Positions available: REU and Field Assistants studying insect attraction to fragrant compounds of squash flowers Dates (negotiable): June 9- August 29th Full time Pay: $10 /hour
Do you have a keen interest in plants and insects? Do you enjoy working outside? I am looking for an REU position and field assistants to work this summer on an NSF funded project studying the evolution of fragrance in Cucurbita pepo subsp. texana, the Texas wild gourd. We will study the attraction of detrimental beetles to this wild relative of the economically important squash crops. Duties will include planting, weeding, and watering field grown plants, preparing and applying synthetic fragrance, insect observations and data collection. The REU position will involve independent study on a closely related topic. All work to take place in Amherst Massachusetts. REQUIREMENTS: Driver's license, and ability to work early mornings. Application should include: * A current resume (please include your GPA and a relevant list of classes or an unofficial transcripts) * Two letters of recommendation * A brief cover letter describing your interest in this position * Indicate whether you are applying for the REU position, the field assistant position, or both. REU applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and be enrolled as undergraduates for the Fall semester. Field Assistant positions can be graduates. * Minorities are encouraged to apply. Apply by email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Or send to: Nina Theis 270 Stockbridge Rd University of Massachusetts, Amherst 01003
