Ecology Research Positions: Colorado Amphibian Conservation Dr. Pieter Johnson, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology University of Colorado, Boulder
We are currently seeking highly motivated undergraduates or recent graduates to apply for positions studying Amphibian Conservation in Colorado. These positions will focus on the study of major threats to native amphibians, including invasive species, land use change, and infectious diseases. Hiring is in progress for field- and lab-based positions. Positions are full-time and begin in mid-May and end in late- August. Colorado Field Team (2 positions) Field assistants will conduct intensive sampling of amphibian populations throughout Colorado and will visit >50 wetlands through the duration of the summer. Ongoing projects include: (a) monitoring of native leopard frog populations, (b) elimination of non-native amphibians (bullfrogs), and (c) broad-scale surveys of amphibian biodiversity. Successful applicants should have a background in ecology, biology, or similar field, experience conducting field research, preferably with amphibians, and outdoor experience. Applicants must be well organized, highly responsible, conscientious, physically fit, and able to work closely with others under adverse conditions. Applicants with the ability to recognize and identify amphibians are preferred. Colorado Experimental Team (2 positions) Research assistants will work to plan, implement, and complete experimental projects focused on amphibian disease ecology at the University of Colorado Boulder campus. Ongoing projects include (a) identifying the diversity of pathogens in amphibian communities, (b) understanding the effects of parasites on amphibian malformations, (c) testing the effects of biodiversity on pathogen transmission. Researchers will gain experience with a range of species (amphibians, snails, and parasites) and techniques (necropsies, parasite identification, microscopy, and experimental design). Successful applicants should have a background in ecology, biology, or similar field, and experience conducting laboratory research, preferably involving amphibians or pathogens. Applicants must be well organized, highly responsible, conscientious, and able to work closely with others. Applicants with previous laboratory or amphibian experience are preferred. To Apply: send a cover letter stating which position(s) you are applying for, a current resume, an unofficial transcript, and contact information for two references to Miranda Redmond (miranda.redm...@colorado.edu), preferably as a single pdf. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Start/End dates may be flexible. Please contact Miranda Redmond with questions. Candidates are expected to work 40 hours/week. For more information, see www.colorado.edu/eeb/facultysites/pieter.
