REU Researchers, Peatland Ecosystems

RESEARCH POSITION FOR SUMMER 2002 (all applicants please respond by email to KELLOGG.6@ND.EDU)

The ecosystem laboratory of Dr. Scott Bridgham is seeking undergraduate
applicants for an NSF funded Research Experience for Undergraduates
(REU) position.

Successful candidates will participate in field research on
peatland ecosystems at the University of Notre Dame Environmental
Research Center in Upper Peninsula Michigan. 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 typically assume an
independent project.

SKILLS, EDUCATION/EXPEIENCE REQUIRED:
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 is essential. We require a bright, self-motivated,
independent individual capable of goal oriented work.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Applicants should be in good health, capable
of rigorous physical activity; e.g., working long hours, carrying >40lb.
pack across uneven terrain. Candidates for these jobs should be available to live at the Center for 3 months from May to August (start
and end dates flexible). The candidate will recieve housing and a stipend.

DEADLINE: Until suitable candidates are identified.

For additional information regarding UNDERC visit our website.

PLEASE SEND THE FOLLOWING BY EMAIL:

1. Cover letter (state your future plans, how this job fits into those
plants, and why you are the person for this position)

2. Resume

3. Two references (preferably two faculty that you have worked with,
include contact information)

4. An unofficial copy of your transcripts

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