We are hiring 4-5 undergraduate students or recent graduates and one experienced crew leader to assist with a long-term forest management project at NWSA Crane in southern Indiana.
This is a great paid opportunity, with free housing provided, for young scientists to gain research experience in a large scale applied ecology project—please forward to motivated undergraduates in your lab or program. Duties will include: installing research plots; vegetation monitoring and identification; invasive species monitoring; sample processing; implementing midstory removal treatments; and entering data. Additionally, technicians may assist with fire research activities on the Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment (HEE); help with Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center (HTIRC) projects near Purdue; and assist with possible work at Hoosier National Forest. Information about the Saunders lab and project can be found here<http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2014/Q4/purdue-researcher-leading-burn-projects-to-regenerate-oak-forests.html>. Qualifications: * Major in biology, forestry, wildlife, or other natural resource based field * Must possess a valid driver’s license * Must be a U.S. Citizen * Ability to work in extreme conditions of southern Indiana, including traversing rough terrain while carrying field equipment in high temperatures and inclement weather * Preference will be given to applicants with problem solving skills, ability to work without direct supervision, and evidence of high quality work * Preference will be given to applicants with strong plant identification experience, knowledge of forestry principles, and familiarity with ecological research methods Approximate Hours per Week: 40 (four 10-hour days) Duration: May through August 2016, potential extension to Fall 2016 Compensation: $10-13/hr, housing is provided Number of Positions: 4-5 technicians, 1 experienced crew leader To apply: Send résumé, cover letter, and contact information for at least two references by April 1, 2016 to: Skye Greenler ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>) and Kalli Dunn ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>)
