2019 Fall Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS)

FULLY FUNDED MARINE, OCEANOGRAPHIC AND ATMOSPHERIC UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIPS

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) has received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), for the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bios.edu%2Feducation%2Freu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C4e150f9512544ba90df108d6a85f9b1b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636881525929165291&sdata=Jnqehyiwd8fwg0aYswdHXEkuEr%2FzafXE6jpzYHmZyto%3D&reserved=0) to support internships for undergraduate student research at BIOS during fall 2019 (students will arrive August 25 and depart November 16).

An REU internship at BIOS is an ideal way to gain the experience necessary to embark on graduate studies or careers in oceanography and the marine and atmospheric sciences. REU interns will carry out an independent research project under the expert supervision of BIOS scientists and undertake training in scientific communication, research methods and ethics, and career development. You will give presentations about your research to your peers and colleagues at BIOS. Our program offers the opportunity to take part in various field excursions to learn about Bermuda’s natural history, and all students will have the opportunity to participate in an oceanographic research cruise aboard our research vessel R/V Atlantic Explorer.

Funding includes return air travel to Bermuda, accommodation and meals. Each successful REU applicant will also receive a competitive stipend.

This program provides recipients with the opportunity to design and conduct intensive, hands-on research projects – under faculty supervision and mentorship, within several research areas including:

•    Biology, chemistry, and physics of the open ocean

•    Biology, physiology, and biochemistry of reef building corals and reef ecosystems

•    Molecular biology of marine organisms

•    Environmental chemistry of Bermuda’s atmosphere and inshore waters

•    Effects and consequences of global environmental change

Further information on the REU program at BIOS can be found here (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bios.edu%2Feducation%2Freu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C4e150f9512544ba90df108d6a85f9b1b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636881525929165291&sdata=Jnqehyiwd8fwg0aYswdHXEkuEr%2FzafXE6jpzYHmZyto%3D&reserved=0), including eligibility, application instructions, online application form, past student testimonials and details of the potential projects that students may apply to work on in 2019.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Completed at least one year of undergraduate study

Will still be enrolled as an undergraduate in the fall of 2019

U.S. citizen or permanent resident

The application deadline is May 31st, 2019.

We urge all successful applicants to arrange for independent study credit through their home institutions.

Underrepresented groups, and students attending colleges or universities where research opportunities in STEM are limited, are especially encouraged to apply.

Applicants are ineligible if they have participated in a prior NSF-funded REU in Ocean Sciences

Please contact us for additional information on the BIOS REU program or other BIOS education programs at education@bios.edu

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences is an independent U.S. not-for-profit marine research and educational organization with 501(c)(3) status and a Bermuda Registered Charity (#116).

Visit us in Bermuda or at https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.bios.edu&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C4e150f9512544ba90df108d6a85f9b1b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636881525929165291&sdata=flMBe3mC9gTwkBGlCLLyD25yXSntMtTEskxU9ellFZQ%3D&reserved=0

PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT: the iSustain Tech Coral Reef Ecology program for Summer 2019 will be held at Captain Don’s Habitat in Bonaire (Netherlands Caribbean) from July 13 – 25th and is open for enrollment. The deadline for applications is May 15, 2019.

DESCRIPTION: Designed for upper-level undergrads, grad students, marine science instructors or citizen scientists; the program includes two courses: 1) Field Research Methods in Coral Reef Ecology and 2) Scuba for Scientific Diving II. By successfully completing the two courses; participants will receive 100 hours of preparation applicable to certification as Scientific Divers with the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS). iSustain is not a credit granting institution, however, with advanced approval from your institution, you may be able to receive credit. Recommended credit for the Field Research Methods course is 3 semester credit hours in upper-level science.

 Recommended credit for the Scuba course is 3 semester credit hours in physical education.

In the Field Research Methods in Coral Reef Ecology course; participants will acquire research skills including coral, fish and invertebrate identification; coral disease ID; benthic surveying: fish surveying; underwater photography/videography and the use of a variety of other

underwater research tools. Data collection using slates, underwater cameras and other tools will be followed by training in data analysis, hypothesis testing and presentation of results through graphing and reporting. In the Scuba for Scientific Diving II course, participants will receive training for certifications in Advanced Adventure Diving and Rescue Diving (SDI/TDI) with a focus on research skill development.

iSustain Tech’s intensive programs have excellent results in terms of acquiring contemporary field research techniques and perfecting dive skills; fast-tracking the AAUS certification, which can be used to get involved in research projects at iSustain Tech or other AAUS member organizations around the world.

ACADEMIC CREDIT: iSustain is not a credit granting institution, however, with advanced approval from your institution, you may be able to receive credit. Recommended credit for the Field Research Methods course is 3 semester credit hours in upper-level science. Recommended credit for the Scuba course is 3 semester credit hours in physical education.

