A paid internship in plant ecophysiology/physiological ecology is available at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama. The position is primarily focused on measuring components of evapotranspiration in regrowing secondary forests, pasture lands, and shade-coffee plantations, but may also include other work related to the project. The intern will join a team of international scientists and learn how to use and maintain several systems of plant- and ecophysiological data collection, including sap flow, gas exchange, eddy flux, and scintillometry.
Applicants should have or pursue a degree in biology or related field, with strong interest in plant ecophysiology. The ability to drive a manual car and physical fitness are requirements for this position, as field sites are distant and field work is strenuous. The position is 40 hrs/week, starts August 1st, 2016, ends February 28th, 2017, and requires the intern to move to Panama. Preference will be given to individuals who are conversational in Spanish and/or have experience driving an ATV in muddy conditions. For questions or to apply, please send a CV and a brief cover letter to Mario Bretfeld (brefe...@si.edu). Review of applications starts immediately and continues until position is filled. -- Mario Bretfeld, Ph.D. Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute República de Panamá email: bretfe...@si.edu
