo/biogeography, paleontology,
molecular phylogenetics, or conservation. Students will experience
biological diversity through the use of the museum's collections in
their research, and will be trained in project-relevant techniques
and equipment such as the scanning electron microscope, various
light microscopy set-ups, and equipment in the Pritzker DNA lab. A
six-week course in phylogenetic systematics run concurrently with
intern projects will provide a common theoretical framework for
their research. REU students will receive an introduction to the
Encyclopedia of Life in Field Museum's Biodiversity Synthesis
Center. At the conclusion of the summer, students will present their
research results to their peers and museum scientists at the
Undergraduate Research Symposium. Providing equal opportunity in
biodiversity-related research is an important goal of the program.
ELIGIBILITY
Undergraduate student participants in REU Sites must be
citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its
possessions and must be a freshman, sophomore, or junior at the time
of application. Seniors cannot apply for a REU internship.
FUNDING
REU student participants receive a salary of $4,500 for the
10-week program, and additionally $2,500 subsistence and $500 travel
allowance.
Posted 12/3/11
Summer Scholars Program
Ohio University College of
Osteopathic Medicine
SYNOPSIS: Twenty-two applicants are selected each year to
participate in this rigorous six-week program designed to give you
an intensive and realistic introduction to the first-year curriculum
at OU-HCOM. In addition to traditional medical school
curricula taught by medical college faculty, graduate students and
upper-class medical students, the program focuses on case-based
problem solving and small-group/team work. You?ll also benefit from
special lectures, clinical experiences, and study and time
management skill sessions in addition to workshops on cultural
competency and research methods.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Contact: John
Schriner, Ph.D. Assistant Dean,
Admissions
Address:
Office of Admissions
102 Grosvenor Hall
Athens, OH 45701
U.S.A.
E-mail:
schriner@ohio.edu
Web Site: http://www.oucom.ohio.edu
Program URL: http://www.oucom.ohio.edu/summerscholars/information.htm#require
Tel:
800-345-1560
Fax:
740-593-2256
OBJECTIVES: During the six-week program, students will: be
introduced to osteopathic principles and practices and learn the
basics of biomedical sciences; become familiar with problem-based
learning using case studies, small group discussions, lectures,
labs, independent study, use of computers and pre-clinical
observations; demonstrate your readiness to enter medical school on
both an academic and personal level; practice good interviewing
skills; build cultural competency by working as part of a team
with other pre-medical students from diverse backgrounds and
learn basic research methods. Students will not receive
academic credit for this program, but will be evaluated by medical
school faculty based on class participation, test performance,
general attitude and an assessment of potential for success in the
medical curriculum.
ELIGIBILITY
Applications are welcome from disadvantaged status (economic
or educational) students and underrepresented minority students.
Students will be considered educationally disadvantaged if neither
parent has completed a bachelors degree or higher. Underrepresented
minority is defined as racial or ethnic populations who are
underrepresented in the designated health profession discipline
relative to the number of individuals who are members of the
population involved. This definition would include Black or
African American, American Indian or Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian
or Other Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latino, and any Asian other
than Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Asian Indian or Thai.
Applicants must beU.S. citizens or have permanent resident status
and must have a minimum of one year each of college-level chemistry,
biology, and physics.
FUNDING
Financial support for each student includes: room and a modest
stipend; program materials and travel expenses to and from the
program.
Posted 12/3/11
Blandy Experimental Farm Research Experiences for
Undergraduates
University of Virginia
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor provides undergraduate research
fellowships to students interested in ecology and environmental
science. The sponsor's primary goal is to teach students to
formulate testable hypotheses about important ecological and
evolutionary questions. The format of the program encourages
students to develop skills in experimental design, data collection,
analysis, and critical reading of primary scientific literature.
Students also learn to prepare and communicate scientific
information to other scientists and the general public.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Contact: Kyle
Haynes
Address:
Blandy Experimental Farm
400 Blandy Farm Lane
Boyce, VA 22620
U.S.A.
E-mail:
kjh8w@virginia.edu
Web Site: http://www.virginia.edu/blandy/
Program URL: http://www.virginia.edu/blandy/ReuWebPage/HomePage.php
Tel:
540 837-1758 x
292
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor provides undergraduate research
fellowships to students interested in ecology and environmental
science. Research areas at Blandy are in the areas of
population, community, and evolutionary ecology.
ELIGIBILITY
These fellowships are only available undergraduate students
who are U.S. citizens and permanent U.S. residents.
FUNDING
The sponsor intends to provide ten awards that carry a stipend
of $4,808 plus an additional meal budget, free housing, and a budget
for supplies and research-related travel for the program, which runs
from May 21 - Aug 3, 2012.
