Research Technician II The Moore Ecohydrology Lab in the Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management at Texas A&M University is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a one-year full-time position (with potential extension) to assist with research on the ecophysiology of giant reed, Arundo donax. Arundo is an invasive plant common in natural and artificial drainages throughout the southern United States. The purpose of this project is to characterize the growth and water use characteristics of this invasive plant using a leaf gas exchange system, in field populations and in a greenhouse. Part of the research is directed at the effect of potential biological control agents on Arundos physiology. We are searching for a highly responsible individual with a B.S. or M.S. in plant ecology, plant physiology, or a related natural science field. Prior research experience in field ecology is highly desired. Previous experience using a LI-COR 6400 gas exchange photosynthesis system is preferred. The successful candidate must work well both independently and in groups, be willing to travel frequently to distant research sites (at times right along the border with Mexico), and be capable of working in the hot and humid conditions of Texas summers. Work will be conducted in College Station, TX as well as the Rio Grande basin from McAllen to Brownsville, TX and the nearby Moore Air Base, a USDA facility. The position is available beginning May 1, 2007 (with up to two weeks flexibility) and is located on-campus at Texas A&M in College Station. Salary for the one year term will be $30,000, plus health insurance and retirement benefits. If interested, please submit electronically a brief letter of interest, resume/CV, and contact information for 3 referees to:
Dr. Georgianne Moore, Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management, Texas A&M University, [EMAIL PROTECTED] --------------------------------- Never miss an email again! Yahoo! Toolbar alerts you the instant new Mail arrives. Check it out.
