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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                             =
 
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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