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Multiple
internship positions in DEATH Lab Panama at the Smithsonian
Tropical Research Institute
I am considering applications for a total of four paid internship
positions for two separate projects (two positions per project).
Project descriptions are included at the end of this call for
applications, below general information about eligibility, the
application deadline, required application materials, stipend
support, and mentorship objectives. Learn more about my lab's
research at: striresearch.si.edu/death-lab/
& instagram.com/deathlabpanama/.
Eligibility: Open to recent graduates (post-bachelor's and
-master's) of all nationalities who meet some, or all, of the
qualifications established for each project. Interns will be
evaluated and selected based on merit and potential for
achievement, including a match between the project and the
candidate's interests and experience, opportunity for career
advancement for the applicant, diversity in the STRI intern
community, and completeness of the application.
Application deadline for full consideration: May 12
After May 12, applications may be considered until all positions
are filled.
Required Application Materials: (1) a professional resume or CV
detailing relevant education and experience; (2) a 1- to 2-page
statement describing the drivers of your interest in the position,
academic training and experiences that have prepared you for the
project, and what you would hope to accomplish through the
internship, including how it would advance your career; (3)
unofficial transcripts from your current and/or previous
institutions; (4) one letter of reference from an individual
familiar with your academic and/or research performance. Send your
complete application to Dr. Erin Spear, STRI Staff Scientist and
Principal Investigator of the DEATH Lab (SpearER@si.edu).
Stipend support: These paid internships include a stipend to cover
living expenses while at STRI (currently $1,250/month), a travel
allowance, and a health insurance allowance.
Mentorship Goals: Interns will gain practical experience and
skills in field and lab settings. Interns are encouraged to
consider the broader impacts and science communication of the
project by developing relevant social media posts and/or a short
article for the STRI newsletter and participating in-person
outreach with visiting students and donors. Research and career
guidance is available from Dr. Spear as well as other team members
in one-on-one and regular lab meetings. Additionally, interns are
encouraged to attend weekly STRI seminars, exposing them to a wide
range of research topics and providing an opportunity to interact
with the broader STRI community. The ultimate goal is that an
intern's active participation and unique contributions to the
project result in an opportunity to coauthor at least one
scientific paper. Finally, interns would be joining an inclusive
scientific community, as well as building a network of research
mentors at various career stages and potential future
collaborators.
Project 1: Microbial communities & disease pressure from
forest floor to canopy aka "Death from Above"
Locations: Gamboa and Parque Natural Metropolitano (PNM)
Duration: Three months (August 12-November 12, 2024)
Project Objectives: Utilizing STRI's canopy access crane in the
seasonally dry forest of PNM, this multifaceted and multi-year
project: (a) assesses whether adult trees are reservoirs of
disease for understory juveniles (a key assumption of the Janzen
Connell Hypothesis); (b) explores the vertical turnover of
microbial communities across abiotic gradients from forest floor
to canopy; (c) investigates the role of abiotic factors in
microbial turnover; (d) determines whether a disease gradient is
correlated with vertical abiotic gradients; and (e) captures
interannual changes in microbial community composition and disease
levels. This project involves lab-based work culturing and
molecularly identifying fungi; and field-based collections of
diseased leaf tissue. Interns will contribute to the third year of
data collection.
Desired Qualifications: an understanding of ecology, mycology, and
botany; no fear of heights; ability to drive a manual vehicle and
a clean driving record; experience accurately and effectively
entering data in spreadsheets and using the statistical program R
(at a minimum for descriptive statistics); using aseptic technique
to culture microorganisms and/or extract and amplify DNA, and
conducting fieldwork in hot and humid conditions with insects.
Interns' Role & Expected Products: This is a full-time
appointment for a 3-month period. Interns are expected to devote
40 hours per week to research. Expected time allocation: 10%
fieldwork (PNM), 75% laboratory work (Dr. Spear's lab in Gamboa),
15% entering and analyzing data and writing. This project involves
collection of diseased leaf tissue using STRI's canopy access
crane and lab-based work, including culturing and molecular
identification of fungi. All interns are expected to contribute to
written reports documenting methodology, results, and outcomes,
which can be incorporated into a peer-reviewed scientific
publication with the intern as a co-author.
