FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS IN TROPICAL STREAM ECOLOGY:
Two positions are available to assist with a research project examining interactions between ecological and evolutionary processes in Trinidadian streams. The project is supported by NSF and involves a large team of investigators. Responsibilities include assisting with intensive field surveys, mesocosm experiments and the processing and management of water and biological samples (algae, organic matter, stream invertebrates, and fish). Examples of these duties include collecting and sorting aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates, water sampling, assisting with chlorophyll and nutrient analyses, preparing samples for stable isotope analysis, and helping with fish mark-recapture efforts. Field assistants will be based at a field station in the Arima Valley in the Northern Range of Trinidad, and will interact with scientists from North American universities (Cornell Univ., UC-Riverside, Univ. of Georgia, Univ. of Nebraska, and other institutions) and from the University of the West Indies. Applicants should have a Bachelors degree in biological sciences or related fields. Experience in aquatic ecology is preferred, but not necessary. The ability to drive a 4-wheel drive, standard transmission truck is required.
Two positions are available for a period of six months each, starting in January 2009, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and the availability of funds. These positions are ideal for recently-graduated students who want to live abroad while gaining valuable research skills. A monthly stipend will be provided along with housing and travel expenses. Please contact Dr. Rana El-Sabaawi at rwe32@cornell.edu for more information. To apply please send a coverletter, a resume and a list of 2-3 referees to rwe32@cornell.edu. Application deadline is Sept 30.
Two positions are available to assist with a research project examining interactions between ecological and evolutionary processes in Trinidadian streams. The project is supported by NSF and involves a large team of investigators. Responsibilities include assisting with intensive field surveys, mesocosm experiments and the processing and management of water and biological samples (algae, organic matter, stream invertebrates, and fish). Examples of these duties include collecting and sorting aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates, water sampling, assisting with chlorophyll and nutrient analyses, preparing samples for stable isotope analysis, and helping with fish mark-recapture efforts. Field assistants will be based at a field station in the Arima Valley in the Northern Range of Trinidad, and will interact with scientists from North American universities (Cornell Univ., UC-Riverside, Univ. of Georgia, Univ. of Nebraska, and other institutions) and from the University of the West Indies. Applicants should have a Bachelors degree in biological sciences or related fields. Experience in aquatic ecology is preferred, but not necessary. The ability to drive a 4-wheel drive, standard transmission truck is required.
Two positions are available for a period of six months each, starting in January 2009, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and the availability of funds. These positions are ideal for recently-graduated students who want to live abroad while gaining valuable research skills. A monthly stipend will be provided along with housing and travel expenses. Please contact Dr. Rana El-Sabaawi at rwe32@cornell.edu for more information. To apply please send a coverletter, a resume and a list of 2-3 referees to rwe32@cornell.edu. Application deadline is Sept 30.
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