Research Assistant: Biodiversity Genetics Research assistant wanted for project studying freshwater mollusk communities in Georgia for the duration of May 28th 2007 to August 20th 2007. Position will require 50% fieldwork and 50% lab work. Fieldwork will be 2-3 days per week and will encompass trips to 4 different rivers in Georgia that make up the Altamaha River Basin. Transects will be performed via kayak or canoe (experience preferred), applicants must be comfortable with camping in river wilderness areas. Lab work will encompass DNA and molecular techniques (PCR, sequencing, and electrophoresis), experience required though some training will be provided. Position is salaried through the University of Georgia in Athens, approximately $1500.00 per month; applicant must have a valid drivers license and clean driving record. All inquires please send CV and three references (at least one specifically noting the extent of lab techniques) to Scott T. Small via email [EMAIL PROTECTED], OR snail-mail to: Scott Small, Dept of Genetics, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, 30602. For more information on my research and the research of my associated lab check out: http://www.genetics.uga.edu/wareslab/biodiversity.html