Project 2: Evaluating microbial-driven internal decay of living
trees over time and space: implications for tree mortality and
forest dynamics aka "Achy Breaky Hearts: destruction, death, and
forest dynamics"
Duration: July 1-October 31,2024 (4 months)
Location: Barro Colorado Island (BCI)
Project Objectives: Tree death is a key process shaping forest
structure and composition. When a rainforest tree dies, precious
resources become available for nearby plants, the act of falling
can crush adjacent trees, and biomass turns to necromass.
Identification of the drivers of tree mortality is essential for
predicting forest dynamics under climate and land use changes, as
well as future carbon storage. Together, stem breakage and
uprooting account for more than half of tree deaths, and these
sources of mortality often occur when a tree has extensive
internal decay of its heartwood (heart rot) caused by fungi.
Centered on BCI's 50-ha ForestGEO plot, the research team uses
sonic tomography to quantify internal decay in living trees;
connect the internal and external health of the tree with historic
damage and tree growth and mortality; and assess long-term heart
rot dynamics.
Desired Qualifications: an understanding of ecology, botany, and
mycology; experience accurately and effectively entering data in
spreadsheets, using Excel, Word, ImageJ, ArcGIS, and/or the
statistical program R, and participating in fieldwork in hot and
humid conditions with insects; some familiarity with tree species
identification; comfort hiking difficult terrain, carrying field
supplies, and taking measurements in a hot and humid forest 4-5
days per week; ability to quickly learn new protocols and
procedures, be proactive, conduct research efficiently and
effectively, be part of a diverse team, adapt quickly to
situations in the field, including emergencies and bad weather,
and exhibit professionalism and responsible behavior; demonstrate
a strong attention to detail to collect high quality data. Basic
Spanish is a plus, but not mandatory.
Interns' Role & Expected Products: This is a full-time
appointment for a 4-month period. Interns are expected to devote
40 hours per week to research. Expected time allocation: 80%
fieldwork in the forest on BCI and 20% lab work, entering and
analyzing data, and writing in Dr. Spear's lab space on BCI. All
interns are expected to contribute to written reports documenting
methodology, results, and outcomes, which will be incorporated
into a peer-reviewed scientific publication with the intern as a
co-author. This position will involve living full-time at the BCI
field station; conducting strenuous field research in a hot and
humid lowland tropical forest with biting insects 4-5 days per
week; learning to navigate a ForestGeo plot; using sonic
tomography and ImageJ to visualize and measure the internal state
of a trunk for >100 different species of trees; observing and
recording the external conditions of each of the trees on which
tomography is performed; participating in the mobilization of
tomographic equipment and other materials through the forest over
relatively long distances (~5 km); entering data in ArcGIS while
the tomography is underway and in the lab; downloading images,
labeling them following established naming conventions, and
uploading them to OneDrive; and participating in the collection of
fungi present on the focal trees and freeze-drying subsamples
following a previously established protocol.
Posted 4/23/24
New
England Aquarium Fall Internships
The New England Aquarium is now accepting applications for our
Fall internships. We have internships in husbandry, training,
enrichment, rescue, rehabilitation, animal health, and museum
operations.
The New England Aquarium interns work with professionals for a
minimum of 2 - 3 days per week for a minimum of 12 weeks.
If you or someone you know is interested in an internship, please
visit serve.neaq.org/intern.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.
Charlotte Pension
Career Exploration Specialist | New England Aquarium
intern@neaq.org
Posted 4/10/24
Job
Opportunity: Atlanta Botanical Garden is hiring a Gulf Coast
Field Technician!
TITLE: Gulf Coast Field Technician
REPORTS TO: Gulf Coast Project Manager, Kelly Coles
LOCATION: Field work will leave from Tallahassee Florida; desk
work may be completed remotely or at the Gulf Coast Field Office -
Crestview, Florida
FLSA STATUS: Temporary
PAY RATE: $18 hr for up to 1493 hours for the year; no benefits
for this temporary position
Starts: ASAP
Ends: December 20, 2024
REVISION DATE:
The Atlanta Botanical Garden's (ABG) Conservation & Research
Department is seeking a Field Technician to assist with fieldwork
and data entry related to several projects located throughout the
Florida panhandle (Escambia to Jefferson Counties). The Field
Technician will report directly to ABG's Gulf Coast Project
Manager and will conduct a variety of fieldwork, including;
floristic monitoring, rare plant surveys, plant demography and
seed collection. This position is a field-based position with
limited ability to work from home - this will depend. Position
with flexible hours depending on project needs and plant
phenology.