Posted 12/3/11
Research Experiences for Undergraduates
Avila University
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor invites applications for the 2012 REU
Program: Natural History of a West Indian Herpetofauna: Eleuthera
(Bahamas), which will run from May 21 to July 27, 2012.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact: Dr.
Robert
Powell
Address:
Department of Biology
11901 Wornall Road
Kansas City, MO 64145
U.S.A.
E-mail:
robert.powell@avila.edu
Program URL: http://www.avila.edu/bobpowell/7powreu.htm
Tel:
816-501-2440
Fax:
816-501-2457
OBJECTIVES: Students participating in the program will learn:
(1) how to use the primary literature, (2) methods of field
research, (3) computer applications (word processing, data analysis,
graphics, presentations), (4) statistical data analysis, (5) writing
for professional journals, (6) how to choose a graduate program, and
(7) how to apply successfully to the graduate program.
The program begins at Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri on
Monday, 21 May 2012 and ends on Friday, 27 July 2012. The
three-week field trip to Eleuthera will be in June 2012. Much
of the research on this trip will address the relationships between
natural history traits and measures of performance in Curlytail
Lizards. Seminars include: (1) natural and political history of the
Bahamas, (2) political and economic realities in a developing
nation, (3) tropical biology and conservation efforts in Caribbean
nations, (4) how to write for science, (5) using a research library,
(6) the role of natural history museums in biological research, (7)
selection and application to graduate programs, and (8) ethics in
biology and conservation.
ELIGIBILITY
The program is open to undergraduates currently enrolled in an
accredited two- or four-year college or university who will not
graduate before December 2012. Applicants must be U.S.
citizens or permanent residents. Applicants should have taken
at least one science course and have an interest in pursuing a
career in the natural sciences.
FUNDING
The program will provide a $4500 stipend, all expenses
associated with the field trip, and on-campus lodging for
non-resident students. An additional $800 is available for an
accepted student residing outside the continental United
States. Participants are financially responsible for travel to
and from Kansas City, food while at Avila University, and tuition
(at a reduced rate).
Posted 12/1/11
Summer Switchgrass REU at UT Austin
Applicants are sought for the The University of Texas at Austin
Switchgrass Summer NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates. This
is an opportunity for undergraduates to participate in mentored
independent research on the ecology, physiology, and genomics of
switchgrass (Panicum virgatum). Our research program is particularly
focused on how switchgrass will respond to drought associated with
climate change.
Students will actively participate in interdisciplinary research and
will learn basic skills in the field and in the lab. Working as part
of our research team, REU students will contribute to group research
projects, design short independent research projects, and present
their work in an end-of-summer student symposium.
Placements are available in research groups headed by the following
UT Faculty:
• Dr. Tom Juenger (http://w3.biosci.utexas.edu/juenger_lab/),
• Dr. Christine Hawkes (http://www.sbs.utexas.edu/hawkeslab/),
• Dr. Tim Keitt (http://www.biosci.utexas.edu/IB/profiles.aspx?id=1966)
SCHEDULE AND SUPPORT
Each REU position is supported for ten weeks, with a stipend of
$4,500. The program runs from the first week in June until the
first week of August 2012. Students will be housed in a UT
dormitory, and the costs of the dormitory and meal plan are included
in the program. Some funds will be available to help defray the cost
of traveling to Austin.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Students in their sophomore or junior years of college, with strong
credentials and majoring in ecology, biology, genetics, or related
disciplines are encouraged to apply. Participants must be U.S.
citizens or permanent residents. Fieldwork in hot and humid
conditions will be required.
APPLICATIONS
The application deadline is February
15 2012 and should be submitted by email. Applications
should include the following:
-a cover letter describing experience, interests, and future career
plans;
-a CV or resume;
-a copy of undergraduate transcripts;
In addition, applicants should have two letters of recommendation
submitted on their behalf to the email address below. Only
applications that are complete will be considered. If
acknowledgement of receipt is required, please request this in the
application.
Applications and all requests for further information should be
directed to:
Dr. Sam Taylor
email:samuel.taylor@mail.utexas.edu
Posted 11/29/11
Research opportunity [LOCAL]
Greetings from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital! I wanted to let you know that the
online application to our Summer Undergraduate Research Programs for
Summer 2012 is now live. Our SURF programs offer students a great
opportunity to get great hands on experience in a biomedical
laboratory. Most of our programs are 10 weeks in length and offer
flexible starting dates. The online application will be open until
midnight, February 15, 2012.
Students may apply now at http://webcentral.uc.edu/gradresearch/surf/summerapp.cfm
SURF, a cooperative group of summer undergraduate research programs
at UC COM and Cincinnati Children’s, provides biomedical research
fellowships to talented undergraduate students in STEM disciplines.