PROGRAM LOCATION: the program will be held at Captain Don’s Habitat resort in Bonaire https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.habitatbonaire.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C4e150f9512544ba90df108d6a85f9b1b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636881525929175301&sdata=ruzcJrNz2EbNAkNT1vvIA90gm9HJxkKd8gUGmwYvQ%2B8%3D&reserved=0.

PROGRAM FEES: The Program ONLY price is $2,150. There are two options for the program that include accommodations. The program fee for a private room (with kitchenette) is $3850. Or, the program fee with a shared room (with kitchenette) is $3,350. To register go to https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fisustain.tech%2Fsign-up%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C4e150f9512544ba90df108d6a85f9b1b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636881525929175301&sdata=Rwb0g%2FVU18A9VkyNwh1pLGLgm3msBrnDD9COTOLxbeA%3D&reserved=0. The program fee includes Marine Park Tag, dive tanks, and dive weights. Food is not included in the program fee but there are kitchenettes in the rooms and a grocery store within

walking distance.

To apply go to https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fisustain.tech%2Fsign-up%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C4e150f9512544ba90df108d6a85f9b1b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636881525929175301&sdata=Rwb0g%2FVU18A9VkyNwh1pLGLgm3msBrnDD9COTOLxbeA%3D&reserved=0

REQUIREMENTS

• You must be an experienced diver (20 dives within the last year or 100+ dives logged). Or, you can enroll in Scuba 4 Research Fundamentals at iSustain Tech. This is a one-week course from July 6 – 11, 2019, immediately preceding the Coral Reef Ecology program

• Current CPR/1st aid certificate

• Dive Medical History & Dive Medical Clearance by a Diving Physician

• Proof of dive insurance: Divers Alert Network: (DAN America) (DAN World) (DAN Europe)

• Go Pro camera or (other small camera) with under water housing if

needed (some models do not require housings)

• Full length wet suit, dive boots, open heel fins, BCD, regulator with

octopus and pressure gauge, depth gauge or dive computer, mask, snorkel,

weight belt or integrated weight pockets, compass, and dive knife

ABOUT iSustain Tech

The Institute for Sustainable Technology is a non-profit organization registered in Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean focusing on education, research and conservation

The New Mexico Consortium (NMC) is seeking a Post-Baccalaureate or Post-Masters Student looking to secure a challenging position focused on algal biology and ecology. The incumbent will work under the direction of NMC and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) scientists on a collaborative project aimed to improve the productivity and stability of algal cultures.

The minimum qualifications for this position include:

•    a B.S. in biology or other relevant discipline

•    a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent

•    laboratory experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices

•    the demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context

•    the ability to work across teams

•    commitment to achieving results in a complex social and organizational setting

This is a full-time 1-year position that offers a competitive salary and benefits (health, dental, life, disability and retirement plan). To apply, please fill out an application at https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnewmexicoconsortium.org%2Fcareers%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C4e150f9512544ba90df108d6a85f9b1b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636881525929185310&sdata=WeUbbxYVLfJzrFcOeLoLAWEJXSwOzFpxR5bGpOXDy08%3D&reserved=0 and upload a single PDF that includes a cover letter, CV or resume, transcripts, and list of three references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Field Assistant Needed

The Woodard lab is seeking two field assistants to help with a queen bumble bee behavioral ecology project in and around Yosemite National Park. Specific duties include catching and tagging queen bumble bees, monitoring bumble bee nest development, and conducting observations of queen foraging behavior. This is a 10-week position from mid May through mid July with housing and travel covered. Some stipend may be available. Applicants must be flexible on exact start and end dates, as these will depend on when queens emerge from diapause in the spring.

Required Skills:

·      Comfortable catching and handling stinging insects

·      Able to hike over uneven terrain

·      Able to lift 50 pounds of equipment

·      Able to work independently

·      Able to work well in a team

·      Excellent attention to detail

·      Excellent troubleshooting skills

·      Excellent communication and conflict management skills

·      Able to work and live in close quarters with little privacy

·      Interest in biology, ecology, or related field

Preferred Skills:

·      Valid driver’s license

·      Wilderness first aid experience

·      Previous field work experience

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information (email and phone number) of 2 references to Erica Sarro (esarr002@ucr.edu ) and Hollis Woodard (hollisw@ucr.edu ), subject line: “Field Assistant Application – YourLastName”. Applications must be received no later than March 25th, 2019.

—

Erica Sarro

PhD Student

University of California Riverside

Department of Entomology

woodardlab.com

Researchers with the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute are seeking a skilled intern to help with a pilot project on fish communication in Washington DC this summer.  A small stipend will be provided.  See full description of the project below.

