Summer 2011 Research Opportunity in Invasive Species Ecology FIELD TECHNICIAN POSITION AVAILABLE
Center for Aquatic Conservation University of Notre Dame Job description: The lab of Dr. David Lodge is seeking a field technician to work with graduate students whose research focus is invasive species ecology. The projects include investigating the long- and short-term impacts of invasive crayfish on aquatic communities, examining crayfish adaptation to conditions in the invasive range, and determining how crayfish behavior is influenced by a trematode parasite. The technician will assist with field surveys of macroinvertebrates and aquatic plants, maintain lab and field- based experiments, and prepare samples in the lab. The surveys will require extensive snorkeling and SCUBA diving. We sometimes work in adverse weather conditions. The duration of the position is a minimum of 6 weeks, between late June and mid August (exact dates may be flexible and the position may be extended up to 10 weeks, so please indicate your full window of availability when applying). The position is based at the University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center, Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin. Applicant requirements: Undergraduates and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. All applicants should be organized and conscientious with their work, able to operate both independently and as a part of a team, and enjoy working outdoors. Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and be SCUBA certified by the time the position begins. Must also be willing to get boater safety and CPR/first aid certified. A strong interest in ecology is preferred; experience operating watercraft is beneficial. A background check will be required upon hiring. The technician will work 40 hours/week and must be willing to have some flexibility in scheduling, including some weekends. General information: The field assistant will receive a stipend ($400/wk) and housing at the University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center (www.nd.edu/~underc/east). To apply, please submit the following to Ashley Baldridge ([email protected]): (1) a cover letter explaining your interest in this work, any relevant work experiences, and available work dates; (2) a copy of your transcript (unofficial copies are acceptable); (3) your resume; and, (4) a list of at least 3 references including name, title, address, email, and telephone number. Inquiries and applications submitted through email are encouraged. General inquiries can be directed Ashley Baldridge, 180 Galvin Life Science Center, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN, 46556. Phone: (574) 631-4153. Closing date: March 30, 2011.
