We seek to fill multiple temporary field technician positions for a large- scale experiment on restoration of plant communities in fragmented habitats with corridors. Technicians will join a team of several principal investigators (Ellen Damschen at Washington University in St. Louis, Nick Haddad at North Carolina State University, Doug Levey at University of Florida, and Josh Tewksbury at University of Washington), postdoc Lars Brudvig, and several undergraduate and graduate students, and be provided exposure to numerous research questions and approaches.
Research will include studies of the effects of corridors on various aspects of plant restoration, including establishment and population growth. Tasks will include maintaining experimental transplants and plots, experimental studies of plants (and animals that interact with them), and working with other project collaborators. Opportunities for independent research projects exist for highly motivated individuals. Positions will begin as early as April 2009, and will last for a minimum of three months; however, possibilities for extension exist and applicants are encouraged to indicate dates of availability in their application letter. Pay rate will be $10.00/hr. Technicians will live near New Ellenton, SC, where the field site is located. Successful candidates will hold or be working towards a bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, or a related discipline and must be able to endure hot and humid conditions and long hours in the field. Previous field research experience is desirable. Because the Savannah River Site is a highly secure area run by the U.S. Department of Energy, non-United States citizens may have difficulty gaining clearance to work there. Additional information about the project is available on the web at: http://www.conservationcorridor.org/Corridor%20Experiment.html http://www4.ncsu.edu/%7Ehaddad/Corridors/Corridors.html To apply, please email a CV or resume and letter describing past experience, why this position is interesting or important to you, dates of availability, and contact information with email addresses for two references to Lars Brudvig: [email protected]. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