Project Name:

Eavesdropping on Amazonian Fish

Introduction:

At the Smithsonian Institution, 2019 has been declared the Year of Music, an Institution-wide initiative to increase public engagement, advance understanding, and connect communities in Washington, D.C., across the nation, and around the globe. The Smithsonian Year of Music will highlight and share our vast musical holdings, bringing together our resources in history, art, culture, science, and education.

Sounds provide invaluable data about animal behavior and ecosystems and sounds in tropical freshwater habitats are highly understudied in spite of their potential for biodiversity monitoring. As part of the SI Year of Music, the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) is implementing a project entitled “Eavesdropping on Amazonian Fish”. This project will record and study the sounds of fish species housed at the Smithsonian National Zoo’s Amazonia exhibit. The goal is to record and understand sounds produced by different Amazonian aquatic species 1) to test methods for monitoring freshwater habitats at our field sites in the Andes and Amazon, and 2) to produce recordings that catch visitors’ attention and pique interest in fish communication. We are seeking an intern to participate in data collection, analysis and communication of results for this project, as well as other related tasks.

Learning Goals and Objectives:

This is a paid internship opportunity in which the intern will work closely with an SCBI researcher and Amazonia senior staff to learn how to collect acoustic data in tanks in the Zoo’s Amazonia Exhibit and potentially at other field sites in the DMV area. The intern will also learn about acoustic data management and analysis, and about communicating the results of acoustic data to the public in a creative and engaging way.  We hope to identify an undergraduate student interested in science and music to work on this project.

Through this internship, the intern will learn the following skills as they gain hands-on experience with data collection, analysis and communication:

•    Managing and understanding audio recordings of a variety of taxonomic groups, including fish;

•    Using ecoacoustics analysis tools and understanding the variety of classification programs available for ecoacoustics data;

•    How and when to apply different analytical methods to ecoacoustic and bioacoustic data;

•    Working in collaborative scientific research programs with research scientists, zookeepers, administrative staff, and managers

•    Conducting thorough reviews of the scientific literature for a specific topic;

•    Creating and filling in a detailed database (using Microsoft Excel) to manage acoustic data;

•    Synthesizing data and developing presentations for public audiences;

•    Internal procedures and processes for executing research and fieldwork and associated tasks;

•    Inventory techniques, management and maintenance of equipment used for research purposes;

•    Skills associated with program management and tracking timelines

Under the guidance of her/his mentors, the intern will coordinate and cooperate closely with other team staff as necessary to ensure the execution of project goals.  In the process of assisting with this project, the intern will have the unique opportunity to become familiar with the details of other research programs at SCBI and interact with staff working on in a variety of roles on projects at the Smithsonian. We will encourage the intern to engage with other interns, fellows, administrative personnel and scientists, and to take part in educational opportunities across the institution at large.

Qualifications:

•    Upperclass undergraduate students, recent graduates or graduate level students with an interest in biodiversity conservation, ecology and preferably an interest in music

•    A strong inclination for teamwork and organization

•    Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate science topics to volunteers and other audiences for whom familiarity with subject matter may vary

•    Excellent attention to detail, including the ability to accurately record and maintain large databases

•    High levels of motivation, as data collection may begin before sunrise and require tolerance for a range of field conditions and climate including heat and high humidity

Locations:

Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington DC, 20560

Amazonia Exhibit, National Zoological Park, Washington DC, 20008

Internship dates:

May 6 – Aug 16, 2019 (15 weeks). An earlier start date would be considered.

The full 15 weeks is preferred, and students must commit to a minimum of 12 weeks, 20 hours/week.

Stipend:

The intern will receive a stipend for a period of up to 15 weeks. College credit is offered if desired; intern is responsible for obtaining necessary approvals from their university. Intern will be responsible for all transportation costs and personal health insurance.

Housing:

Housing is not provided and intern is responsible for making his or her own housing arrangements in the Washington, D.C. area.

Application deadline:

Monday, April 1, 2019

How to Apply:

To apply, send a one-page statement of your interest in pursuing this position to deichmannj@si.edu. The statement should mention relevant experience, career goals, your reasons for wanting this internship, and what you hope to gain from the experience. Please also send a professional resume or CV and indicate your availability with respect to the dates of the internship.

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 six days/week, in occasionally hot and buggy conditions. Start date can be flexible.  Salary $2000-2300/month depending on experience.  Must have own vehicle.  Housing and reimbursement for gas provided.  Send cover letter of interest, resume, and three references by 31 March to Dr. David Mizrahi, NJ Audubon, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210, hr.research@njaudubon.org.  NJ Audubon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

David S. Mizrahi, PhD

Vice-president, Research and Monitoring

NJ Audubon

Center for Research and Education

600 Route 47 North

Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

609.861.1608  x917

The Silviculture and Applied Forest Ecology Lab at Iowa State University is

seeking two summer technicians to assist with research efforts. The

majority of the work will support an experimental study assessing upland

oak-hickory forest ecosystem response to invasive species removal across

southern Iowa, but there may also be opportunities to support other

projects.  All positions will involve coordination with either the Iowa DNR

or the USFS Northern Research Station.  The positions offer valuable field

experience, the opportunity to work on research directly supporting

conservation and management efforts, and the opportunity to network with

agency partners.

