A research internship is available at the MacArthur Agro-ecology Research Center (MAERC), a division of Archbold Biological Station, in south central Florida. Current research projects at the Center focus on wetland ecology and restoration, nutrient cycling and ecological interactions and environmental impacts in subtropical grazing lands, and the environmental impacts of cattle ranching. Research interns spend 20 hours per week assisting the MAERC Research Biologist with his ongoing research projects and 20 hours conducting their own independent research project. Intern research topics are varied but must relate to current research projects at MAERC. Topics of past research intern projects can be viewed at http://www.archbold-station.org/abs/staff/pbohlen/pbohlen.htm. MAERC is located at a working 10,200-acre cattle ranch comprised of varied pastures and prairies, woodland hammocks, and abundant wetlands. The Center supports collaborative projects with state agencies, universities, environmental organizations and cattle ranchers. Interns interact with staff at Archbold Biological Station, a vibrant and dynamic center for ecological research and education. The internship is ideal for recent graduates considering graduate school, or current graduate students interested in pursuing a thesis project at MAERC. The length of appointment is flexible but is generally 6 months. Current positions are available starting in May/June 2008. Interested applicants can apply by sending (1) a letter of application, including research interests and period of availability, (2) a resume or curriculum vitae, and (3) contact information for 2-3 references, to Dr. Patrick Bohlen at pboh...@archbold- station.org. Visit www.maerc.org or www.patrickbohlen.com for more information about our program or contact Dr. Bohlen at (863) 699-0242 x22.
