JOSEPH W. JONES ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER ICHAUWAY, INC. PLANT ECOLOGY
The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center invites applications for a full-time, temporary Research Assistant position. This position will begin in August 2008 and is a 3 month position to start, with the potential of being extended up to 9 months. On-site housing is provided on a limited basis, but is optional. The employees will assist primarily with our long- term ecological forestry study, which will include intensive longleaf pine upland vegetation sampling. Other tasks will include data entry and greenhouse-based work, such as weeding, maintenance of seed propagation garden, and native seed collection. This position will report directly to the Plant Ecology Lead Technician. The 28,000-acre Research Center is located approximately 30 miles south of Albany, Georgia. The Center’s research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, over 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems. Job Requirements: Ability to conduct moderate to strenuous physical activity in the field, under demanding field conditions (i.e. heat, high humidity, and insects), and independently follow instructions is required. Qualifications: B.S. degree or coursework in biology, botany, horticulture, plant ecology or a related field. Experience with plant identification and the use of dichotomous keys is highly preferred. Computer and laboratory- related experience is also preferable. Wages: $8.00 per hour (limited housing available) $9.50 per hour (without housing) Send cover letter, resume, list of pertinent courses and list of references with phone numbers to: Plant Ecology Hourly Research Assistant Attn: Cindy Craft Joseph Jones Ecological Research Center Route 2 Box 2324 Newton, GA 39870-9651 Send information by Email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED], FAX (229)734- 4707. For specific questions or more information on this position, please contact: Melanie Kaeser, Plant Ecology Lead Technician by Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Telephone: (229)734-4706. The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center is an equal opportunity employer.
