[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates REU - Opportunity

[Laureano Gherardi]

http://sala.lab.asu.edu/resources/opportunities/

The Sala Lab at Arizona State University (http://sala.lab.asu.edu) is
looking for motivated undergraduate students to participate in research
activities in grassland ecosystem ecology during the summer of 2018.
Successful applicants will work with graduate students, technicians and
postdocs to assist with ongoing rainfall manipulation experiments at the
Jornada LTER (https://jornada.nmsu.edu/lter), vegetation and soil 
sampling, and other field surveys at several field sites across the US. 
Additionally, participants have the opportunity to work with Sala Lab 
members and the PI to develop a personalized project.

The successful applicant should be a current undergraduate student who 
is not a graduating senior. Application deadline is May 1st, 2018. 
Please send application materials to Dr. Laureano Gherardi 
(l...@asu.edu). More information about this opportunity and application 
material details are in the solicitation attached to this e-mail or can 
be viewed in the Opportunities link above.

Cheers,
Lau

Laureano A. Gherardi PhD
Senior Manager
Global Drylands Center
Sala Lab LSA 217A
Arizona State University
PO Box 874501
Tempe, AZ, 85287-4501
1+(480) 727-3726
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[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates Opportunity in Landscape Planning and Management

[Laura Steger]

Are you an undergraduate student interested in conservation, landscapes, 
and urban sustainability? Professor Kelli Larson at Arizona State 
University is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated undergraduate 
student to participate in research during the summer of 2018. The 
participant will work with faculty as well as graduate and undergraduate 
students to explore how people manage their yards and what types of 
landscapes cities are pursuing for water conservation, biodiversity, and 
other purposes. The student will work with team members to conduct 
research on current landscape design trends across cities of the U.S. 

The position is located in Metro Phoenix, Arizona, and situated in the 
northern Sonoran Desert, which is home to the iconic saguaro cactus and 
charismatic desert animals. ASU is located in Tempe, a lively and vibrant 
college town with accessible public transportation and amenities.

This REU is a 10-week position that runs from mid-May to mid-August, 2018. 
The successful applicant will be awarded a $5,000 stipend, and up to 
$3,000 for room and board. Additionally, funding is available for the REU 
student to prepare and present a poster at the January 2019 CAP LTER All 
Scientists Meeting in Tempe, AZ.


About the Project
As part of a NSF-funded Macrosystems grant, Larson’s research group is 
exploring residential landscapes and how they are designed and managed 
across diverse cities including Phoenix, AZ, Los Angeles, CA, and Miami, 
FL. Documenting landscaping trends in residential areas is critical for 
enhancing the environmental and social value of these common urban 
ecosystems. 

Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must: 
• Be pursuing a degree in geography, planning, sustainability, landscape 
design/architecture, or a related field.
• Have an interest in environmental research.
• Be able to work in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, and 
PowerPoint. 
• Have solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications
• Interest in developing this research into an Honors thesis and/or for 
publication. 
• Experience in conducting social science research.  

Eligibility
Undergraduate students enrolled in a degree program (part-time or full-
time) leading to a Bachelor’s degree. The funding also requires the 
student to be must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident 
of the U.S.

How to apply
Please send cover letter, resume or CV, and unofficial transcripts to 
kelli.lar...@asu.edu by April 23, 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates Opportunity in Urban Ecology

[Laura Steger]

Are you an undergraduate student who is interested in ecology, plant 
biology, and sustainability? The Hall Lab at Arizona State University is 
looking for an enthusiastic and motivated undergraduate student to 
participate in research activities in urban ecology during the summer of 
2018. The participant will work with faculty, graduate students, and 
technicians to explore how and why people manage their yards, and the 
consequences of those choices for biodiversity and outdoor water use. The 
student will work with team members to conduct field work in residential 
yards and Sonoran Desert parks across the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. 

Metro Phoenix, Arizona, is situated in the northern Sonoran Desert, which 
is home to the iconic saguaro cactus and charismatic desert animal 
species.  ASU is located in Tempe, a lively and vibrant college town with 
accessible public transportation and amenities.

This REU opportunity is a 10-week program that runs from mid-May to mid-
August, 2018. The successful applicant will be awarded a $5,000 stipend, 
and up to $3,000 for room and board. Additionally, funding is available 
for the REU student to prepare and present a poster at the January 2019 
CAP LTER All Scientists Meeting in Tempe, AZ.


About the Project
The Hall Lab at Arizona State University explores ecological patterns and 
processes in human-dominated ecosystems to find solutions that will 
benefit people and nature. As part of a NSF-funded Macrosystems grant, the 
Hall Lab seeks to explore patterns of biodiversity and ecosystem services 
in urban areas. Documenting the social drivers and benefits of native and 
other plant species will help to inform city managers about sustainable 
urban practices.  

Project Timeline
During the first three weeks of the REU program, the student will work on 
directed readings of the literature, and will “apprentice” with members of 
our teams. By the end of three weeks, we expect the student to complete a 
draft proposal of her/his research project. The following several weeks 
will be dedicated to collecting and analyzing data under our guidance.  
During the final two weeks, the student will write a report of her/his 
work and prepare an oral presentation of project findings for our research 
group.  

Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must: 
• Have an interest in ecological research.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be a quick learner and be able to work on projects with minimal direct 
supervision.
• Be able to work outside during the summer in Phoenix and be able to 
perform job duties in a variety of climatic conditions, including high 
temperatures. Summer temperatures in Phoenix can reach over 110 degrees F.
• Have a positive attitude.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be able to walk and stand for extensive periods of time, often stooping, 
bending, pulling, pushing, and lifting.
• Be able to lift or carry equipment, and supplies, not to exceed 40 lbs.

Desired Qualifications
• Students who are majoring in an environmental discipline (natural 
resources, conservation biology, plant or soil science).
• Flexibility in working on different tasks as needs change over the 
course of the project.

Eligibility
Undergraduate student participants supported with NSF funds in either REU 
Supplements or REU Sites must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or 
permanent residents of the United States. An undergraduate student is a 
student who is enrolled in a degree program (part-time or full-time) 
leading to a baccalaureate or associate degree.

How to apply
Please send cover letter, resume or CV, and unofficial transcripts to 
Laura Steger (e-mail: lste...@asu.edu) by April 13, 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates in Stream Eco logy – Michigan Tech, Summer 2018

[Amy Marcarelli]

*Research Experience for Undergraduates in Stream Ecology – Michigan Tech,
Summer 2018*

The Marcarelli Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology Lab is searching for a motivated
student in Ecology, Biology, or Environmental Science for a NSF Research
Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position. The student will work closely
with Dr. Marcarelli and her graduate students to study the balance between
nitrogen fixation and denitrification in streams and rivers.  The REU
student will design a research project, conduct field work, analyze samples
and data, and synthesize findings related to the core questions of this
project:

1. How do nitrogen cycle processes co-exist in small streams, large rivers,
and adjacent wetlands?

2. How does nutrient enrichment shift the balance among nitrogen cycle
processes?

3. How does community composition of algae and microbes relate to rates of
nitrogen cycle processes?

 There will be opportunities to conduct field work in the Upper Peninsula
of Michigan, participate in undergraduate research workshops, and present
research results to the Michigan Tech community and possibly at a national
conference.

The candidate must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
and enrolled as an undergraduate student in Fall 2018.  The REU is expected
to last 10 weeks (start/end date negotiable but should occur between June 1
and August 31 2018) with a total stipend of $5,000 and an additional $1,000
to offset the cost of summer lodging, which is available on campus at
Michigan Tech.

To apply, please submit a cover letter (include a statement of interest,
future plans, confirmation of eligibility, and preferred start/end dates),
an up-to-date CV or resume, a recent transcript (unofficial is fine), and
names and contact information for two references to Dr. Amy Marcarelli (
ammar...@mtu.edu). Application review will begin immediately and continue
until position is filled.

