Advertisement: Research Assistant 2, Biology (Job 8238) A position is available for a full-time research assistant to assist with field and laboratory research on the evolutionary ecology of amphibians in Dr. Michael Benards laboratory at Case Western Reserve University. More information about the lab is available at: http://filer.case.edu/mfb38/lab/benardlab.html
Description of job duties: Perform research investigating evolution and population dynamics of amphibians and the ecological communities in which they exist. Essential functions include: Conduct laboratory and mesocosm experiments investigating the relationship between amphibians and their predators; Participate in care of the laboratory amphibian colony; Assist with sampling wetlands in Ohio and Michigan to assess the abundance of amphibians, insects, and fish inhabiting wetland communities (Involves work outdoors carrying nets and heavy sampling equipment); Help construct and maintain outdoor field enclosures and mesocosms; Identify and measure preserved specimens of amphibians, fish and insects; Collect and analyze data from field samples, digital photographs, and preserved specimens; Train new staff and students in data collection and animal care; May assist in developing improved techniques, projection methods or procedures. Requirements: Experience -- 1 to 3 years of experience conducting ecological or evolutionary research using amphibians, aquatic insects, or fish. Ideally, this experience should include work with live animals in the field, live animals in the laboratory, and preserved specimens. Education/licensing -- Minimum requirement of a bachelors degree in Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Conservation Biology, or related field. Valid drivers license required. Essential skills -- Has knowledge of the basic ecology of species found in wetland communities, including amphibians, invertebrates and fish. Has knowledge of basic techniques used to sample amphibians, aquatic invertebrates, and fish. This includes collection, preservation, and identification of specimens. Has knowledge of basic animal-care procedures to maintain captive colony of amphibians. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Technical skills -- Ability to sample amphibians, aquatic invertebrates and fish in wetlands. Ability to preserve specimens and to use dissecting scope to identify specimens. Ability to use basic spreadsheet or statistical software on a computer. Case offers a flexible benefits package including tuition waiver for employees and dependents. To Apply: respond in confidence, including salary history, cover letter, resume, three professional references and job code #8238 (email strongly encouraged): CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY, Human Resources Dept., 10900 Euclid Ave., Crawford Hall, Cleve., OH.44106-7047, Fax: 216 368 4678, E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (word.doc) http://www.cwru.edu. World Class Diversity Honored to be recognized as one of the 99 Great Workplaces for Top Talent in Northeast Ohio (2004-2007)