We seek talented sophomores, juniors and non-graduating seniors in
the STEM disciplines to join us in Cincinnati for a summer in one of
our state of the science biomedical laboratories, under the
mentorship of experienced, caring faculty. We especially welcome
applications from students who are underrepresented in the
biomedical sciences. Across all SURF programs, we place about 150
students per summer, from all parts of the US. International
undergrads who have a student visa to study here in the U.S. are
also eligible.
The program features a variety of academic, social and cultural
experiences, including our annual Summer Research Welcome Picnic,
laboratory tours, research seminars, career counseling, a research
poster forum, and one-on-one training in biomedical research
techniques.
For more information about our SURF programs at the University of
Cincinnati College of Medicine and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital,
please visit http://www.med.research.uc.edu/SURF.aspx
Please contact if you have any questions.
Laura Hildreth, Assistant Dean and Director
Sharon Weber, SURF Program Coordinator
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
Office of Research and Graduate Education
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
231 Albert Sabin Way, Rm. 2005
PO Box 670548
Cincinnati OH 45267-0548
513.558.5625
fax 513.558.2850
Download our SURF Brochure at: http://www.med.research.uc.edu/SURF.aspx
Posted 11/29/11
Internship in Biological Illustration
California Academy of Sciences
SYNOPSIS: Funding is provided for an internship program for
students interested in developing illustration techniques related to
biological specimens.
Deadline(s): 02/17/2012
Contact: Dr.
Rich
Mooi
Address: 55
Music Concourse Drive
San Francisco, CA 94118
U.S.A.
E-mail:
rmooi@calacademy.org
Program URL: http://research.calacademy.org/opportunities/illustration
Tel:
415-379-5270
OBJECTIVES: Funding is provided for an internship program
involving the development of illustration techniques related to
biological specimens. Interns will work with one or more
academy scientists to develop illustrations that may be used in
scientific publications.
ELIGIBILITY
Any U.S. citizen or resident alien ("green card") who is an
undergraduate student, and who will not have graduated before fall
of 2012, is welcome to apply. An excellent academic record and
participation in a wide range of campus activities are highly
regarded, but not the sole criteria for the selection process.
FUNDING
In addition to the $3,600 stipend, some travel costs to San
Francisco (up to $450) will be reimbursed. A $2,000 subsistence
allowance is also given.
Posted 11/29/11
Summer Training Academy for Research in the Sciences
(STARS)
University of California, San Diego
SYNOPSIS: The The University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
offers an eight week summer research academy for minority
undergraduate students, recent graduates, and masters students.
Deadline(s): 02/24/2012
Address:
Office of Graduate Studies and Research
9500 Gilman Drive
La Jolla, CA 92093
U.S.A.
E-mail:
urstars@ucsd.edu
Web Site: http://ogs.ucsd.edu/student-affairs/summer-research/stars/index.html
Program URL: http://ogs.ucsd.edu/student-affairs/summer-research/stars/application.html
OBJECTIVES: The UCSD Summer Training Academy for Research in
the Sciences (STARS) program is an eight week summer research
academy for undergraduate students, recent graduates, and masters
students. The goal of the academy is to increase the numbers of
underrepresented students with research experience and prepare
participants for doctoral study. STARS offers an exciting research
internship for students by participating in an ongoing UCSD research
project and experience the rigors and challenges of graduate study
at a top rated research institution. Students will gain
research experience with a faculty mentor's research project; attend
a GRE preparation course; attend graduate school preparation
workshops; become familiar with National Science Foundation (NSF)
Graduate Research Fellowship process; receive individualized
feedback on NSF essay and proposed plan of research; and present
research at the UCSD Summer Research Conference. Eligible
research areas include: Bioengineering; Bioinformatics; Biological
Sciences; Biomedical Sciences; Chemical Engineering;
Chemistry/Biochemistry; Computational Neurobiology; Computer Science
and Engineering; Earth Science; Electrical and Computer Engineering;
Marine Biology Research Division; Marine Biodiversity and
Conservation; Materials Science & Engineering; Mathematics;
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering; Molecular Pathology;
Neurosciences; Pharmacology; Physics; Psychology (selected
specializations); Scripps Institution of Oceanography; and
Structural Engineering.
ELIGIBILITY
This program is designed for African-American, American
Indian, Latino/a, Mexican-American, Native Pacific Islander, and
Puerto Rican students to increase diversity in undergraduate
education. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens, Nationals or Permanent
Residents.