*Requirements:*

– Background in forestry, ecology, conservation biology, natural resources,

environmental science, or a related field.

– Previous field experience is strongly preferred.

– Skills with tree, shrub, and herbaceous plant identification are also

preferred.

*Compensation:*

$11.50-13/hour, depending on experience

*Responsibilities:*

The position requires extensive field work in relatively remote areas.  Duties

may include (but are not limited to) sampling herbaceous and woody

understory plants, mapping overstory trees, collecting increment cores, and

limited data entry.  Applicants must be willing to work long days outside

in varied conditions. Shared lodging near Chariton, IA as well as

transportation to and from research sites will be provided.  The positions

will begin the last week of May or first week of June and end in mid-August.

*To apply:*

Please send a resume, contact information for two references, and a letter

of interest to Dr. Miranda Curzon (mcurzon@iastate.edu).  The positions

will be open until filled, but you should apply before Wednesday, March 27th

for full consideration.

The Urban Resilience to Extremes Sustainability Research Network (UREx SRN) is pleased to announce six (6) potential research opportunities for undergraduate students to participate this summer in interdisciplinary research associated with urban infrastructure resilience and community vulnerability in the face of extreme weather-related events. UREx SRN aims to generate knowledge and promote actions that will ensure urban resilience. UREx SRN is interested in students who have their sights set on graduate school and careers in related scientific research and outcomes. The REU opportunity will provide four (4) selected students hands-on experience in data research, analysis, stakeholder engagement and active collaboration with the UREx SRN team.

Compensation: Each REU student will receive a competitive funding package up to US $4,500 for research stipends and travel (if applicable).

View REU opporunities at: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsustainability.asu.edu%2Furbanresilience%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C7b8de0251875404cb24b08d6a795f146%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636880659798312427&sdata=qPKMEDr6615x%2B7dzVTG8W%2FtsxMSkgIBMeBdaSGvQZ1Y%3D&reserved=0.

Submit student applications to: Emily Key (emily.key@asu.edu  ).Application deadline: Friday, April 12, 2019 @ 5:00 PM AZ-MST.

Opportunity 1: Pleasantville, NY or Corvallis, OR

The role of green infrastructure incentive programs in (in)equitably meeting urban stormwater challenges

Opportunity 2: Phoenix, AZ

Mitigating Extreme Heat as Tempe Densifies

Opportunity 3: Phoenix, AZ

How does the establishment of flow-control structures in an ephemeral desert wash influence surrounding vegetation?

Opportunity 4: Phoenix, AZ

Comparative Urban Futures for Flood Resilience

Opportunity 5: Miami, FL

Opportunities in Floodplain Management for Risk Reduction and Natural Systems Benefits

Opportunity 6: Miami, FL

Urban Wetland Restoration

Deadline: April 18, 2019

To Apply: sesync.us/commsassist

The National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.SESYNC.org&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C2e8ca5aed8f4453252ed08d6a6cd863f%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636879799031629806&sdata=jzDNNeN4Vt%2BcR8k2Ed4IiDX14d9F3fXr%2FFWQVzNyTSE%3D&reserved=0) located in Annapolis, Maryland is a think-tank type research center funded by the National Science Foundation through the University of Maryland. SESYNC is devoted to promoting interdisciplinary synthesis research on the sustainability of coupled human-natural systems, and is seeking a candidate to provide support for center communications and research programs.

The successful candidate will work on a variety of activities, including:

– Work with the communications team to develop and post web content and social media postings associated with SESYNC research

– SESYNC leadership by preparing written materials and presentations

– Help with administrative aspects of research programs and travel administration as needed

Qualifications:

Requirements:

– B.A. or B.S. in an environmental field or science journalism

– Excellent writing skills including ability to create clear and concise content

– Experience with, or interest in learning, social media platforms and a web-based content management system

– Proficiency with desktop computers running Microsoft Office Suite

– Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills

– Professional demeanor and ability to communicate with a variety of individuals from different disciplines and backgrounds

Preferred:

– Knowledge of socio-environmental issues

– Knowledge of and expertise in HTML, CSS, content management systems (Drupal preferred), accessibility, and web publishing procedures

– Experience with responsible use of social media

– Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

– Knowledge of cross-platform digital analytics, especially Google Analytics