*Visit our lab webpage for a more in-depth view of our research and to meet
the members of our team. **http://marcarelli-lab.bio.mtu.edu/home*



-- 
Amy Marcarelli
Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Dr., Dow 740
Houghton, MI 49931
Phone: 906-487-2867
ammar...@mtu.edu
http://www.bio.mtu.edu/faculty/Marcarelli.htm

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in the Rocky Mountains Summer 2018

[Brad Taylor]

Undergraduate research opportunity to work as part of a team exploring the 
consequences of climate-induced species range shifts on ecosystem functioning 
(e.g., 
nutrient cycling) in subalpine ponds in the Colorado Rockies. The position 
provides a 
weekly stipend, housing, meals, travel to the site, and participation in a REU 
Training and 
Responsible Conduct of Research Program beginning as early as mid May and 
ending in 
mid August. 

This research is motivated by the fact that species distributions around the 
world are 
shifting in response to a changing climate but we known little about how these 
shifts in 
elevation, latitude, or among local habitats will affect ecosystem processes 
such as 
nutrient cycling. More than 25 years of continuous study of the distribution 
and 
abundance of aquatic animals in high-elevation ponds in the Rocky Mountains of 
Colorado has revealed that species common at low elevations are moving towards 
higher 
elevations, and within elevations, animals are moving into different habitat 
types (i.e., 
temporary to semi-permanent pond) as drying regimes become more extreme. The 
main 
research project focuses on a guild of case-making caddisflies (see left photo) 
that vary 
considerably in their contribution to ecosystem processes and their response to 
climate-
induced changes in pond hydrology. 

We are seeking an undergraduate student interested in exploring the 
contribution of 
additional animal species to nutrient cycling.  Specifically, the REU will take 
a lead role in 
measuring nitrogen and phosphorus excretion rates of animals and nitrogen and 
phosphorus uptake by water column and benthic plants and microbes in subalpine 
ponds 
that differ in hydroperiod and animal community composition to explore the 
following 
questions: 1) How does nutrient supply via excretion by species in the 
biomass-dominant 
caddisfly guild compare to excretion by other pond species, such as midge 
larvae, 
zooplankton, and salamanders?  2) What proportion of nutrient demand by algae 
and 
other microbes is supplied by the focal guild of detritivorous caddisflies 
versus other 
pond animals?  

The REU will work with a diverse group of undergraduates, graduate students, 
post-docs, 
and PIs from North Carolina State University (www.bradwtaylor.com), other 
universities, 
and will be immersed in a vibrant research and education community at the Rocky 
Mountain Biological Laboratory (see www.rmbl.edu).  The position requires 
spending 8-10 
weeks (mid-May to mid August) at this rustic and remote but premier 
high-elevation 
(3000 m) field station near Crested Butte, Colorado. The ideal applicant should 
demonstrate interest and experience in field ecology as well as experience or 
willingness 
to master meticulous analytical chemical analyses. Applicants should also be 
comfortable 
working in remote field settings that can have rapidly changing weather 
conditions, and 
that includes hiking 1-2 h to 3400 m elevation study sites.  Preference will 
also be given 
to applicants who present a plan to work on writing and analyses as part of an 
independent study or senior thesis for eventual publication beyond the summer. 
The REU 
will have some flexibility to develop additional questions and hypotheses for 
which they 
will receive mentoring assistance with methods, data and chemical analyses, and 
writing. 

Send a resume, 1-page statement of current and future scientific interests and 
experiences, and names and contact information for 3 references included in one 
PDF file 
to Brad Taylor: brad.tay...@ncsu.edu by 10 March 2018.  A commitment by 25 
March 
2018 is required. 

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 
All qualified 
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, 
color, 
national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, 
genetic information, 
status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates at University of Georgia

[Andrea Silletti (Univ. of Georgia)]

Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2018 Research
Experience for Undergraduates in Population Biology of Infectious Diseases,
hosted by the University of Georgia. We are excited about the program, which
strives to integrate experimental biological science with computational
methods and techniques to investigate a variety of areas in infectious
disease research. Our goal is to recruit both students with a background in
biology, with the intent of introducing them to computational techniques,
and also students with a background in mathematics and/or computer science,
in order to give them experience in data collection in a laboratory setting.

2018 Program details
Location: University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Dates: May 21-July 20, 2017 (9 weeks)

Students will receive a $4950 stipend for the summer, free housing at the
University of Georgia, and travel assistance to Athens, GA.

Who is eligible?
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its
territories and have not yet obtained an undergraduate degree.

To Apply:
- Complete the online application at http://reu.ecology.uga.edu/
- Send transcripts (unofficial is ok) to  infectious.disease@gmail.com
- Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to 
infectious.disease@gmail.com

To be considered, all application materials should be received by February
19, 2018. Accepted students will be notified in early March.

For more information, please see our website at http://reu.ecology.uga.edu/
  or contact Dr. John Drake, program director, at jdr...@uga.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) –PIE LTER

[David Inouye]

Position Title:  Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) –PIE LTER

Date: December 18, 2017

Position Summary:

The Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking applicants for two 10-week 
positions in the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program 
sponsored by the National Science Foundation. The successful applicant 
will work as part of a large-scale, multi-disciplinary project examining 
the effects of sea-level, climate change, and changes in human land use 
of the marshes, estuaries and watersheds surrounding Plum Island Sound, 
MA (http://pie-lter.ecosystems.mbl.edu).


REU positions are available to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents only 
who are currently enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or 
universities (no graduating seniors).


Additional Information:

REU projects will be drawn from the following areas: microbial processes 
and communities, sediment dynamics, plant ecology, population and 
community ecology of invertebrates, fish population size and diet, marsh 
carbon and nitrogen cycles, and watershed inputs and processing. 
Students will work closely with mentors to develop and conduct 
independent projects within these research areas. However, both students 
will be immersed in an active research environment and will interact 
with a diversity of knowledgeable wetland scientists conducting research 
on plant ecology, invertebrate ecology, and biogeochemical cycling. 
Students are expected to present their findings at MBL’s Young Scientist 
Symposium in August in Woods Hole. Housing will be provided at the field 
station in Byfield, MA.


Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, chemistry 
and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to detail and a 
desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are essential.


Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience with boats is useful but not required.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work long hours in the field and carry heavy objects over 
uneven marsh is required.


APPLY ONLINE:  https://mbl.simplehire.com

The Marine Biological Laboratory is an

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans Employer.

Molly Kelleher

Human Resources Assistant

Marine Biological Laboratory

7 MBL Street

Woods Hole, MA  02543

508-289-7422

human...@mbl.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates in Stream Eco logy – Michigan Tech, Summer 2017

[Amy Marcarelli]

*Research Experience for Undergraduates in Stream Ecology – Michigan Tech,
Summer 2017*


The Marcarelli Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology Lab is searching for a motivated
student in Ecology, Biology, or Environmental Science for a NSF Research
Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position. The student will work closely
with Dr. Marcarelli and her graduate students to study the balance between
nitrogen fixation and denitrification in streams and rivers.  The REU
student will design a research project, conduct field work, analyze samples
and data, and synthesize findings related to the core questions of this
project:


1. How do nitrogen cycle processes co-exist in small streams, large rivers,
and adjacent wetlands?

2. How does nutrient enrichment shift the balance among nitrogen cycle
processes?

3. How does community composition of algae and microbes relate to rates of
nitrogen cycle processes?


 There will be opportunities to conduct field work in the Upper Peninsula
of Michigan, participate in undergraduate research workshops, and present
research results to the Michigan Tech community and possibly at a national
conference.


The candidate must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
and enrolled as an undergraduate student in Fall 2017.  The REU is expected
to last 10 weeks (start/end date negotiable but should occur between June 1
and August 31 2017) with a total stipend of $5,000 and an additional $1,000
to offset the cost of summer lodging, which is available on campus at
Michigan Tech.


To apply, please submit a cover letter (include a statement of interest,
future plans, confirmation of eligibility, and preferred start/end dates),
an up-to-date CV or resume, a recent transcript (unofficial is fine), and
names and contact information for two references to Dr. Amy Marcarelli (
ammar...@mtu.edu).