Posted 11/24/11
Internship Program
Morris Arboretum of the University
of Pennsylvania
SYNOPSIS: The internship program provides hands-on experience
and education that prepares interns for careers in public gardens
and related fields.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact: Jan
McFarlan, Education
Coordinator
Address: 100
E. Northwestern Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19118
U.S.A.
E-mail:
jlm@exchange.upenn.edu
Web Site: http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/ed_internships.shtml
Program URL: http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/ed_internships_application.shtml
Tel:
215-247-5777
x156
Fax:
215-248-4439
OBJECTIVES: Morris Arboretum offers year-long, full-time
internships with full benefits in the following areas: Arborist,
Education, Flora of Pennsylvania, Horticulture, Natural Lands, Plant
Protection, Propagation, Rose and Flower, and Urban Forestry.
FUNDING
As full-time staff members of the University of Pennsylvania,
interns work a 40-hour week at an hourly rate of approximately
$10.30. Interns must commit themselves for the full year term.
Arboretum staff assists the interns in finding housing by providing
a list of nearby affordable options. Occasionally there are
opportunities for the interns to live with hosts and exchange work
around the home of their hosts for a reduced rent. Interns receive
health, dental, and vision benefits through the University of
Pennsylvania. Additional benefits include paid vacation time, sick
days, and several paid holidays plus an administrative vacation for
all staff and interns is provided between Christmas and New Year's
Day. All interns are eligible for additional tuition benefits
at the University of Pennsylvania, Chestnut Hill College, and Temple
University's Ambler Campus. Interns may also sign up to take free
classes from the sponsor's seasonal course brochure and are
encouraged to attend Arboretum-sponsored conferences and symposia
that they find of interest and that will further their professional
development.
Posted 11/18/11
Integrated Biological Sciences Summer Research Program
(IBS-SRP)
University of Wisconsin-Madison
SYNOPSIS: The Institute for Biology Education at the
University of Wisconsin-Madison invites junior and senior
undergraduate students interested in research careers in the
biological sciences to participate in the Integrated Biological
Sciences Summer Research Program (IBS-SRP). As part of the program,
students do full-time research for 10 weeks with a faculty member.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact: Brian
Asen, Program
Coordinator
Address:
Center for Biology Education
Room 114
445 Henry Mall
Madison, WI 53706-1577
U.S.A.
E-mail:
ibs@biology.wisc.edu
Web Site: http://www.wisc.edu/cbe/srp-bio/
Program URL: http://cbe.wisc.edu/srp-bio/srp_application.html
Tel:
608-262-5267
OBJECTIVES: The disciplinary areas include:
biochemistry/biophysics; bioengery; cellular and molecular biology;
computational biology and biostatistics; ecology, plants and
environmental systems; molecular and environmental toxicology;
neurobiology; and virology. These eight disciplinary areas are
connected through a seminar series highlighting major themes in
biology, science writing, preparation for graduate school, and
biological sciences careers. The major themes are: evolution;
pathways and transformations of energy and matter in biological
systems; information flow, exchange and storage in biological
systems; structure and function; and systems biology. At the end of
the program, students give an oral presentation of their research
results and write a final research report that is published in a
program journal.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents
between their sophomore and senior years who have a grade point
average of at least 3.0 and strong interest in a career in
biological research. Students who are African American, Hispanic,
Native American, Southeast Asian, Native Alaskan or Native Pacific
Islander, OR who are from low-income homes, OR who are the first in
their family to attend college, OR who attend small liberal arts
institutions without broad research facilities are strongly
encouraged to apply.
FUNDING
There are no fees or tuition costs. The program provides a
$5,250 stipend, full support for travel, housing, health insurance
(if needed), and a partial food allowance. Students also have access
to campus libraries and facilities.
Posted 11/16/11
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) Program
Boston University
SYNOPSIS: Boston University's Summer Undergraduate Research
Fellowship (SURF) Program takes place over 10 weeks each summer. It
consists of the following: Full-time research with a BU faculty
member (approximately 40 hours per week); Weekly seminars on topics
related to career preparation and current research; Weekly informal
meetings; Final presentation on your summer research; and
Participation in BU's fall Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Address:
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
143 Bay State Road
Boston, MA 02215
U.S.A.
E-mail:
urop@bu.edu
Web Site: http://www.bu.edu/urop/surf/about/
Program URL: http://www.bu.edu/urop/surf-program/surf-application-2/
Tel:
617-353-2020
OBJECTIVES: SURF is designed to encourage graduate education
in the sciences for talented undergraduate students, especially
those from minority groups traditionally underrepresented in the
sciences: African-American, Hispanic, Native American/Native
Alaskan, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian/Polynesian, Asian
(excluding Asian Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, and
Thai). The SURF program is open to students who are conducting
research in the following areas: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology,
Engineering, and Computer science.
