REU forest ecology

REU, Forest Ecology, Clemson University by Jason Fridley (13 Feb 2026 12:27 EST)
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The Fridley Lab at Clemson University is seeking two motivated undergraduate students interested in gaining research experience in plant ecology as part of research teams working in the Great Smoky Mountains and Clemson Experimental Forest. Students will assist staff and graduate students in fieldwork in Clemson, SC, as well as several multi-day trips to the Smokies, about two hours from campus. Students must be able and willing to do some hiking and work off trails in humid conditions. Students will also be involved in a variety of laboratory activities related to plant growth trials, which may include sensor building and statistical analysis, pending student interest. Students will be provided with a $6000 stipend for living expenses over the 12-wk duration starting approximately May 18 (start and end dates are flexible). Qualifications and application instructions are at https://www.fridleylab.org/join-us. Deadline: March 20, 2026.

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Jason D. Fridley