Application review will begin immediately and continue until position is
filled.


*Visit our lab webpage for a more in-depth view of our research and to meet
the members of our team. **http://marcarelli-lab.bio.mtu.edu/home*


-- 
Amy Marcarelli
Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Dr., Dow 740
Houghton, MI 49931
Phone: 906-487-2867
ammar...@mtu.edu
http://www.bio.mtu.edu/faculty/Marcarelli.htm

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Position In Stream Ecology and Biogeochemistry

[Parr, Thomas]

Carbon dynamics of overlapping consumer hotspots in stream ecosystems. 
A research experience for undergraduates is available at the University of 
Oklahoma for the summer of 2017 with Drs. Caryn Vaughn and Thomas Parr to 
study stream consumer contributions to carbon biogeochemistry. This REU is 
part of our NSF funded project “Shifting hotspots - How do consumer 
aggregations interact to influence resource heterogeneity and fluxes in 
streams?”  

The successful candidate will join a team of researchers looking at the 
effects of overlapping fish and mussel consumer aggregations on nutrient 
recycling rates, flux, and stoichiometry, and their implications for 
ecosystem functions like primary production. The student will work as part 
of this team in a greenhouse facility on the OU campus in Norman, OK and 
in the field in Southeastern Oklahoma. The student will also develop an 
independent project leveraging existing field sites and resources to 
complement this ongoing research. 

The ideal candidate should be broadly interested in pursuing a career in 
Ecology or a related field, eager to learn new skills, hard-working, and 
detail oriented. The student will start on June 1st, 2017 at OU in Norman, 
OK (earlier start dates are negotiable). We will provide a stipend of 
$500/wk for 12 weeks ($6,000/summer) and funding to attend and present the 
work at one conference.  

Eligibility:
Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. 
Students who have received their bachelor’s degree or who are not 
currently enrolled as students at an institution are not eligible. 

Students interested in this position should apply by March 31st 2017, but 
we will accept applications until a suitable candidate is identified. To 
apply, please send the following:
1. Resume or CV
2. A 1-2 page statement describing your interest in the position, career 
goals, and previous research experience. 
3. Contact information for 2-3 references.
4. Unofficial copy of transcripts (including courses in progress).

Please send applications to:
Thomas Parr (thomas.p...@ou.edu)
Contact: Dr. Thomas Parr or Dr. Caryn Vaughn (cvau...@ou.edu) with any 
questions. 
http://carynvaughn.com/research/

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates at University of Georgia

[Andrea Silletti (Univ. of Georgia)]

Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2017 Research
Experience for Undergraduates in Population Ecology of Infectious Diseases,
hosted by the University of Georgia. We are excited about the program, which
strives to integrate experimental biological science with computational
methods and techniques to investigate a variety of areas in infectious
disease research. Our goal is to recruit both students with a background in
biology, with the intent of introducing them to computational techniques,
and also students with a background in mathematics and/or computer science,
in order to give them experience in data collection in a laboratory setting.

2017 Program details
Location: University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Dates: May 22-July 21, 2017 (9 weeks)

Students will receive a $4725 stipend for the summer, free housing at the
University of Georgia, and travel assistance to Athens, GA.

Who is eligible?
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its
territories and have not yet obtained an undergraduate degree.

To Apply:
- Complete the online application at http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/
- Send transcripts (unofficial is ok) to infectious.disease@gmail.com
- Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to
infectious.disease@gmail.com

To be considered, all application materials should be received by February
20, 2017. Accepted students will be notified in early March.

For more information, please see our website at
(http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/) or contact Dr. John Drake, program
director, at jdr...@uga.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates at University of Georgia

[Andrea Silletti (Univ. of Georgia)]

Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2016 NSF Research
Experience for Undergraduates in Population Ecology of Infectious Diseases,
hosted by the University of Georgia. We are excited about the program, which
strives to integrate experimental biological science with computational
methods and techniques to investigate a variety of areas in infectious
disease research. Our goal is to recruit both students with a background in
biology, with the intent of introducing them to computational techniques,
and also students with a background in mathematics and/or computer science,
in order to give them experience in data collection in a laboratory setting.

2016 Program details
Location: University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Dates: May 23-July 22, 2016 (9 weeks)

Students will receive a $4725 stipend for the summer, free housing at the
University of Georgia, and up to $300 travel assistance to Athens, GA.

Who is eligible?
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its
territories and have not yet obtained an undergraduate degree.

To Apply:
- Complete the online application at http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/
- Send transcripts (unofficial is ok) to infectious.disease@gmail.com
- Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to
infectious.disease@gmail.com

To be considered, all application materials should be received by February
15, 2016. Accepted students will be notified in early March.

For more information, please see our website at
(http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/) or contact Dr. John Drake, program
director, at jdr...@uga.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Ethiopia

[Travis Reynolds]

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: REU SITE IN ETHIOPIA
Application deadline: February 15, 2016.
Website: http://www.colby.edu/reu-in-ethiopia/

We are now accepting applications for a NSF Research Experiences for
Undergraduates (REU) program based at Colby College and South Gondar,
Ethiopia. This REU will provide eight American undergraduate students from
diverse academic backgrounds an opportunity to conduct path-breaking
interdisciplinary research on the ecological, economic and cultural roles of
church forests. Church forests are patches of Afromontane forest surrounding
Ethiopian Orthodox churches. Preserved for centuries by church leaders and
communities as religious sanctuaries, church forests are, in many parts of
Ethiopia, the only indigenous forests left.

Under the eight-week summer REU program students will receive training at
Colby College (Maine, USA) in ecological field methods (restoration ecology,
stream ecology), social survey research, spatial analysis using Geographic
Information Systems (GIS), and written and oral communication. They will
then travel to South Gondar, Ethiopia to conduct hands-on fieldwork with
mentors from Colby College, the California Academy of Sciences, and
Ethiopian academic and government institutions.

Completed applications including 2 letters of recommendation are due by
February 15th. The 2016 Summer REU Site program will run from July 6th –
August 24th (approximate). All travel costs will be covered by NSF and the
summer program includes a generous stipend. All participants must be U.S.
citizens or permanent residents enrolled at a U.S. college or university at
the time of the program (seniors graduating in Spring 2016 are not eligible).

Details about the project and application instructions can be found at:
http://www.colby.edu/reu-in-ethiopia/

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Ethiopia

[Malcolm McCallum]

If you are an undergraduate student I figured I would alert you that REU's
are outstanding opportunities for learning and figuring out what direction
you want to go with your career/future.

I participated in an REU at Illinois State as an undergraduate and it 100%
convinced me what I wanted to do.  A friend of mine also did undergraduate
research of this sort, and after 6 weeks decided he never wanted to do
research again, today he is a pharmacist and perfectly happy.  That really
is the point of an REU, pay an undergrad to experience what a career in
research is about.

I loved it, my friend hated it.  But neither of us would have had a clue
had we not done it.

Just a thought for the undergrads who might have read the advertisement
from Travis and wondered about it.

