Applications are invited for an undergraduate student to join an NSF-funded project based out of George Washington University studying carbon cycling and the relative role of fungi versus termites in breaking down wood. We are working at remote field sites from rainforest to savanna north of Cairns, QLD, Australia (Brooklyn Sanctuary and JCU Daintree Rainforest Observatory), as well as James Cook University in Cairns. We have a 4 to 8-week (between mid May and mid August 2020, with flexibility) REU fellowship to assist with our wood decay experimental harvest and join living and deadwood biomass and termite surveys. The student will work closely with faculty, postdocs and graduate students on the project to learn about tropical field ecology and develop a project of their choosing within the overall scope of the project. The work will entail long hours, strenuous hiking, staying at field stations and camping sites along our gradient and working in hot tropical conditions. Stipend ($600/week), housing costs, food allowance and round-trip airfare to Cairns, Australia are included. The successful student must be a US citizen, US national or permanent resident and an undergraduate with a GPA of 3.0 or higher ideally majoring in ecology, biology or a related field and graduating no earlier than end of fall 2020. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the sciences and from colleges with limited research opportunities to apply. The student must show proof of enrollment in overseas health insurance. Application review will begin on 13 March 2020 and the position will remain open until filled. Complete applications and any questions should be sent to Dr. Amy Zanne (aezanne@gmail.com). Applications should include: unofficial transcripts with list of relevant courses, resume, contact information for three references and two statements. The first statement should be what experience the student brings to the project including outdoors, travel, and research, and the second statement should be what the student hopes to gain from the experience, including how this project will benefit their future research and career goals.

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department seeks a full-time temporary employee to assist with aquatic habitat protection and restoration. This person will assist with assessments of culverts, dams, aquatic habitat and riparian areas; stewardship of state owned streambank parcels; temperature monitoring; and implementing some restoration activities (e.g., tree planting or invasive plant control). This person may also be asked to help with fish surveys and other activities as needed. This position will be based in Roxbury, VT and will work statewide. This person must be able to lift 50 lbs, be comfortable working in cold and wet conditions, and work independently once they are trained. Some work on nights and weekends may be required. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter explaining their background and interest in the position, a resume, and contact information for two references by email using the subject Aquatic Habitat Temp Application to William.eldridge@vermont.gov by March 13^th.

 

This is the Long Island Sound Trawl Survey seasonal posting.

 

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2020 Research Intern

2020 Avian Field Assistant

2020 Camp Instructor

*Field Assistant needed for Anolis Research in Fort Pierce, FL*
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> We are looking for a field assistant to help us conduct behavioural
> research on Anolis sagreion small dredge-spoil islands near Ft. Pierce,FL,
> from April 22 to May 21.Daily activities include searching for and
> observing marked lizards as well as collecting habitat data. We will
> work long hours on most days (beginning 7-8am). Applicants should be
> prepared for hot and humid work conditions as well as travel on a small
> boat. Applicants must be comfortable handling lizards and using binoculars
> and should be adaptable to changing plans. All expenses (airfare, food,
> lodging) will be covered and a stipend will be provided.
>
> If interested, please contact AmbikaKamath: ambikamath@gmail.com and Nick
> Herrmann:nicholas.carl.herrmann@gmail.com with a brief letter describing
> why you are interested in this position and any relevant research
> experience along with your CV and the names and contact information of
> a professional reference whom we may contact by email. We will review
> applications as they arrive until the position is filled.
>

