Summer Research Assistant Position in Aquatic Ecology We seek a student that will be involved in an aquatic ecology project in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University. We are examining how the invasive spiny water flea, Bythotrephes, is affecting Lake Michigan food webs. In particular, we are examining how Bythotrephes affects the behavior and growth of their zooplankton prey, and how this indirectly affects fish. The position will be based at the Great Lakes Environmental Research Labs Lake Michigan Field Station (in Muskegon Michigan). Field sample collection, laboratory experiments, and laboratory analysis will compose the bulk of the responsibilities. Experience spending time on boats is highly desirable. The assistants will work closely with Scott Peacor (Professor in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at MSU), Paul Bourdeau (a post-doctoral research scientist), and other undergraduate assistants. There is potential for the position to extend into September and October.
Please contact Paul Bourdeau ([email protected]) for inquiries (include a CV with inquiries). To apply, please send a CV (that includes your GPA and references) and a cover letter that includes student status (e.g. sophomore, graduate). If there is a possibility that you could work in the fall (full time), please mention this (thought this is not necessary for application). Title: Research Assistant Hours: Full-time Position dates: June through August 2011 (with possible extension to Fall) Location: NOAA Lake Michigan Field Station, Muskegon, MI Deadline: Position to be filled by March 1 or until suitable candidate is found