On Sun, Nov 22, 2015 at 9:47 PM, Travis Reynolds  wrote:

> In December we will begin accepting applications for the Summer 2016 NSF
> Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program based at Colby
> College
> and in South Gondar, Ethiopia. This REU provides eight American
> undergraduate students from diverse academic backgrounds an opportunity to
> conduct path-breaking interdisciplinary research on the ecological,
> economic
> and cultural roles of church forests. Church forests are patches of
> Afromontane forest surrounding Ethiopian Orthodox churches. Preserved for
> centuries by church leaders and communities as religious sanctuaries,
> church
> forests are, in many parts of Ethiopia, the only indigenous forests left.
> Under the eight-week summer REU program students will receive training at
> Colby College in ecological field methods, spatial analysis using
> Geographic
> Information Systems (GIS), social survey research, and written and oral
> communication. They will then travel to South Gondar, Ethiopia to conduct
> hands-on fieldwork with mentors from Colby College, the California Academy
> of Sciences, and local academic and government institutions. Applications
> will be accepted beginning December 1, 2015. The application deadline is
> February 15, 2016 via the REU-in-Ethiopia webite:
> http://www.colby.edu/reu-in-ethiopia.
>



-- 
Malcolm L. McCallum, PHD, REP
Link to online CV and portfolio :
https://www.visualcv.com/malcolm-mc-callum?access=18A9RYkDGxO

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[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Ethiopia

[Travis Reynolds]

In December we will begin accepting applications for the Summer 2016 NSF
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program based at Colby College
and in South Gondar, Ethiopia. This REU provides eight American
undergraduate students from diverse academic backgrounds an opportunity to
conduct path-breaking interdisciplinary research on the ecological, economic
and cultural roles of church forests. Church forests are patches of
Afromontane forest surrounding Ethiopian Orthodox churches. Preserved for
centuries by church leaders and communities as religious sanctuaries, church
forests are, in many parts of Ethiopia, the only indigenous forests left.
Under the eight-week summer REU program students will receive training at
Colby College in ecological field methods, spatial analysis using Geographic
Information Systems (GIS), social survey research, and written and oral
communication. They will then travel to South Gondar, Ethiopia to conduct
hands-on fieldwork with mentors from Colby College, the California Academy
of Sciences, and local academic and government institutions. Applications
will be accepted beginning December 1, 2015. The application deadline is
February 15, 2016 via the REU-in-Ethiopia webite:
http://www.colby.edu/reu-in-ethiopia.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - PIE-LTER

[David Inouye]

Position: Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - PIE-LTER

Date: March 4, 2015

Position Summary:

The Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking applicants for the 
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program sponsored by the 
National Science Foundation. The successful applicant will work as 
part of a large-scale, multi-disciplinary project examining the 
effects of sea-level, climate change, and changes in human land use 
of the marshes, estuaries and watersheds surrounding Plum Island 
Sound, MA (http://pie-lter.ecosystems.mbl.edu).


REU positions are available to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents 
only who are currently enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or 
universities (no graduating seniors).






Additional Information:

For 2015, the primary focus of the 10-week REU program at PIE-LTER 
will be on fish population and fish community ecology, and the 
student will work closely with a mentor to develop and conduct an 
independent project within this research area. However, the student 
will be immersed in an active research environment and will interact 
with a diversity of knowledgeable wetland scientists conducting 
research on plant ecology, invertebrate ecology, and biogeochemical 
cycling. The student is expected to present his/her findings at MBL's 
Young Scientist Symposium in August in Woods Hole. Housing will be 
provided at the field station in Byfield, MA.






Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, 
chemistry and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to 
detail and a desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are 
essential. Ability to work long hours in the field and carry heavy 
objects over uneven marsh is required. Previous experience with boats 
and fishing is useful but not required.






Special Instructions

to Applicants:

The following are required documents:
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume/CV
3) References: List of 3 with contact information
4) Unofficial transcripts



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The Marine Biological Laboratory is an

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans Employer.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - TIDE

[David Inouye]

Position: Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - TIDE

Date: February 3, 2015

Position Summary:

The Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking applicants for the 
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program sponsored by the 
National Science Foundation. The successful applicants will work as 
part of a large-scale, multi-disciplinary project examining the 
effects of excess nutrients on salt marshes in the Plum Island 
Estuary, MA. (http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/Tide/).


REU positions are available to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents 
only who are currently enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or 
universities (no graduating seniors).


Additional Information:

The student will be immersed in an active research environment and 
will interact with a diversity of knowledgeable wetland scientists. 
The student will work closely with a mentor to develop and conduct a 
research project based on their interests during this 10-week 
program. Possible research areas include population ecology, plant 
ecology, invertebrate ecology, biogeochemical cycling, and community 
ecology. The student is expected to present their findings at MBL's 
Young Scientist Symposium in August in Woods Hole. Housing will be 
provided at the field station in Byfield, MA.


Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, 
chemistry and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to 
detail and a desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are 
essential. Ability to work long hours in the field and carry heavy 
objects over uneven marsh is required.


Special Instructions to Applicants:

Required documents include:
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. References List of 3 with contact information
4. Unofficial TTranscripts

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The Marine Biological Laboratory is an

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans Employer.

Molly Kelleher
Human Resources Assistant
Marine Biological Laboratory
7 MBL Street
Woods Hole, MA  02543
508-289-7422
Hours:  9:00 am to 3:00 pm 

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates at University of Georgia

[Andrea Silletti (Univ. of Georgia)]

Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2015 NSF Research
Experience for Undergraduates in Population Ecology of Infectious Diseases,
hosted by the University of Georgia. We are excited about the program, which
strives to integrate experimental biological science with computational
methods and techniques to investigate a variety of areas in infectious
disease research. Our goal is to recruit both students with a background in
biology, with the intent of introducing them to computational techniques,
and also students with a background in mathematics and/or computer science,
in order to give them experience in data collection in a laboratory setting.

2015 Program details
Location: University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Dates: May 26-July 24, 2015 (9 weeks)
Number of students: 10
Students will receive a $4500 stipend for the summer, free housing at the
University of Georgia, and up to $300 travel assistance to Athens, GA.

Who is eligible?
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its
territories and have not yet obtained an undergraduate degree.

To Apply:
- Complete the online application at http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/
- Send transcripts (unofficial is ok) to infectious.disease@gmail.com
- Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to
infectious.disease@gmail.com

To be considered, all application materials should be received by February
16, 2015. Accepted students will be notified in early March.

For more information, please see our website at
(http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/) or contact Dr. John Drake, program
director, at jdr...@uga.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU): Arctic LTER/Landscapes

[David Inouye]

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
Arctic LTER/Landscapes
Seasonal/Temporary

We are seeking undergraduate applicants for an Arctic research position.
Successful candidates will participate in field research on fire ecology at
Toolik Lake Research Natural Area on the North Slope of Alaska.  The
Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) positions are available to U.S.
citizens or permanent residents who are currently enrolled as
undergraduates at U.S. colleges or universities (no graduating seniors).

SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  Applicants should have completed basic
coursework in biology, chemistry and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies.
 Attention to detail and a desire to learn new laboratory and field
techniques are essential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Applicants must in good health, capable of
rigorous physical activity and prepared to live in an isolated setting with
harsh environmental conditions.  Candidates for these jobs should be
available to live at Toolik Field Station for 2-3 months during June, July
and August.  Travel to Toolik Field Station is paid by the grant as well as
the cost of room and board at the Station and a stipend.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 1, May 2014

Please send cover letter, resume, transcripts and the names, addresses,
telephone numbers and email addresses of 3 references to:  Adrian Rocha (
aroc...@nd.edu)

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - PIE LTER

[David Inouye]

Position:  Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - PIE LTER

Date:  February 19, 2014

Position Summary:

The MBL Ecosystems Center is seeking undergraduate applicants for 
summer research fellowships (REU) in watershed and estuarine 
ecosystems in Massachusetts. Fellowships are sponsored by the Plum 
Island Ecosystem Long-Term Ecological Research program 
(http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/pie). REU positions are available to U.S. 
citizens or permanent residents who are currently enrolled as 
undergraduates at U.S. colleges or universities (no graduating 
college seniors). REU participants are expected to start the program 
in early June and work full-time for 10-12 weeks during the summer of 2014.


Additional Information:

Successful candidates will conduct independent research projects that 
are linked to larger studies of watersheds, streams, estuary, 
marshes, or tidal creeks. In addition, participants are expected to 
assist principal investigators, postdocs, research assistants, and 
graduate students with ongoing projects and gain experience in a 
variety of research areas related to coastal science. REU 
participants are expected to collect and analyze data and present 
their research results in oral presentations and in poster and 
written formats by the end of their fellowship. Accommodations are 
provided at the field station during field work studies.


Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, 
chemistry and ideally ecology or environmental science. At least two 
positions are available, one focusing on the ecology of marine 
organisms and one focusing on biogeochemical cycling and or ecosystem 
C and N budgets. Applicants with more advanced course work in these 
areas are encouraged to apply. Attention to detail, the ability to 
work as a member of a team, and a desire to learn new laboratory and 
field techniques are essential.


