University of Toledo: The Landscape Ecology and Ecosystem Sciences (LEES) Laboratory has a summer job opening starting in May of 2008. We are seeking a qualified candidate to work collecting field data this summer in the Missouri Ozarks. This position involves strenuous hiking and long hours outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather. Duties may include: weather station maintenance, soil respiration and/or photosynthesis monitoring, collecting soil or root samples, data entry, and processing samples. Training will be provided. Position dates are flexible and positions will begin in mid- May or June and end between late August and December. Salary is between $8.50-9.50 an hour, depending on experience and housing for the summer is provided. Reviewing of applications will begin March 20, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.
Candidates should be working toward a BS or BA in ecology, natural resources, forestry, or related field and have an interest in soil ecology and/or climate change studies. An ability to work efficiently with little supervision, good communication skills, and experience with Microsoft Excel are required. To apply please send a cover letter and resume to: Jianye Xu, Department of Environmental Sciences, Mailstop 604, The University of Toledo, 2801 W Bancroft Ave, Toledo, OH 43606-3390 or [EMAIL PROTECTED]
