Hi, I'd like to send out the following position announcement. Wetland Plant Ecologist
Background: IAP World Services, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Wetland Plant Ecologist to work on our contract with the USGS National Wetlands Research Center in Lafayette, LA. IAP World Services is the on-site technical services contractor and supports NWRC scientists in their research projects. Position Description: This person will support research on baldcypress swamps, floodplain and coastal ecosystems of the southeastern and Midwestern United States. The goal of this work is to develop knowledge of aspects of function and characteristics of species of these systems and how these are impacted by hydrologic alteration, climate change, surface level change, hurricanes and other disturbances. The work examines the primary production, carbon storage and other functional characteristics of these systems across latitudinal gradients. Specific job responsibilities include: * Acquire biological and environmental data in the field, greenhouse, seed bank nursery and laboratory (e.g., prepare and measure samples) in wetlands including but not limited to the southeastern and upper Midwestern United States. Overnight field trips of several days or weeks can be expected; multi-state trips of more than two weeks will be required; international travel up to two months may be required. * Establish and maintain seed bank and other plant growth experiments in greenhouses and growth chambers. Identify young plants from seed bank or greenhouse studies. * Establish and maintain field experiments, including litter production, root in-growth, above ground standing crop and invasive species studies * Process greenhouse and field plant samples in the laboratory, including plant identification, dry biomass and other standard analyses. * Input data into usable data files, and assist senior scientists in analyses of these data. Specific duties also include data reformatting, quality control checking, graphical output development, and creation of archival data files. Requirements: The position requires a bachelor?s degree in a biologically related field and research experience with an ecological, botanical, or soil orientation. Coursework in plant taxonomy and statistics are required. A Master?s level degree in a plant related discipline is a plus. Experience with wetland systems is a plus. A balance of field research and laboratory analytical experience is preferred. Experience in managing experiments under controlled conditions (environmental growth chambers) is a plus. Application: Individuals with the above skills and experience should apply online at www.iapws.com An Equal Opportunity Employer We promote a drug-free work environment. Women, minorities, and the disabled are encouraged to apply. ___________________________________________ Marshall Holstrom: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Program Manager, IAP World Services, Inc. National Wetlands Research Center/USGS 337-266-8565