Physical Requirements:

Applicants must be willing to conduct moderately strenuous fieldwork 
in marine environments, primarily intertidal setting under variable 
weather conditions. Successful candidates will be expected to spend 
extended time at the field site in Plum Island Sound (3 hours from 
Woods Hole) where housing is provided and paid for by the project.



Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are required documents but may be uploaded 
with your application package or faxed to the Human Resources Office, 
508-289-7118. If faxing, please reference the posting number.


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[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates at University of Georgia

[Andrea Silletti (Univ. of Georgia)]

Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2014 NSF Research
Experience for Undergraduates in Population Ecology of Infectious Diseases,
hosted by the University of Georgia. We are excited about the program, which
strives to integrate experimental biological science with computational
methods and techniques to investigate a variety of areas in infectious
disease research. Our goal is to recruit both students with a background in
biology, with the intent of introducing them to computational techniques,
and also students with a background in mathematics and/or computer science,
in order to give them experience in data collection in a laboratory setting.

2014 Program details
Location: University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Dates: May 27-July 25, 2014 (9 weeks)
Number of students: 10
Students will receive a $4500 stipend for the summer, free housing at the
University of Georgia, and up to $300 travel assistance to Athens, GA.

Who is eligible?
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its
territories and have not yet obtained an undergraduate degree.

To Apply:
- Complete the online application at http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/
- Send transcripts (unofficial is ok) to infectious.disease@gmail.com 
- Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to
infectious.disease@gmail.com

To be considered, all application materials should be received by February
24, 2014. Accepted students will be notified in mid-March. 

For more information, please see our website at
(http://daphnia.ecology.uga.edu/reu/) or contact Dr. John Drake, program
director, at jdr...@uga.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) opportunity: plant & animal phenology in response to climate variability in the Oregon Cascades

[Schulze,Mark D]

We seek applicants for a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) 
position on a long-term study of plant and animal phenology at the HJ 
Andrews Experimental Forest in the Central Cascades of Oregon.  This 
study attempts to understand the influence of microclimate heterogeneity 
on phenology and trophic responses to change in climate and disturbance. 
The REU participant will work as part of a team observing and 
collecting plants and insects at plots distributed across topographic 
and vegetation gradients. The student will develop a study to test 
different insect trapping and biomass estimation methods and will 
investigate relationships between microclimate and insect abundance.  
This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in 
ecology, natural history or forestry to gain valuable field research 
experience.  The 10-week REU position will begin in mid-May, with modest 
flexibility in start date to accommodate spring class schedules.


The REU student will be housed at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest, 
a 16,000-acre ‘living laboratory’ representative of forest and 
stream ecosystems in the western cascades.  With a 60-year research 
history and large tracts of old-growth and mature forest, the Andrew 
Forest provides students with unparalleled opportunities to deepen 
understanding of forest ecology. The field station has modern apartments 
with full kitchens, a well-equipped computer lab, and wireless internet 
(see http://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/ for more information on the 
site, facilities and research programs at the HJ Andrews Experimental 
Forest).  The region provides outstanding opportunities for outdoor 
recreation, and is widely considered among the most scenic in the 
country.  Housing and a weekly stipend of $550 will be provided.


Candidates should have a strong interest in field research and a 
demonstrated enthusiasm for spending long hours outdoors in relatively 
remote locations under any and all weather conditions. A valid 
driver’s license is required, and experience driving on dirt roads 
would be beneficial.  Prior field research experience is highly 
desirable.  The participant must be capable of working effectively 
within a team, as well as functioning independently.  Prior class or 
field experience with entomology is preferred; capacity to handle 
insects and other invertebrates, even slimy or gooey ones, is required.


To apply: For full consideration, send a letter of interest, resume and 
contact information (email and phone number) for three references to 
Mark Schulze at mark.schu...@oregonstate.edu by February 18th, 2014. For 
questions regarding the application process, contact Mark Schulze via 
email or phone 541-822-6336.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - Arctic LTER

[David Inouye]

Position:  Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - Arctic LTER

Date:  January 7, 2014

Position Summary:

The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking 
undergraduate applicants for several Arctic research projects. The 
Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) positions are available 
to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents only who are currently 
enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or universities (no 
graduating seniors). Successful candidates will participate in field 
research on either terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems in the Toolik 
Lake Research Natural Area on the North Slope of Alaska.


Additional Information:

In addition to gaining experience by assisting on a variety of 
project activities, REU students typically engage in a small 
independent project that is linked to larger studies of lakes, 
streams, tundra or land-water interactions. REU participants are 
expected to collect and analyze data and to produce a poster 
describing their project near the end of the field season.


We anticipate funding for support of at least two REU positions 
during the 2014 field season, both in association with the Arctic 
LTER project (http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/ARC/).


Candidates for these jobs should be available to live at Toolik Field 
Station for 8-10 weeks during June, July and August. Travel to Toolik 
Field Station is paid for by grant funds as well as the cost of room 
and board at the station.


Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, 
chemistry and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to 
detail and a desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are essential.


Physical Requirements:

Applicants should be in good health, capable of rigorous outdoor 
activity, and prepared to live in a field camp where cooperation with 
others is essential, personal privacy is limited, and living 
accommodations are spare and simple.


APPLY 
ONLINE:  https://mbl.simplehire.com 
  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Molly Kelleher
Human Resources Office
Office Hours-9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Marine Biological Laboratory
7 MBL Street
Woods Hole, MA 02543
(508) 289-7422
human...@mbl.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (NSF REU) in Community Ecology

[Louie Yang]

We are looking for a capable and motivated undergraduate interested in
conducting research in community ecology supported by the NSF Research
Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. This student will have the
opportunity to develop an independent research project with guidance from
faculty, post-docs and graduate students. This project will involve two
weeks conducting field research in the Bahamas, and eight weeks working in
Louie Yang’s ecology lab at the University of California, Davis. The
preferred dates for this program are August 1 to October 10, 2013. The
project will be part of a larger research effort exploring how seaweed
deposition affects terrestrial food webs. Potential research projects could
include, but are not limited to, investigations of arthropod communities
colonizing seaweed, investigations of seaweed effects on pollination, and
the effects of seaweed subsidies on lizard behavior. 

The successful applicant should be prepared for long hours of field work
under sometimes harsh conditions. Candidates should demonstrate an ability
to work independently and in teams. Previous experience with field research,
experimental design, community ecology and boating safety is preferred.

Applicants should submit the following materials to Louie Yang
(lhy...@ucdavis.edu) by July 1, 2013: 1) a one-page cover letter explaining
their interest in this position, 2) a CV describing previous research
experience, 3) the names and contact information of two references who will
send reference letters separately by July 1, 2013, and 4) a copy of the
student’s transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine). Please use “REU
application” as the subject heading for your email application. The chosen
student will receive a stipend of approximately $500 per week for the
10-week period. Travel and research expenses will be paid. 

This position is funded by the National Science Foundation through the
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. Applicants for this
position must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States and
its possessions and must be currently enrolled as undergraduates. The
University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates-University of Arizona

[Steven Archer]

REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) is a National Science 
Foundation-sponsored program wherein undergraduates receive a stipend to 
conduct independent summer research projects under faculty guidance and 
mentorship.  The School of Natural Resources and The Environment at the 
University of Arizona has an opening for an REU scholar for the summer of 2013. 
 The REU scholar will work with Drs. Steve Archer, Rachel Gallery and Dave 
Breshears and with collaborators at New Mexico State, Loyola University-New 
Orleans and the University of Kentucky examining how plant litter decomposition 
in deserts is influenced by interactions between radiant energy and wind and 
water redistribution of soil.  In addition to their own investigations, REU 
scholars will participate in controlled environment studies on the UA campus; 
and in field studies at the Santa Rita Experimental Range just south of Tucson. 
 For more details on the project and application procedures, see 
http://ag.arizona.edu/research/archer/news.html

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates in Aquatic Chemical Ecology at Georgia Tech

[Benita Black]

Research Experience for Undergraduates in Aquatic Chemical Ecology at
Georgia Tech

Aquatic Chemical Ecology (ACE) at Georgia Tech is a summer undergraduate
research program supported by the National Science Foundation. ACE at
Georgia Tech gives students the opportunity to perform exciting research
with our faculty in the Schools of Biology, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences,
Chemistry & Biochemistry, Civil & Environmental Engineering, and Chemical &
Biomolecular Engineering. You'll participate in research with one or more of
our faculty, learn about careers in science and engineering, and see how
scientists blend knowledge and skills from physics, chemistry, biology and
related disciplines to investigate some of the most challenging problems in
environmental sciences. Our REU program is also a great way to check out
research as a career before committing to graduate school, and for building
relationships that will help you with future career decisions. Participants
will receive a stipend of $5000 plus accommodations with kitchen facilities
in university housing, and help with travel expenses to and from Atlanta. 
Our program website is http://www.biology.gatech.edu/undergraduate-program/reu/ 
including program details, application process, and contact information. 