ELIGIBILITY
Requirements for application are as follows: Rising Junior or
Rising Senior ONLY; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident; and
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
FUNDING
Participants receive: a $4,500 stipend; a $600 supplies
allowance; up to $550 in travel expenses; housing in a Boston
University apartment-style dorm; and travel and lodging during the
weekend of the October Undergraduate Research Symposium. Each
summer, 10-20 outstanding students conduct full-time research in a
BU lab. Normally, 2-3 positions are reserved for Boston University
students, who act as peer mentors to the other participants.
Posted 11/16/11
Advanced Independent Research / Research Experience for
Undergraduates
Rocky Mountain Biological
Laboratory
SYNOPSIS: This program is an excellent way to decide if a
career in field biology is right for you. Advanced Independent
Research offers intensive mountain field work and emphasizes
individual research projects. One will interact with a variety of
scientists and their research projects at RMBL.
Deadline(s):
02/15/2012
Address: PO
Box 519
Crested Butte, CO 81224
U.S.A.
E-mail:
admin@rmbl.org
Web Site: http://rmbl.org/
Program URL: http://rmbl.org/home/index.php?module=htmlpages&func=display&pid=134
Tel:
970-349-7231
Fax:
970-349-7231
OBJECTIVES: Students will work with their mentors to develop a
testable hypothesis; gather data; analyze the data; and produce
metadata, as well as a written and oral report.
ELIGIBILITY
At least one year of college biology is recommended. Any
student interested in a career in field biology is eligible to apply
to this program. U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible
to receive RMBL full and partial scholarships. However, REU awards
are restricted to students who are not only citizens or permanent
residents of the United States, but also have not graduated from
college before the dates of the program. The REU awards are for
students who must work in the summer to pay for their education.
FUNDING
Students may earn up to $500 working in various jobs during
the summer session. This program runs for ten weeks, June 8 through
August 16. Students will receive various levels of support, up to
and including a stipend, depending upon the strength of the
application, financial need, and ethnic background.
Posted 11/9/11
Natural Science Internships - Museum Internships in
Collections Management and Research
Nantucket Maria Mitchell
Association
SYNOPSIS: The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA)
offers Museum Internships in Collections Management and Research.
The positions for 2012 are a Field Research Internship and a Museum
Collections Internship.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact:
Andrew
Mckenna-Foster
Address: 4
Vestal Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
U.S.A.
E-mail:
amckennafoster@mmo.org
Web Site: http://www.mmo.org/
Program URL: http://www.mmo.org/about/internships/natsci.html
Tel:
508-228-9198
Fax:
508-228-1031
OBJECTIVES: The MMA is offering a research internship through
its Natural Science Museum during the 2012 summer. The research
intern will gain valuable experience collecting data and organizing
logistics for several research projects, assisting in the operation
and programming of a small natural science museum, and learning
about the plants, animals and geology of Nantucket Island. This
position works closely and collaboratively with both the Collections
intern and the Education staff and is fully immersed in the study of
natural science and environmental education. The ideal candidate has
an interest and experience with entomology and ornithology. This
internship is a unique work opportunity for students who are looking
for experience with biological field research and environmental
education. The MMA is offering a collections internship
through its Natural Science Museum during the 2012 summer. The
collection intern will gain valuable experience maintaining
biological collections and preparing new specimens as well as
operating a small natural science museum and learning about the
plants, animals and geology of Nantucket Island. This position works
closely and collaboratively with both the Research intern and the
Education staff and is fully immersed in the care and use of a small
biological collection. The ideal applicant has interest and
experience with biological collections including birds, mammals,
arthropods, and plants. This internship is a unique work opportunity
for students who are looking for experience with a biological
collection with both historic and contemporary specimens.
ELIGIBILITY
Key Requirements and Qualifications include: For the
Field Research Internship - Educational background in
biology/ecology or related field with at least 3 years of college
experience; Interest and experience in field research, working in
museums and with museum collections, and in the preparation of
scientific specimens. Experience with insect specimen preparation is
preferred; Experience working with and interacting with the public,
both adults and children; and Comfortable with live animals
including non-venomous snakes, insects and spiders. For the
Museum Collections Internship - Educational background in
collections/museum studies or related field with at least 3 years of
college experience; Interest/experience working in museums, with
museum collections, and in the preparation of scientific specimens;
Experience working with and interacting with the public, both adults
and children; and Comfortable with live animals including
non-venomous snakes, insects and spiders.
FUNDING
Internship compensation is $2,700 for undergraduates or recent
graduates and $3,060 for graduate students; position includes
housing.
