[ECOLOG-L] Smithsonian Institution Resident Plant Ecologist Position

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The Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute is looking for a broadly 
trained plant ecologist to be based at the facility in Front Royal 
Virginia for 4-6 months starting in May.  The ecologist would be 
responsible for mentoring interns whose projects involve forest or old 
field plants, assist citizen scientists with identification of plant 
species found in region, and conduct surveys of established plots in 
forest and fields at the research center. The plant ecologist would also 
examine past data for patterns in management impacts on field plant 
diversity as part of collaborative team of ecologists and statisticians.  
Required demonstrated experience with field sampling of native and 
invasive plants near the Blue Ridge region of Virginia, training of 
students or volunteers, and scientific writing and data analysis. This is 
a perfect opportunity for a recently finished or near-completed master’s 
student. Stipend or contract (depending on status) of $2500 - 3000 per 
month depending on experience.   Send CV and cover letter of interest to 
scbiecol...@si.edu before February 27.