 Lab Technician in Evolutionary Genetics/Genomics
>
> The Nathan Clark lab (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnclarklab.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7C5734c45407ff4115eb3708d7b5fbf731%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637177966106165581&sdata=NFbnLbwlL13QjF8HaqLwFV8gAjiw3uXFzm752QBpUrU%3D&reserved=0) at the University of
> Utah is seeking a Lab Technician or Lab Specialist, depending on
> experience. The Technician will advance projects in the evolutionary
> genomics of adaptation to extreme environments, embryonic development,
> and gene expression. Expertise in molecular cloning, nucleic acid
> manipulation and analysis are required, as is a willingness to work with
> zebrafish. Experience with zebrafish is a bonus but not required. The
> Technician will also be responsible for keeping the wet lab functioning
> and organized. The position will begin with responsibilities in genetic
> construct creation, preparation of libraries for genomics, data analysis,
> and lab oversight.
>
> As part of our dynamic lab, the Technician will have the opportunity
> to develop skills in genomics, bioinformatics, embryology, CRISPR
> mutagenesis, microscopy and live imaging, and evolutionary and comparative
> genomics. Applicants should submit their CV along with references.
>
> The Clark lab is part of a recent expansion of 5 new labs in the area
> of Evolutionary Genetics and Genomics at the University of Utah. The
> Cluster builds from existing strength in this area at Utah to form a
> highly interactive group of researchers with great colleagues in EvoDevo,
> population genetics, phylogenetics, speciation, adaptive evolution,
> and host-pathogen co-evolution. Some labs in the Cluster include those
> of Mike Shapiro, Nels Elde, Ellen Leffler, Nitin Phadnis, Kristen Kwan,
> Dean Castillo, Gab Kardon, Talia Karasov, Richard Clark and Michael
> Werner. Come join us!
>

University of Connecticut: Research Technician
> One Research Technician position is available in Dr. Daniel Bolnick�s
> research group in the Department of Ecology and Evolution
> <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Feeb.uconn.edu%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cc5e635c73be0435a7c9408d7b5fb9275%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637177964427549401&amp;sdata=tq39oJ3elMbW8tO3F9U1Il15xrz%2BgIEgsa%2F572aZCOo%3D&amp;reserved=0> at the University of Connecticut.
>
> Tasks: The technician will be funded by a National Institutes of Health
> grant to study immunology and genetics of a vertebrate host�s
> resistance to a helminth parasite, and parasite evasion of host
> immunity. Previous work by the Bolnick lab identified naturally evolved
> variation in stickleback fishes� resistance to a severe cestode
> parasite (Weber et al 2017 American Naturalist; Weber et al 2017
> Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences). The technician will
> contribute to this research by assisting with fish care, experimental
> infection and immune challenge assays.
>
> Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a BS, BA, or MA degree in
> biology or a closely related field. Prior research experience is
> essential, including some experience with animal care (which is a core
> function of this job appointment). Previous research experience and work
> records should demonstrate a commitment to research, good work ethic,
> lab skills, and organizational ability.
>
> Preferred qualification: laboratory skills related to genetics,
> immunology, and/or parasitology.
>
> Duration: This appointment will initially be for one year, with the
> intent to extend for a second year conditional on performance.
> Additional years will be available contingent on external funding. The
> start date is negotiable, but an April or May start is preferred.
>
> Applications should electronically submit a single pdf file containing
> the following, in order:
> 1) Coverletter, including a summary of research experience and
>   career goals
> 2) CV
> 3) List of three references, with contact information (email, telephone,
>   and mailing address). We will request letters directly from these
>   references, after identifying top candidates.
>
> The application pdf file should be emailed to Dr. Daniel Bolnick (
> daniel.bolnick@uconn.edu ). Include the subject line “Research Technician
> Application: <YOUR NAME>”. Applications must be received by February 28,
> 2020 for full consideration, though late applications may be considered.
>
> For questions about this position, please email Dr. Bolnick
> (daniel.bolnick@uconn.edu). For information about the Bolnick Lab
> visit the lab website (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbolnicklab.wordpress.com&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cc5e635c73be0435a7c9408d7b5fb9275%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637177964427549401&amp;sdata=18uqP%2F3TH8KW2G5Li5BynS5FfRivIWA6ikYD0tX7QSQ%3D&amp;reserved=0 ), lab
> photostream <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flickr.com%2Fphotos%2F98765823%40N08%2Falbums&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cc5e635c73be0435a7c9408d7b5fb9275%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637177964427559397&amp;sdata=3UoDqqhg2MUKF4gJaMAAPOYcwPxPH2kxYROjtFit%2F%2BI%3D&amp;reserved=0),>
> , and Dr. Bolnick�s Google Scholar page
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>
> The University of Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants
> with questions about disability services can privately discuss their
> application with the University of Connecticut Disability Services
> Office. The Bolnick Lab is simultaneously searching for a postdoctoral
> researcher.
>