Any U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is currently enrolled in an
undergraduate degree program is eligible, unless they have already been part
of an NSF-REU program in Ocean Sciences or unless they will graduate before
this summer.

Institution Type: Graduate Research University 
Institution: Georgia Institute of Technology 
Location: Atlanta, GA 
Application Deadline: 02-15-2013
Program Start & End Date:  05-20-2013 to 07-26-2013
Stipend: $5000 for 40 hrs/wk

Primary Contact:Benita Black, Georgia Tech School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Cherry Emerson Building
Atlanta, GA 30332
Email: reu.coordina...@biology.gatech.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - Arctic

[David Inouye]

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) - Arctic

Date: January 28, 2013

Position Summary:

The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking 
undergraduate applicants for several Arctic research projects. The 
Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) positions are available 
to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents only who are currently 
enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or universities (no 
graduating seniors). Successful candidates will participate in field 
research on either terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems in the Toolik 
Lake Research Natural Area on the North Slope of Alaska.


Additional Information:

In addition to gaining experience by assisting on a variety of 
project activities, REU students typically engage in a small 
independent project that is linked to larger studies of lakes, 
streams, tundra or land-water interactions. REU participants are 
expected to collect and analyze data and to produce a poster 
describing their project near the end of the field season.


We anticipate funding for support of at least two REU positions 
during the 2013 field season, both in association with the Arctic 
LTER project (http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/ARC/).


Basic Qualifications:

Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, 
chemistry and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to 
detail and a desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are essential.


Candidates for these jobs should be available to live at Toolik Field 
Station for 8-10 weeks during June, July and August. Travel to Toolik 
Field Station is paid for by grant funds as well as the cost of room 
and board at the station.


Physical Requirements

Applicants should be in good health, capable of rigorous outdoor 
activity, and prepared to live in a field camp where cooperation with 
others is essential, personal privacy is limited, and living 
accommodations are spare and simple.


Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please do not ask referees to send unsolicited letters; these will be 
requested by us for final candidates only. Unofficial transcripts are 
required documents, but may be uploaded with your application package 
or faxed to the Human Resources Office at 508-289-7931. If faxing, 
please include the position posting number or reference code.


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https://mbl.simplehire.com AN EQUAL 
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



Molly Kelleher
Human Resources Office
Office Hours-9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Marine Biological Laboratory
7 MBL Street
Woods Hole, MA 02543
(508) 289-7422
human...@mbl.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) opportunity: plant & animal phenology in response to climate variability in the Oregon Cascades.

[Mark Schulze]

We seek applicants for an REU position on a long-term study of plant and
animal phenology at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest in the Central
Cascades of Oregon.  This study attempts to understand the influence of
microclimate heterogeneity on phenology and trophic responses to change in
climate and disturbance.  The REU student will test the use of timelapse
cameras to study canopy phenology across a large forested watershed and will
investigate relationships between microclimate and phenology.  The
participant will also work as part of a team observing and collecting plants
and insects at plots distributed across topographic and vegetation
gradients.  This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals
interested in ecology, natural history or forestry to gain valuable field
research experience.  The 10-week REU position will begin before the end of
May, with some flexibility in start date.   

The REU student will be housed at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest, a
16,000-acre ‘living laboratory’ representative of forest and stream
ecosystems in the western cascades.  With a 60-year research history and
large tracts of old-growth and mature forest, the Andrew Forest provides
students with unparalleled opportunities to deepen understanding of forest
ecology. The field station has modern apartments with full kitchens, a
well-equipped computer lab, and wireless internet (see
http://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/ for more information on the site,
facilities and research programs at the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest). 
The region provides outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation, and is
widely considered among the most scenic in the country.  Housing and a
weekly stipend of $550 will be provided.   

Candidates should have a strong interest in field research and a
demonstrated enthusiasm for spending long hours outdoors in relatively
remote locations under any and all weather conditions. A valid driver’s
license is required, and experience driving on dirt roads would be
beneficial.  Prior field research experience is highly desirable.  The
participant must be capable of working effectively within a team, as well as
functioning independently.

To apply: For full consideration, send a letter of interest, resume and
contact information (email and phone number) for three references to Mark
Schulze at mark.schu...@oregonstate.edu. For questions regarding the
application process, contact Mark Schulze via email or phone 541-822-6336.  

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU), stream ecology and nutrient criteria, Coweeta LTER and University of Georgia

[John Kominoski]

Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity, Stream Ecology, University of
Georgia.

We seek a motivated student to participate in a National Science Foundation
Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) opportunity in stream ecology
and nutrient criteria. Human land use continues to increase the loading of
nutrients to inland waters. Streams draining landscapes that vary in land
use (agricultural, suburban, urban) typically have distinct levels of
nitrogen (N) and phosphorous (P) that correspond to the source of the
nutrient pollution. The student will investigate the effects of nutrient
loading on stream ecosystems and will contribute to a larger ongoing
project that focuses on stream ecosystem responses to different enrichment
N:P ratios (2:1 – 128:1) The student will work alongside a PhD student to
help design and execute lab and field studies to measure algal and
heterotrophic responses to varying substrate and water column N and P
concentrations. The PI, postdoc and doctoral student will mentor the
student through the collection and analysis of data, as well as the
presentation and publication of results.

This project is based out of the Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory and
associated with the Coweeta LTER. As such, the student on this project will
work in residence at Coweeta where they will interact with interns, other
REU students, graduate students and faculty from various universities. The
student will participate in the Coweeta LTER Summer Meeting, which includes
a research symposium of talks by graduate students and faculty.

Stipend will be $450/week for 9 weeks (June 11 – August 3, 2012), plus
additional support for travel to Coweeta and research supplies.  To apply,
submit 1) a letter of interest including a description of prior research
experience and career goals and 2) a current CV, including contact
information for two references to Drs Amy Rosemond
(rosem...@uga.edu)
or John Kominoski (jkomino...@gmail.com).


-- 
John Stephen Kominoski
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Odum School of Ecology
University of Georgia
140 East Green Street
Athens, Georgia 30602-2202, USA

Email: jkomino...@gmail.com
Phone: +1 706.542.4366
Fax: +1 706.542.4819
http://sites.google.com/site/jkominoski/

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position to work on Lake Tanganyika, Africa

[Valerie Seidel]

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position to work on Lake 
Tanganyika, Africa


With support from the National Science Foundation, we are seeking an 
excellent undergraduate researcher to join our team working on Lake 
Tanganyika, Africa during summer 2012.The team is led by Drs. Peter 
McIntyre (University of Wisconsin) and Yvonne Vadeboncoeur (Wright State 
University).The overall project focuses on how climate change and 
fisheries affect ecosystem productivity and nutrient cycling along the 
shoreline of Lake Tanganyika.Specific components include surveys of fish 
and invertebrate assemblages, measurements of primary productivity and 
nutrient cycling, and experimental manipulations of algae-grazer 
interactions.Field work is based near Kigoma, Tanzania, and spans a 
variety of sites along the Tanzanian coast.The REU student will develop 
an individual research project in consultation with the project PIs and 
graduate students, as well as contributing to the broader project.


