I am a master's student at the University of Central Florida and am looking for a field technician to help me during my third, and final field season. Specifically, I need help during a week long plant survey on Nantucket, MA.
What: A survey of plant diversity in a Nantucket heathland. The project is focusing on the prescribed fire regime that best maintains the diversity of the heathland. Additionally, I am trying to identify whether increased soil nitrogen status is a problem in the sandplain heathlands of Massachusetts. When: I will be on Nantucket the week of July 22nd and definitely need help during this week. If you are available, I will also be in Cape Cod for the two weeks following this (July 29th through August 16th) and would like help surveying a similar heathland on Cape Cod. Who: Strong preference will be given to those that are familiar with heathland plants of Massachusetts. Additionally, preference will be given to those that are interested in staying for the whole time period (July 22nd- August 15th). Just to reiterate, the week of July 22nd is required and the subsequent two weeks are strongly preferred. Where: Nantucket Island and Cape Cod National Seashore, MA. Why: So what's in it for you? I will cover transportation costs from mainland Cape Cod to the island. Additionally, housing for the entire time is covered. I can also offer you $88 per week, in order to cover food. For example, if you do only the first week you would receive $88, while if you stay for the entire time period, you would receive $264. As always with these positions, you would gain experience and a letter of recommendation. If interested, email me at kmmar...@knights.ucf.edu. Include a brief paragraph as to why you are interested in the position as well as a resume outlining relevant experience (this may be work experience or course work) I hope to hear from you soon! Kirsten Martin Von Holle Lab Department of Biology, BL 405 University of Central Florida Orlando, FL 32816
