We have another internship with Dr. Francis Chan working in the lab and offshore...
Jerod ///////////////////////////////////////////////// Jerod Sapp PISCO Lab Manager 3029 Cordley Hall Oregon State University - Zoology Corvallis, OR 97331 http://www.piscoweb.org <http://www.piscoweb.org/> /////////////////////////////////////////////////// Position Announcement Marine Ecosystem Ecology Seasonal Research Assistant available at Oregon State University. Job ID#: HYPOXIA-2009 Job Description: We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to assist in scientific research in the nearshore oceanographic environment for the Partnership for Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans (PISCO). This work has a strong focus on understanding how coastal ecosystem processes such as primary production, nutrient cycling and dissolved oxygen deficits (hypoxia) respond to changes in ocean conditions. Responsibilities include primarily laboratory work with periodic participation in research cruises. Lab work includes: preparing sampling equipment and supplies for research cruises; analysis of water samples; maintaining proper lab records and data files; assisting professors, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students in their research as needed. At sea work includes: participating in research cruises on the R/V Elakha and R/V Kalipi; water sample collection; deployment, maintenance, and retrieval of oceanographic instruments. This position requires working early mornings, long hours in the field and occasional weekends. It may also require staying at housing on the coast for short periods. Required Qualifications: * Strong attention to detail and organization * Ability to work on a ship in rough seas * Ability to work collaboratively as part of an ecological research team * Interest in near shore physical and biological oceanography Desirable Qualifications: * Prior experience working on small boats in the open ocean * Prior experience with laboratory analysis (desired but not required as interns will undergo hands on training) * Physically fit, hardworking and willing to work required hours * Marine biology and/or oceanography coursework and/or fieldwork Program: This project is part of the Partnership for the Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans (PISCO), a large-scale marine research program that focuses on understanding the nearshore ecosystems of the U.S. West Coast <http://www.piscoweb.org/what/area/index.html> . An interdisciplinary collaboration of scientists from four universities <http://www.piscoweb.org/what/campuses/index.html> , PISCO integrates long-term monitoring of ecological and oceanographic processes at dozens of coastal sites with experimental work in the lab and field. We explore how individual organisms, populations, and ecological communities vary over space and time. Salary: $11/hr. Dates: Approxomately mid-March 2009 through September, 2009. Location: Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon Housing: We do not offer housing. Transportation: Transportation to and from field sites and dock is provided. If you would like to apply for this position, please email with Job ID# HYPOXIA-2009 as subject: * a letter of intent explaining your interest in this work, your background, your dates available, and other pertinent information * a CV or resume * a copy of your college transcripts (unofficial copies accepted) * a copy of your dive logs (if applicable) * email and phone contact information for at least two references To: Jerod Sapp; PISCO lab manager; [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> For more information, contact Jerod by email or check out our website at www.piscoweb.org. Review of applications will begin February 15.