Posted 11/9/11
Summer Multicultural Access to Reasearch Training (SMART)
University of Colorado, Boulder
SYNOPSIS: This program offers students the opportunity to
conduct research under the guidance of a faculty mentor, and
participate in workshops designed to strengthen scientific writing
and oral presentation skills.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Address:
University of Colorado
UCB 347
Boulder, CO 80309-0347
U.S.A.
E-mail:
smart@Colorado.edu
Web Site: http://www.colorado.edu/GraduateSchool/DiversityInitiative/undergrads/smart/details.html
Tel:
303-492-4607
Fax:
303-735-2944
DEADLINE NOTE
Application materials must be postmarked no later than February 15,
2012. Applications will not be accepted prior to January 1, 2012.
OBJECTIVES: The SMART program is intended for undergraduate
students who are interested in preparing for graduate degrees in
science, math and engineering. SMART offers students the opportunity
to conduct research under the guidance of a faculty mentor, and
participate in workshops designed to strengthen scientific writing
and oral presentation skills. Interns may conduct research in
18 academic areas. These areas include: Aerospace Engineering
Sciences; Applied Mathematics; Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences;
Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences; Behavioral Genetics; Ecology and
Evolutionary Biology; Molecular and Cellular Developmental Biology;
Chemical and Biological Engineering; Civil, Environmental, and
Architectural Engineering; Computer Science; Electrical, Computer
and Energy Engineering; Geological Sciences; Integrative Physiology;
Mathematics; Mechanical Engineering; Neuroscience; and Physics.
ELIGIBILITY
Students must: Be 18 years or older; Be U.S. citizens or
permanent residents; Be members of racial/ethnic groups severely
underrepresented in science, math, and engineering (African
American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian/Alaska Native/ Native
Pacific Islander), or be first-generation college students who are
economically disadvantaged; Have completed their second year of
undergraduate study (the equivalent of 60 semester credit hours) by
June of the year during which they apply; and Not earn a BA/BS
before December of the year they participate.
FUNDING
The SMART Program pays program costs. Interns receive: Tuition
for 3 hours of upper-division undergraduate credit in independent
study at the University of Colorado at Boulder; Room and board for
the 10-week program; Transportation to and from Boulder, Colorado;
and A stipend of $3,600. Interns live together in University of
Colorado housing arranged by program staff. Meals are provided each
day.
Posted 11/9/11
Summer Intern Program
Virginia Institute of Marine
Science
SYNOPSIS: Each year the Summer Intern Program - Research
Experience for Undergraduates at the Virginia Institute of Marine
Science (VIMS) places 12 to 15 undergraduates with faculty mentors
for a summer research experience. Internships are available in many
areas of marine science, including marine biology and ecology;
biological, geological, chemical, and physical oceanography;
environmental science; fisheries; and resource management.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Address:
Office of the Associate Dean of Academic Studies
P.O. Box 1346
Gloucester Point, VA 23062
U.S.A.
E-mail:
intern@vims.edu
Web Site: http://www.vims.edu
Program URL: http://www.vims.edu/education/college/summer_intern/index.php
Fax:
804-684-7881
OBJECTIVES: The basis of the Summer Intern Program is a highly
individualized research experience for each student coupled with
group activities. Interns are expected to work with their mentors to
develop a project idea in the form of a brief research prospectus,
conduct their research, and then present results in a final program
that is open to the VIMS community. Interns also prepare a summary
research paper that is maintained in the program archives. In some
cases, this has been the basis for a subsequent publication in the
scientific literature.
ELIGIBILITY
All students, including those traditionally under-represented
in the marine sciences, are encouraged to apply. In general, rising
juniors and seniors are preferred for the traditional REU because of
their better course preparation, but we will also consider rising
sophomores who have enough science and math background (e.g. AP or
other advanced courses in high school) to benefit from an earlier
research experience
FUNDING
Interns will receive: a stipend of $5,000 for the 10-week
program (paid on the 1st and 16th of the month); housing in a
dormitory on the W&M main campus; and transportation between
campuses. In addition, most interns will receive partial to full
travel costs to and from the program from their home or university.
Posted 11/9/11
Libbie H. Hyman Memorial Scholarship
Society for Integrative and
Comparative Biology
SYNOPSIS: This scholarship provides assistance to students to
take courses or to carry on research on invertebrates at a marine,
freshwater, or terrestrial field station. The grant is
intended to help support a first meaningful field station experience
for a first or second year graduate student, or an advanced
undergraduate.
Deadline(s): 03/01/2012
Established Date: 10/18/2002
Follow-Up Date: 12/01/2012
Review Date: 11/03/2011
Contact: Dr.