PRINCIPAL FUNCTION:
This position assists the Gulf Coast Project Manager with
fieldwork in the Florida panhandle, including;
Rare plant monitoring
Searches for new populations of rare species
Initiation of new and data collection for existing plant
demography studies
Seed / leaf tissue collection
Field map creation
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist field staff with inventorying and monitoring of rare,
threatened, endangered, and culturally significant in-situ plant
populations across the Florida panhandle
Assist with field collection of seed, leaf tissue, cuttings,
herbarium vouchers, and other plant materials using methods
consistent with department protocols.
Support field-related operations in and out of the field,
including preparation for fieldwork, driving ABG or personal
vehicles to and from field sites, and ensuring that all equipment,
data and samples are organized at the end of fieldwork.
Maintain and prepare data for reporting
Track work by updating "project diaries" to document daily and
weekly work accomplished to meet objectives for multiple
grant-funded projects
Maintain volunteer forms and records of hours worked
Safely and efficiently drive ABG Gulf Projects field vehicles on
rough terrain
Follow established field and safety protocols
Utilize iPads, Survey123, FieldMaps, and GaiaGPS in the field to
collect data
Apply for research and collection permits as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable.
Associate or Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Botany,
Biotechnology, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
Prior experience with seed and pollen collection is highly
desired.
Prior experience or skills in field data collection, plant
identification, use of GPS and mapping tools, and navigation in
challenging terrain is highly desired.
Ability to work occasional independent field days and overnight
trips during peak field season.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude in adverse conditions
required.
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lb.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
The ability to effectively respond to multiple, changing and often
conflicting priorities is essential.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to spend long periods of time in
the field in various conditions including the presence of extreme
heat and humidity, thick vegetation, biting insects, and venomous
snakes.
The above job duties and responsibilities describe the general
nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this
is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all
duties required of employees in this job.
It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal
employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age,
color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental
disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic
information, marital status, status with regard to public
assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable
accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with
disabilities.
Please apply with cover letter, resume, and three references: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2279886
Posted 4/10/24
VESPER
SPARROW FIELD TECH (1) – SW OREGON
Pay Rate: $1528 bi-weekly
Duration: April 29 - July 3, 2024 (start date now flexible - could
be early or mid-May instead)
Primary Location: Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument near Ashland,
OR
DESCRIPTION: Klamath Bird Observatory (www.klamathbird.org) is
still seeking to fill a Field Technician position in our Oregon
Vesper Sparrow research program for the 2024 field season. We are
conducting an inventory of the size and distribution of Vesper
Sparrow populations in the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument, to
assess population status and potential conservation actions for
this imperiled subspecies. Primary duties will include conducting
transect surveys in picturesque meadow and oak-prairie habitat in
the Monument, and completing associated data entry. The Field
Technician will conduct transect surveys by ear in different
locations in and around the Monument, sampling along off-road
transects following standard protocols. Previous avian field
research experience is required, and experience working and hiking
alone in remote areas is preferred. Field training in specific
protocols will be provided. Ability to use your own vehicle
(typically on paved, dirt, or gravel roads - high clearance is
desirable but 4WD is not necessary) for field work is required,
and work mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate. Camping
independently, often at undeveloped or dispersed sites, will be
required for most work. One or two sites may require overnight
backcountry camping. Weekend camping in our lovely town of Ashland
and office access (for internet, etc.) is also available if
desired.
QUALIFICATIONS: Well-qualified applicants should have at least one
full season of avian field experience. Applicants should be
prepared to start work at dawn, have a full range of hearing, be
in excellent physical condition, and be comfortable working and
camping independently. Required qualifications include the ability
to identify a variety of western birds by sight and sound, hike in
off-trail conditions, follow standardized field protocols, collect
and record meticulous data, communicate with coworkers
effectively, work independently in remote areas, and work in
inclement weather conditions. Successful applicants will be able
to tolerate working in areas with poison oak, biting insects, and
the potential to encounter rattlesnakes, black bears, and cougars.