Desired qualifications include coursework in 
ecology/evolution/biogeochemistry/conservation, previous research 
experience, previous travel under challenging conditions, high degree of 
comfort with snorkeling and/or SCUBA diving, physical capacity to assist 
with carrying boats and equipment, and a team-oriented approach to 
work.The successful applicant must have a valid passport, and be 
prepared for challenging travel conditions in a developing nation.All 
expenses will be covered, and a stipend will be provided.The start- and 
end-date will be determined by group travel arrangements, but will 
likely be mid-June through mid-August.


To apply, please submit a one-page letter of interest that summarizes 
qualifications and personal motivation, a curriculum vitae, and contact 
information for two references who know your capabilities well.Submit as 
a single file to Val Seidel (vsei...@wisc.edu 
).Questions can be directed to Ben Kraemer 
(bkraem...@wisc.edu ).Review of applications 
will begin on 5 February, 2012.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates - Chicago Botanic Garden

[Evelyn Williams]

Dear Ecolog,

Thanks for your help spreading the word about our program!

This summer, the Chicago Botanic Garden and partner institutions will host
10 NSF-REU interns (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) conducting
research under the broad theme of PLANT BIOLOGY AND CONSERVATION, from
genetic to ecosystem levels of inquiry. Potential projects include work in
soil ecology, systematics, reproductive biology, biogeochemistry,
restoration ecology, pollinator ecology, and other fields. Students will
gain laboratory and field experience, participate in professional
development activities, help mentor high-school student researchers, and
enjoy a fun social environment.

Participants should be U.S. citizens or permanent residents who will be
enrolled as undergraduates after summer 2012. They will receive a stipend
of $4,750 and room and board at a local college. Costs of travel to and
from Chicago will be covered. We encourage applications from students who
are members of groups underrepresented in the sciences and students who
have limited research opportunities at their home institutions. The
application deadline is January 31, 2012, and the 10-week program will run
from June 11-August 17, 2012.

We invite interested undergraduates to find more information and apply at
http://www.cbgreu.org. Questions can be directed to i...@cbgreu.org.

We also ask faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and other undergraduate
mentors to please help us spread the word about this exciting opportunity
to exceptional undergraduates.

-- 
Evelyn Williams, Ph.D.
UW Madison Botany Department
ewwi...@gmail.com

Chicago Botanic Garden REU
http://www.cbgreu.org/
i...@cbgreu.org

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates Position - Avian Disease Ecology

[Dana Hawley]

A Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position is available in the
Department of Biological Sciences at Virginia Tech for summer 2011 to study
avian disease ecology.  The REU student will join an existing
multi-institutional team studying the ecology of Mycoplasma gallisepticum
infection in house finches in both the field and lab.  The REU student will
be responsible for helping with project research and for designing an
independent study with the help and advice of Dr. Dana Hawley. The student
should be willing to assist with both field and labwork, and should be
comfortable learning to handle wild birds.  Eligible candidates must be U.S.
citizens or permanent residents and be currently enrolled in a college or
university (i.e. recent graduates are ineligible).  The position will start
in early to mid-June and will last for ~10 weeks. 

Applications will be accepted through April 10th.   To apply, please email
the following information to Dr. Dana Hawley (hawl...@vt.edu) in Biological
Sciences at Virginia Tech:

1.  Resume / CV
2.  A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the project.
3.  Contact information for two references (preferably references who can
attest to your academic or research experience).

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates

[Bridget Walden]

Research Experience for Undergraduates

The Office of Undergraduate and Interdisciplinary Research, facilitating
student involvement in environmental research and education at the
University of Nevada, and the Great Basin Institute invite applications for
the summer 2011 REU program in natural resources – conservation and
socioeconomic issues, sponsored by the National Science Foundation.

Overview of Program: Research teams will work in the eastern Sierra region
of Nevada, within the Lake Tahoe-Truckee River-Pyramid Lake watershed, on
studies ranging from fire effects on watershed restoration to anthropogenic
influences on water quality at Lake Tahoe. Participants will be exposed to
diverse scientific inquiries and technologies to gain insight into how
science informs land and water use policy, management and conservation
initiatives.

The program will take place during the ten consecutive weeks of 6 June
through 12 August 2011. Students in the program will be provided a stipend
of $4,250, along with housing on campus. The application deadline is Monday,
March 7, 2011.

Research Topics Include:
• Riparian and rangeland restoration
• Impacts and management of invasive species
• Rephotography (comparing past and current images of an area) analyses of
environmental change
• Resource management policy and implementation within the watershed

Eligibility: Qualified undergraduates, who will have junior or senior status
and will be a full-time student in the Fall 2011 term, with a combination of
coursework in the following disciplines are invited to apply: environmental
studies, natural resources, biology, ecology, hydrology, resource economics,
and statistics. We especially encourage applications from students at
primarily undergraduate institutions and from underrepresented groups.
Participants must be citizens or permanent legal residents of the USA.
Review of applications will begin on 28 February 2011. Applications received
after this date will be considered on a space-available basis.

Contact: For further information, email ugresea...@unr.edu or visit the
Office of Undergraduate and Interdisciplinary Research website
athttp://environment.unr.edu/.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates Summer 2010 - Ecology at the Urban-Rural Interface

[Mitchell,Randall J]

Research Experience for Undergraduates Summer 2010 - Ecology at the Urban-Rural 
Interface

We invite undergraduate students to participate in a summer 2010 Research 
Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program at the University of Akron, 
sponsored by the National Science Foundation.  

 This REU site program supports collaborative research on "Ecology at the 
Urban-Rural Interface," with opportunities to investigate species, 
interactions, and ecosystems within human dominated landscapes. Students will 
be immersed in their own research projects that are part of a larger, 
interactive team of students and faculty. We offer a stipend, housing, and 
support for research supplies. 

Review of applications will begin February 16, 2009. Women and minorities are 
strongly encouraged to apply. 

For more information, and an application: visit us on the web at 
http://www3.uakron.edu/biology/fieldstation/reu.htm, contact the Program 
Director, Dr. Randy Mitchell (330-972-5122 or r...@uakron.edu), or write to 
Biology REU Program, Department of Biology, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 
44325-3908.

Dr. Randy Mitchell, Dr. Jean Pan, Dr. Greg Smith

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates at Hubbard Brook LTER

[Geoff Wilson]

A Summer Research Experience at Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest:

Investigating and Communicating Change in Ecosystems

Eleven undergraduates will live and work at the Hubbard Brook Experimental
Forest in the White Mountains of New Hampshire for a 10-week program
emphasizing both research and public outreach on topics concerning Northern
Hardwood Forest ecosystems.

Research and Outreach areas include:  
•   Animal ecology
•   Biogeochemistry
•   Hydrology and soils
•   Forest vegetation and carbon dynamics

Research projects will be conducted under the supervision of research
mentors active in research at the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest/LTER site.

Outreach projects will be conducted in partnership with a regional
non-profit, local government, or other group involved in the communication
of scientific results to broad audiences.  

Students will:
•   Design and conduct a research project in their area of interest under 
the
guidance of a team of research mentors.
•   Partner with an outside organization to create a science communication
product meeting the real needs of the organization.
o   The organization and product will be consistent with the research
interests of the student.
•   Participate in a Science Communication Workshop examining successful
science translation products and providing a framework for developing the
students’ projects.
•   Be fully integrated into the large community of undergraduates, graduate
students, technicians, and research scientists active at the Hubbard Brook
Ecosystem Study.
The program is designed to appeal to students interested in careers in
ecosystem science, as well as those interested in science-related fields,
such as teaching or resource management, where interpretation of the
processes and results of ecosystem science to a broad audience is central.

Dates:  June 1 through August 10, 2010 (10 weeks)

Eligibility: Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or first semester
seniors.  Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its
possessions.

Stipend:  $4,500, plus meal-plan allowance and free housing.

Other support:  Research expenses and some assistance for travel to and from
the site.