Jennifer
Burnaford
Address:
Department of Biological Science (MH-282)
California State University, Fullerton
800 North State College Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92831-3599
U.S.A.
E-mail:
jburnaford@fullerton.edu
Web Site: http://sicb.org/index.php3
Program URL: http://sicb.org/grants/hyman/
Tel:
657-278-2382
Fax:
657-278-3426
Deadline Ind:
Receipt
Deadline Open: No
DEADLINE NOTE
The closing date for the receipt of applications (including
transcripts) and supporting letters will be March 1, 2012.
Notification of Awards: April 3, 2012.
OBJECTIVES: The scholarship provides assistance to students to
take courses or to carry out research on invertebrates at a marine,
freshwater, or terrestrial field station.
ELIGIBILITY
Awards are limited to first or second year graduate students
currently enrolled in degree programs, or advanced undergraduates.
FUNDING
The amount of the 2011 award was $1100.
Posted 11/7/11
Internship in Garden History and Design
Garden Club of America
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor provides an annual award to encourage
the study of garden history and design and, if possible, aid in
cataloguing the Garden Club of America Collection in the Archives of
American Gardens (AAG) at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington,
DC.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Contact:
Connie
Yates
Address: 14
East 60th Street
New York, NY 10022-1002
U.S.A.
E-mail:
cyates@gcamerica.org
Web Site: http://www2.gcamerica.org/outreach-scholarships.cfm
Program URL: http://www2.gcamerica.org/outreach-scholarships-details.cfm'scholarshipID=14
Tel:
212-753-8287
Fax:
212-753-0134
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor provides an annual award to encourage
the study of garden history and design and, if possible, aid in
cataloguing the Garden Club of America Collection in the Archives of
American Gardens (AAG) at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington,
DC.
ELIGIBILITY
Preference is given to an undergraduate or graduate student
wishing to work and pursue independent research at the AAG, but is
also available to a student at any facility approved by the
Scholarship Committee that provides adequate supervision and
structure.
FUNDING
The sponsor will provide $2,000 to the recipient.
Posted 11/7/11
Summer Microbiology Undergraduate Research Program
University of Iowa
SYNOPSIS: The REU in Microbiology at The University of Iowa
seeks to foster the careers of the next generation of
microbiologists. It does this by providing an intensive 10-week
research experience for bright and ambitious undergraduates who are
considering a PhD in microbiology or an allied discipline.
Deadline(s): 02/15/2012
Address:
Summer Microbiology Undergraduate Research Program
Department of Microbiology
3-403 Bowen Science Building
Iowa City, IA 52242
U.S.A.
E-mail:
undergrad-micro-info@uiowa.edu
Web Site: http://www.uiowa.edu
Program URL: http://www.uiowa.edu/microbiology/summer.shtml
OBJECTIVES: Participants conduct full-time, hands-on research
in microbiology, microbial genetics, or molecular biology.
ELIGIBILITY
The program is intended for undergraduates who: Have completed
at least two years of college; Will be returning for at least one
year of undergraduate study before graduation; Are majoring in a
biological science; Are interested in pursuing graduate school and a
career in biological research; Are United States citizens or
permanent residents (hold a green card); and Have limited access to
research opportunities at their home institution.
FUNDING
The program lasts for 10 weeks (May 21-July 27, 2012).
Participants receive a $5000 stipend plus a $530 food allowance.
Free housing is provided in the Mayflower dormitory. Travel costs
are paid by the program.
Posted 11/7/11
Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program
Mountain Lake Biological Station
SYNOPSIS: The sponsor provides support for a ten-week
summer program of guided, but independent, original research in
field biology. The program supports ten positions each summer.
Deadline(s): 02/20/2012
Contact: REU
Coordinator
Address:
University of Virginia
P.O. Box 400327
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4327
U.S.A.
E-mail:
mlbs-reu@virginia.edu
Web Site: http://www.mlbs.org/reuprogram
Program URL: http://www.mlbs.org/reuinformation
Tel:
434-243-4989
Fax:
434-982-5626
OBJECTIVES: The program offers guided, but independent,
original research in field biology. Student researchers work
closely with researcher mentors in compatible fields of interest.
Students take leadership roles in all aspects of the study; they
design the study and prepare the proposal, collect data and perform
analysis, and finally they interpret the results and prepare a
written and oral presentation.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants should have course experience in fields such as
ecology, behavior, and evolution. NSF-supported REU
participants must be current undergraduate students and must be
citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its
possessions. An undergraduate student is a student who is enrolled
in a degree program (part-time or full-time) leading to a
baccalaureate or associate degree. Students who are transferring
from one college or university to another and are enrolled at
neither institution during the intervening summer may participate.
