Position: Research Assistant I - PIE LTER
Position Summary: The Ecosystems Center at the Marine Biological
Laboratory is seeking applicants for an entry-level Research
Assistant I position with the Plum Island Ecosystems Long-Term
Ecological Research (PIE-LTER) project.
Additional Information: We seek individuals with strong experiences
in independent research (e.g., senior thesis or REU project) and
coursework with laboratory and field components. The LTER project is
directed at understanding how trophic structure and productivity in
estuaries is affected by changes in organic matter, nutrient and
water fluxes caused by changing land cover, climate and sea level.
Research is conducted in the watersheds of the Parker and Ipswich
Rivers as well as in the marshes, tidal creeks and bays of Plum
Island Sound. The successful applicant will gain broad experiences
through strenuous field and laboratory work in all environments.
Applicants should have a demonstrated aptitude for chemistry,
biology, ecology and physics including advanced coursework.
Funding for this position is available for up to 2 years with a
start date on August 2, 2010.
Basic Qualifications: This is an entry level position, requiring a
B.A. or B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Ecology.
Required Applicant Documents: Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicants: Your cover letter should include
a description of how this position addresses your long-term goals.
Unofficial transcripts are required documents, but may either be
uploaded with your application materials or faxed to the MBL Human
Resources Office, 508-289-7931. If faxing, please reference this posting.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Thank you
Ann Woolford
Human Resources Office
Marine Biological Laboratory
7 MBL Street
Woods Hole, MA 02543
[email protected]
