A NSF-funded summer research experience for undergraduates (REU)
position is available to a qualified student interested in conducting
research in ecosystem ecology. The student will be based at Loyola
University New Orleans and will conduct independent research in
support of a collaborative research project between investigators from
Loyola, the University of Arizona, New Mexico State University and the
University of Kentucky examining interactive effects of solar UV and
soil erosion on litter decomposition and biogeochemistry in desert
shrublands.
Qualifications: Undergraduate majoring in Biology, Botany, Rangeland
Ecology or related field. Prior coursework in ecology is required and
familiarity with computers, statistics and data processing is essential.
Requirements: Individuals will be expected to, 1) conduct independent
research that supports the overall research project; 2) work with
other students and researchers in a collaborative research situation,
and 3) prepare and submit a final written report of their research.
Support: 3 months (May 15 – August 15, 2009; dates negotiable) of
summer support ($1920/month), plus additional funds to cover living
expenses in New Orleans and travel to the Arizona field site.
Application: Interested students should submit a letter of
application, a brief resume, copies of transcripts, and names and
addresses of two references to: Dr. Paul W. Barnes, Department of
Biological Sciences, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA
70118; Phone: 504.865.2008; Email: [email protected]. Deadline for
application is April 10, 2009.