FUNDING
The MLBS REU program provides participants with take home a
stipend of $5,000; it covers all room and board expenses and has a
project and travel budget. Participants pay no fees or tuition
charges of any kind. The program duration is ten weeks, from May
28th to August 3rd, 2012.
Posted 11/7/11
Summer Enrichment Program
University of Michigan
SYNOPSIS: The SEP encourages undergraduates to consider health
management and policy as an attractive career option through which
they can address health disparities by familiarizing them with the
field through a structured summer work experience. Each placement is
designed to offer a stimulating opportunity for awareness, learning
and growth. The ultimate goal is to increase participation of
students committed to eliminating health disparities in this
important and exciting field.
Deadline(s): 02/12/2012
Address:
Department of Health Management and Policy
M3226 School of Public Health II
1415 Washington Heights
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2029
U.S.A.
E-mail:
um_sep@umich.edu
Web Site: http://www.sph.umich.edu/sep/index.html
Tel:
734-936-3296
OBJECTIVES: Each student in the Summer Enrichment Program is
assigned to an 8-week, pre-professional internship in a health care
or public health organization in Southeast Michigan (including
Flint, Michigan). The student is assigned to a "preceptor" in the
organization, who is then responsible for assigning projects to the
student, helping to train the student, and supervising the student's
activities. Students conduct projects during the internship and are
also exposed to a variety of people and activities in the
organization.
ELIGIBILITY
Students entering their junior or senior year of undergraduate
study are eligible to apply to the Summer Enrichment Program in
Health Management and Policy. Those pursuing degrees in the social
sciences, the biological sciences, and other fields pertinent to
health management and policy, such as economics, political science,
accounting and finance, are especially encouraged to apply. Past
interns, however, have come from a variety of other undergraduate
fields of study, e.g. the Humanities and Fine Arts. Applicants must
be U.S. citizens. Because the majority of placements are in Detroit,
Ann Arbor or Flint, all participants must reside in Southeast
Michigan or Genesee County during the summer. Successful applicants
will show evidence of academic achievement (a 2.8 or above grade
point average on a 4.0 scale).
FUNDING
All students are provided a tax-free stipend of $3000 for the
8-week program. The stipend is paid in three parts: one at the
beginning of the program, another three weeks later, and the final
payment is made just prior to the end of the summer. All students
who do not either reside in Southeast Michigan or attend the
University of Michigan, are provided with prepaid transportation to
and from Ann Arbor from their home or school. Airline fares and
ground transportation from the Detroit Airport to Ann Arbor are
handled by the program. The program also rents a fleet of vans or
cars that enables students to carpool from Ann Arbor to their
workplace every weekday. The program pays for the rental of these
vehicles and for the cost of fuel. Occasionally, students who live
in the area prefer to commute to work in their own cars. In such
cases, the program will reimburse the student for the cost of
gasoline. Students in SEP all stay in a University of Michigan
Residence Hall during the program. Housing is provided at no cost to
the students. Instructions regarding items students need to bring
with them for the summer are provided once students are accepted
into the program. Students are provided with $250 to help with the
cost of food for the summer. Students typically cook their own meals
in the residence hall (which has a full kitchen) or eat meals at
local restaurants. Because of their work schedules, SEP students
cannot participate in regular meals prepared in the University's
Dining Halls.
Posted 11/7/11
Summer Program for Undergraduate Research for Study of Gene
Structure and Function
Hunter College, City University of
New York
SYNOPSIS: The goal of the Institute is to prepare and
encourage U.S. undergraduate students to pursue graduate Biomedical
Research.
Deadline(s): 02/28/2012
Contact:
Christine
Gonzalez
Address:
Center for Study of Gene Structure and Function
695 Park Avenue, Room 932HN
New York, NY 10021
U.S.A.
E-mail:
cgonzalez@genectr.hunter.cuny.edu
Web Site: http://genecenter.hunter.cuny.edu/index.php/programs/summer-program
Program URL: http://genecenter.hunter.cuny.edu/index.php/how-to-apply
Tel:
212-650-3324
Fax:
212-772-5466
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor provides support to prepare and
encourage U.S. undergraduate students to pursue graduate Biomedical
Research.
ELIGIBILITY
Eligible applicants are college sophomores or juniors with
biology, chemistry, biopsychology, or biophysics majors. Applicants
must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Members of minority
groups under-represented in science (African American, Latino,
Native American, Alaskan Natives, Pacific Islander) are especially
encouraged to apply.
FUNDING
Participants receive a $3,000 stipend. Travel expenses
are reimbursed upon arrival. Housing is provided at the
International House in Manhattan at no cost for those unable to
commute.
Posted 10/12/11
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