Surveyors must possess good map-reading and GPS skills (i.e., be
able to navigate back roads and off-trail hiking without cell
service), and have enthusiasm for working in the field. Applicants
must have a valid driver's license, relatively clean driving
record, and car insurance. Transportation to Ashland, OR, and
personal field gear (e.g. camping gear, rain gear, etc.) are the
responsibility of the applicant
COMPENSATION: The Field Technician will be paid $1528 bi-weekly,
plus reimbursement for work travel mileage at the federal rate.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter including your dates of availability,
vehicle type, and where you heard about this job opportunity,
résumé, and contact info for 3 references by email to Dr. Sarah
Rockwell (smr@klamathbird.org).
Hiring will be ongoing until the position is filled. It is Klamath
Bird Observatory's policy to provide a work environment free from
unlawful discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual
orientation, national origin, marital status, age, expunged
juvenile record, performance of duty in a uniformed service,
physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic
protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Additional
employment opportunities and information about Klamath Bird
Observatory can be found at: https://klamathbird.org/about-kbo/careers-and-opportunities/.
Posted 4/9/24
Job
Posting: Seasonal Invasive Plant Management Crew Lead and Field
Technicians
The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition has openings for full-time
seasonal Invasive Plant Management Crew Lead and Field Technician
positions, working on the Ely, Nevada, District of the Bureau of
Land Management. These positions start in May 2024 and will run
into October 2024. We are offering $25/hr for the Crew Lead
position and $18.50/hr for Field Technicians. Please see our
website for full job descriptions and benefits at https://www.envlc.org/employment/.
For questions, please email Hans Hallman at hhallman@envlc.org.
Posted 4/6/24
UofDenver/UMass
Small Mammal Field Technician
Small Mammal Field Technician - Deer mouse-botfly evolutionary
ecology
The Velotta Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at the
University of Denver (velottalab.com) is seeking to
hire one seasonal field technician to assist with research on the
evolutionary ecology of deer mice (Peromyscus maniculatus)
in Colorado in collaboration with Nathan Senner's lab at the
University of Massachusetts Amherst. The project is focused on
understanding how deer mouse physiology and population dynamics
are influenced by botfly parasites and environmental variation.
The field technician will assist with all aspects of fieldwork,
with opportunities for learning research skills throughout the
season.
The position will run from approximately May 20, 2024 - October
20, 2024 (5 months). Airfare, shared field housing, food, all
necessary equipment, and a stipend of $18.50/hour will be
provided.
Essential Functions
Maintenance of a small mammal trapping grid.
Capture, handling, and tagging of wild deer mice.
Field physiology including respirometry (metabolic rate
measurement).
Field behavioral trials.
Working in the plains and mountains in sometimes rugged terrain.
Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork,
diversity, equality and inclusiveness.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Interest in mammalian ecology, field biology, physiology, species
interactions, and/or related fields.
Comfortable living and sleeping in close quarters with the team.
Comfortable working at high elevations in sometimes rugged
terrain.
Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn fieldwork and research
methods, and ability to work well on a team and independently in
challenging physical conditions and sometimes stressful scenarios.
Applicant must be adaptable, communicative, cooperative, and
detail oriented.
For more information and to apply, please visit this website: https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/497191/field-technician-velotta-lab.
For questions, please contact jonathan.velotta@du.edu
Posted 4/4/24
Student
Forest Restoration Monitoring Technicians
The New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute is
hiring Student Monitoring Technicians for the 2024 summer season!
The New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute
(NMFWRI), which is located at New Mexico Highlands University, is
a statewide effort that engages government agencies, academic and
research institutions, land managers, and the interested public in
the areas of forest and watershed management. We work with
agencies and stakeholders at all levels!
The position is responsible for supporting NMFWRI's ecological
monitoring and restoration activities on public and private lands
throughout New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado. Projects will
require travel across the state. Activities are related to all
phases of restoration from research through project implementation
and monitoring. Position will focus on assisting upland Crew Leads
with ecological monitoring in forest environments and spend a
majority of the time in the field. Pay is commensurate with
experience. Position will only be filled if funding is available.
Minimum job requirements:
- Education: College student and classified as a sophomore,
junior, senior, or graduate student and enrolled with a minimum of
six (6) credit hours. Successfully completed one semester of
college.
- Experience: familiarity with ecological monitoring protocols
- Have or be able to maintain a valid Driver's License and
Defensive Driving Certificate
- Be a team player with a strong work ethic, attention to detail,
a positive attitude, and good self-care
- Be willing to hike, camp, and travel 4 days per week, including
early mornings and long days
Pay Rate: $13.50-17.00/hour, depending on experience
Potential applicants can apply at this link: https://nmhu.peopleadmin.com/postings/8912
More information about our organization can be found here: https://nmfwri.org/
If you have questions, please reach out to one of the following
parties:
Emily Yannayon
eyannayon@nmhu.edu
Carmen Melendez
carmen@nmhu.edu
Emily Yannayon | she/her
Ecological Monitoring Specialist
New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute
Posted 4/2/24
SageSTEP
Seasonal Field Technician Positions
We are hiring two field technicians to work on the Sagebrush
Steppe Treatment Evaluation Project (SageSTEP) investigating the
long-term ecological impacts of fuel reduction treatments in the
intermountain West sagebrush steppe and western juniper woodlands
(https://sagestep.org/).
This project has been running for 15 years with multiple research
and management partners. Technicians will be part of a four-person
team working and camping in the field in remote areas. Crews will
collect ecological data using established protocols. This is a
great opportunity to learn about natural resource issues and land
management in collaboration with universities, state, and federal
agencies.
JOB DUTIES:
• Identifying grasses, forbs, and shrubs to species (up to 250
different species).
• Monitoring native grasses, forbs, and shrub volume and density.
• Performing vegetation cover and fuel load sampling protocols.
• Operating 4-wheel drive vehicles on difficult roads.
• Recording and entering data on tablets in the field.
• Processing samples and entering data in the laboratory.
• Interacting with scientists and land managers from state and
federal agencies and universities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Field work at remote sites within Nevada, Idaho, and Utah.
• Lab/computer work in Reno, NV.
• Hiking in possibly extreme weather, including rain, snow, wind,
and high temperatures.
• Fieldwork typically involves 5-9 consecutive days with workdays
up to 12 hours/day.
• Extensive travel and camping at remote sites with no facilities.
• Carrying loads up to 30 lbs.
• Adherence to safety protocols.
• A valid driver's license is required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Obtained or pursuing a BS degree in biology, ecology,
natural resources, or related field.
• Experience: Data collection in a field setting.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others in group settings.
• Ability to perform physical labor and work outside.
• Experience with dichotomous keys and plant identification is
highly desired.
EMPLOYMENT:
• $17-19 depending on experience.
• Employment duration: Approximately May-August 2024.
• Please send a resume, unofficial transcript, a letter detailing
your skills, experience, and/or interest, as well as contact
information for three references to Dr. Beth Newingham at beth.newingham@usda.gov
.
• The position is based out of the USDA Agricultural Research
Service office on the University of Nevada Reno campus.
• Review of applications will continue until the positions are
filled.
Posted 3/30/24
ACE
Forest Health & Restoration Members -- Southern WV
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve in southern West
Virginia will be hiring TWO Forest Health & Restoration
Members for the 2024 field season through the American
Conservation Experience. The selected candidates will assist the
park on a wide variety of ongoing projects and begin work on
approximately June 3rd, 2024. One ACE member will serve an 8-week
term (until approx. July 26th) and the other will serve a 16-week
term (until approx. September 20th).
ACE members will work as part of the Forest Health Crew alongside
NPS seasonal and permanent staff, participating in activities such
as invasive plant and forest pest treatments, abandoned mineland
restoration, Virginia spiraea recovery work, rare vegetation
community monitoring, revegetation and seed collection, and data
management. These positions do require the use of herbicides and
insecticides, and pesticide applicator and safety training will be
provided by the NPS. Selected candidates will also have
opportunities to cross-train with other programs in the park,
including water quality monitoring, wildlife monitoring, public
interpretation and education, and trail maintenance.
Potential applicants can access the full job posting here: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/1086380.
The announcement will be open continuously until the positions are
filled, but early applications have the best chance so apply soon!
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DIVISION DEI STATEMENT:
The Resource Management Division is committed to creating and
maintaining an environment that is a respectful, inclusive, safe,
productive, and dynamic workspace for all team members, regardless
of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation,
gender identity, disability status, economic status, or other
diverse backgrounds.
We commit to:
+ Maintain a culture of frequent, civil, and open communication to
ensure that concerns are brought to the attention of management
immediately to be addressed before they persist or escalate. This
includes weekly check-ins with work groups and individual
check-ins to discuss work assignments and concerns.
+ Practice zero tolerance for language or behavior that is deemed
discriminatory, hostile, or inappropriate.
+ Create an accountable workplace by providing NPS resources for
team members to seek support, understand policy and procedure, and
report issues.
+ Work as a team to continue to include diverse groups and
practice principles of allyship.
+ Continually seek opportunities to learn and better understand
potential hurdles to overcome barriers of inclusion.
+ Maintain a safe work environment that includes principles of
operational leadership - an NPS program designed to identify
specific risks associated with a task or environment and empower
each team member with opportunity to identify and mitigate
specific safety concerns.
+ Assist interns and temporary employees with resume building and
navigating the federal application process to assist with future
career opportunities.
+ Broaden recruitment efforts for employees, interns, and
volunteers to reach a more diverse candidate pool.
Posted 3/30/24
Paid
Field Ecology Research Interns
B4Warmed Overview:
Northern Minnesota is a focal point of potential climate warming
impacts because it sits at the transition between boreal and
temperate forest biomes. B4WARMED (Boreal Forest Warming at an
Ecotone in Danger) is a unique manipulative experiment that warms
plants and soil in the field to examine tree seedling and
germinant response to warming with respect to physiology,
phenology, growth, and survival. For more information about the
lab and the project visit our webpages.
Position overview:
We seek independent and mature undergraduate or newly graduated
students with a background or interest in biology, ecology,
environmental science, forestry, or a related field for paid field
research internships. Openings start in the middle/end of March.
Start dates for the openings are flexible and up for negotiation.
On average an internship lasts about 4 plus months with the
possibility of extending it until end of the growing season and
beyond. Typical work days are eight hours Monday through Friday,
however some tasks require early morning, evening, or weekend
work. A valid driver's license is required. Personal vehicles
helpful but not required. Successful hires will work through
variety of tasks with primary focus on tree biometric,
ecophysiological and ecological measurements and data collections
in the field with occasional site maintenance, laboratory work and
treatment implementation. The intern will work in an individual
and team setting. Consequently, a maturity to work autonomously
often with long hours is required.
Responsibilities:
Work independently to collect biotic and abiotic data in field and
laboratory settings in accordance with established protocols
Measure plant growth, physiology, and phenology
Measure soil characteristics and processes
Data entry using Excel and Google drive
Implement rainfall reduction treatment
Routine maintenance of field sites, field instruments, and
research equipment, including a Licor 6400xt.
Lab work includes data entry, biomass assessments and leaf area
analysis
Aiding principal investigators and graduate students as needed.
Desired qualifications: 1) Eagerness to work hard in an outdoor
setting. 2) Capacity to collect data following established
protocols. 3) Familiarity with plant and tree species of northern
Minnesota. 4) Willingness to work well and play well with others
and live in remote area with others and/or alone. 5) Curiosity and
passion for the natural world. 6) Flexibility to adapt to a
frequently changing schedule. 7) Demonstrated ability to work
under changing weather conditions with large swarms of insects.
Research sites:
Field work will be split between research sites at the Cloquet
Forestry Center in Cloquet, and the Hubachek Wilderness Research
Center near Ely, MN. Both research sites are in beautiful forested
settings and provide access to the natural areas of northern
Minnesota including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. An
individual's home base will be at either of these locations,
though travel between sites will be required depending on project
needs. University vehicles are used for such travel. On-site
housing with furnishing and a kitchen will be available.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed as they come and potential
candidates will be contacted for a phone interview. Please send
cover letter (including available working dates), one-page resume,
and contact information for two references electronically to:
Raimundo Bermudez
bermu019@umn.edu
Department of Forest Resources
University of Minnesota
St Paul, MN 55108 USA
Posted 3/28/24
Forest
Ecology Field Technicians
The University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center
(UNDERC: https://underc.nd.edu)
and the Swenson Lab (www.swensonlab.com) are
searching for multiple field technicians to conduct tree sampling
and mapping at the UNDERC field station located in Land O' Lakes,
Wisconsin. The work involves sampling leaves from the canopy of
trees using throw lines for measurements of leaf function and the
spatial mapping of previously tagged trees in a large forest plot.
Previous experience working in the northwoods and/or in plant
identification are useful, but are not required. A willingness to
work in challenging field conditions and an interest in working in
a diverse team are expected. The positions are open to upper-level
undergraduate students and post-baccalaureate students. The wage
for the positions is $15/hr. Housing on the UNDERC property will
be provided free of charge. Residents on the property stay in
modern housing with kitchens and prepare their own food. The
positions should begin by June 1 and can last until the end of
September, but it is anticipated that some individuals will need
to leave earlier in order to begin the fall semester at their
institutions.
Interested individuals should contact Dr. Nathan Swenson (nswenson@nd.edu)
as soon as possible.
Posted 3/28/24
New
England Aquarium Summer Internships
The New England Aquarium is currently recruiting for our summer
internship cycle. We are currently seeking candidates for:
Giant Ocean Tank Intern (Must have completed 25 logged dives and 5
within the last calendar year)
Freshwater Gallery – Aquarist Intern
Penguin Colony Intern
Temperate Gallery – Aquarist Intern
Tropical Gallery – Aquarist Intern
Yawkey Coral Reef – Aquarist Intern
Audio Visual Technology Intern
Dive Operations Intern (Must have completed 25 logged dives and 5
within the last calendar year)
Development/Grant Writing Intern
Information Technology Intern
Marketing and Communications Intern
Volunteer Programming Intern
For more information, please visit https://serve.neaq.org/intern!
Please feel free to pass this along, and if you have any questions
you can reach out to intern@neaq.org.
Charlotte Pension
Career Exploration Specialist at the New England Aquarium
Posted 3/26/24
FOREST
POLLINATOR FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED SUMMER 2024
FOREST POLLINATOR FIELD TECHNICIANS (4) needed during summer 2024
for a large-scale project that is evaluating the response of
native bee communities to fuel-reduction treatments within managed
forest landscapes. This work is being led by Dr. Jim Rivers and
Megan Sampognaro in the Forest Animal Ecology Laboratory (http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim-rivers/)
within the College of Forestry at Oregon State University, with
field work taking place in private timber landholdings in Northern
California.
Positions Available: 4 crew members
Location: Northern California
Start Date: 05/01/2024
End Date: 08/15/2024
Last Date to Apply: 04/30/2024, Apply asap, applications
reviewed on a rolling basis.
Field Assistant position duties:
Field work will consist of physically demanding work in
challenging conditions (heat, cold, rain, sun, steep slopes, loose
rock, logging slash, stinging insects, hazardous plants); working
long days, including some weekends; camping for up to a week;
driving on active logging roads; using CB radios; and navigating
through difficult forest terrain usually without cell service.
Field safety training and CPR will be provided.
Primary duties of crew members will consist of:
• Collecting wild bees using a variety of techniques (netting,
traps)
• Quantifying floral resources and plant identification using
dichotomous keys
• Quantifying nesting habitat
• Vegetation surveys
• Assisting with daily routine, tasks, and checklists
• Data collection and entry daily
• Assisting with additional project-related duties as needed.
• Communicating with other crew members and leads to make sure
tasks are completed
Pay rate is based on prior experience and is $620-$680/week. We
provide free housing, including utilities for the full duration of
the position, as well as free project-related transportation.
Field Assistant Qualifications:
Successful applicants will have a strong interest and/or
experience in entomology, animal ecology or a related field.
Experience can come from employment, classes, volunteer work, etc.
Please highlight in your application if you have experience with
insect or plant collection and identification, previous experience
sampling pollinators in field settings, or if you are familiar
with Northern California flora. Most importantly, successful
applicants will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, be
able to carry heavy gear (30+ lbs.) on steep slopes, be able to
work harmoniously in a group living situation, have a valid
driver's license and clean driving record, be able to maintain a
positive disposition under challenging field conditions, and have
a proven track record of working in a safe, efficient, and
cooperative manner in a team setting.
Skills you will gain:
• Sampling methods for pollinators and their floral communities
• Plant and insect identification skills
• Working in a team environment
• Safely navigating in backcountry terrain without cell service
• Data entry and data management
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment
• Field safety
To apply: Email a single PDF that consists of (1) a cover letter
outlining qualifications for the position, (2) a full-length
resume or CV, and (3) the name, email, and phone number of 3
references to emcpollinatorcrew@gmail.com
with "2024 Pollinator Crew Application" in the subject line.
Positions will be filled as qualified applications are received.
Oregon State University and the College of Forestry is an
equal-opportunity employer. As such, we promote diversity, equity,
and inclusion in all aspects of our research. We welcome all
applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, orientation, or gender
identity.
Posted 12/20/23
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