Potential projects:

Animal Ecology
o   The effects of moose on bird habitat
o   Population dynamics of vertebrates.

Biogeochemistry
o   Examining the role of low order streams in supplying carbon dioxide to 
the
atmosphere 
o   The influence of climate on the fate of nitrogen in forest soils.
o   Forest successional dynamics and biogeochemistry on contrasting sites

Hydrology and Soils
o   Exploring hydrologic dynamics with water isotope monitoring

Forest Vegetation and Carbon Cycling
o   Reconstructing forest history
o   Tree physiology and forest community dynamics
o   Tree population ecology
o   Investigating plant strategies for nutrient uptake

To apply:   Visit our website at:  www.hubbardbrookreu.org  for further
information and application instructions.  

For more information, contact:
Geoff Wilson
25 Dobson Hill Road
Thornton, NH 03285
(603) 726-8911
Email:  gwil...@hbresearchfoundation.org  

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates

[=?ISO-8859-1?Q?Bridget_Walden?=]

The Academy for the Environment (http://environment.unr.edu/), facilitating
student involvement in environmental research and education at UNR, and the
Great Basin Institute (http://www.thegreatbasininstitute.org/), an
environmental research, education and conservation organization, invite
applications for the summer 2009 REU program in natural resources –
conservation and socioeconomic issues, sponsored by the National Science
Foundation. 

Overview of Program: Research teams will work in the eastern Sierra region
of Nevada, within the Lake Tahoe-Truckee River-Pyramid Lake watershed, on
studies ranging from fire effects on watershed restoration to anthropogenic
influences on water quality along the shore zone at Lake Tahoe. Participants
will be exposed to diverse scientific inquiries and technologies to gain
insight into how science informs land and water use policy, management and
conservation initiatives.

The program will take place during the ten consecutive weeks of 8 June
through 14 August 2009.

Students in the program will be provided a stipend of $4500, along with
housing and per diem.

Research Topics Include:
• Biological, physical and chemical sampling of aquatic resources
• Impacts and management of invasive species
• Remote sensing and rephotography (comparing past and current images of an
area)analyses of environmental change
• Resource management policy and implementation within the watershed
• Recreation and capacity studies of state and federal lands in the Tahoe Basin

Eligibility: Qualified undergraduates, who will have junior or senior status
and will be a full-time student in the Fall 2009 term, with a combination of
coursework in the following disciplines are invited to apply:
environmental studies, natural resources, biology, ecology, hydrology,
resource economics, and statistics. We especially encourage applications
from students at primarily undergraduate institutions and from
underrepresented groups. Participants must be citizens or permanent legal
residents of the USA. Review of applications will begin on 20 March 2009.
Applications received after this date will be considered on a
space-available basis.

Contact: See http://environment.unr.edu/ for links to an application and
other information on this REU program. For further information, contact Mike
Collopy at mcoll...@unr.edu or 775-784-8262.

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates Summer 2009 - Ecology at the Urban-Rural Interface

[Mitchell,Randall J]

We invite undergraduate students to participate in a summer 2009 Research 
Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program at the University of Akron, 
sponsored by the National Science Foundation.  
This REU site program supports collaborative research on "Ecology at the 
Urban-Rural Interface," with opportunities to investigate species, 
interactions, and ecosystems within human dominated landscapes. Students will 
be immersed in their own research projects that are part of a larger, 
interactive team of students and faculty. We offer a stipend, housing, and 
support for research supplies and travel to a scientific meeting to present 
your results. 

Review of applications will begin March 15, 2009. Women and minorities are 
strongly encouraged to apply. 

For more information, and an application: visit us on the web at 
www3.uakron.edu/biology/fieldstation/reu.htm, contact the Program Director, Dr. 
Randy Mitchell (330-972-5122 or r...@uakron.edu), or write to Biology REU 
Program, Department of Biology, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-3908.

Dr. Randy Mitchell, Dr. Jean Pan, Dr. Greg Smith

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates

[Bradley W. Miller]

Colleagues, 

Please announce to your students:

2009 Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates in "Biological Responses
to the Environment from Genes to the Ecosystem" is available at West
Virginia University in Morgantown, WV, in forest soils and forest
biogeochemistry, among many other topics. This is an NSF-supported summer
research program for undergraduate students who are interested in careers in
environmental biology, ecology, or plant biology. Students receive a
stipend, room and board, and travel allowance.  Application deadline is
March 31, and start date is May 25. For more information on this program,
and application materials, interested students should go to:
http://reu.as.wvu.edu 

Thank you.



Kathryn (Kate) Piatek
Assistant Professor, Forest Soils and Management
West Virginia University
Division of Forestry and Natural Resources
Morgantown, WV 26506
phone: 304 293-6292
e-mail: kathryn.pia...@mail.wvu.edu


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[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates

[Marian in Human Resources]

Title:  Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)
Position Summary:  The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological 
Laboratory is seeking undergraduate applicants for several Arctic research 
projects. Successful candidates will participate in field research on 
either terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems in the Toolik Lake Research 
Natural Area on the North Slope of Alaska. The Research Experience for 
Undergraduate (REU) positions are 
available to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents only who are currently 
enrolled as undergraduates at U.S. colleges or universities (no graduating 
seniors).
Additional Information:  In addition to gaining experience by assisting on 
a variety of project activities, REU students typically assume an 
independent project that is linked to larger studies of lakes, streams, 
tundra or land-water interactions. REU participants are expected to 
collect and analyze data and to produce a poster describing their project 
near the end of the field season. We anticipate funding for support of two 
to four REU positions during the 2008 field season. 

Candidates for these jobs should be available to live at Toolik Field 
Station for 8-10 weeks during June, July and August. Travel to Toolik 
Field Station is paid for by grant funds as well as the cost of room and 
board at the station.
Basic Qualifications:  Applicants should have completed basic coursework 
in biology, chemistry and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention 
to detail and a desire to learn new laboratory and field techniques are 
essential.
Preferred Qualifications: 
Physical Requirements  Applicants should be in good health, capable of 
rigorous outdoor activity, and prepared to live in a field camp where 
cooperation with others is essential, personal privacy is limited, and 
living accommodations are spare and simple.
Required Applicant Documents:  Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicants:  Unofficial transcripts are required 
documents, but may be uploaded with your application or faxed to the Human 
Resources Office at 508-457-1548. If faxing, please reference this 
posting.
 
Apply online at mbl.simplehire.com/An Equal Opportunity Employer
 
  
 

 

[ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Plum Island, Seasonal, Temporary

[Marian in Human Resources]

The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking 
undergraduate applicants for several research projects. Successful 
candidates will participate in field research at the Plum Island LTER site 
in Massachusetts. 

The Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) positions are available to 
U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents who are currently enrolled as 
undergraduates at U.S. colleges or universities (no graduating seniors).   
In addition to gaining experience by assisting on a variety of project 
activities, REU students will assume an independent project that is linked 
to a larger study. REU participants are expected to collect and analyze 
data and to produce a poster or give a talk describing their project near 
the end of the field season. We anticipate funding for support of two to 
four REU positions during the 2008 field season. Possible projects 
include: examine changes in land cover in the watershed; examine the 
ecological functions of clams, especially in connection with nutrient 
cycling; examine the effects of suburban development patterns on fine 
scales on vegetation structure; and examine the relationship between 
cutting salt marsh hay, Spartina patens, and marsh geochemistry.   
Applicants should have completed basic coursework in biology, chemistry 
and ideally ecology or ecosystem studies. Attention to detail and a desire 
to learn new laboratory and field techniques are essential.   
Applicants should be in good health, and capable of rigorous outdoor 
activity. Depending upon the project the candidate may be based in Woods 
Hole, Plum Island, or Clark University. Students working at Plum Island 
should be prepared to live in a field house with other students and 
staff.   
Unofficial transcripts are required documents but may be uploaded with 
your resume and cover letter or faxed to the MBL Human Resources Office, 
508-289-7931. If faxing, please be sure to reference this job posting.   


Apply online at mbl.simplehire.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer