The Brudvig Lab at Michigan State University (http://brudviglab.plantbiology.msu.edu/) seeks to fill 1-2 temporary field technician positions for a project investigating prairie restoration in Michigan and surrounding states. Technicians will assist in sampling prairie plant communities as part of a research project to understand the region-wide factors underlying successful restoration of prairie grasslands on former agricultural fields. Tasks will include primarily field work (e.g., assisting in plant community surveys, soils sampling, biomass sampling), but also lab (e.g., processing of soil, biomass, and unknown plant specimens) and office work (e.g., data entry and proofing).
Positions will begin as early as June 2011, and will last for up to four months. Applicants are encouraged to indicate dates of availability in their application letter. Pay rate will be $10.00/hour, for 40 hours/week. Technicians will be based out of East Lansing, MI, with daily and some overnight travel to field sites (including neighboring states). These travel expenses will be covered. Successful candidates will hold or be working towards a bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, or a related discipline and must be able to endure long days in the field, walking over possibly difficult terrain, and hot and humid conditions. Previous field research experience is required. Botanical experience is desirable. To apply, please email a CV or resume and brief letter describing past experience, why this position is interesting or important to you, dates of availability, and contact information with email addresses for two references to Lars Brudvig: [email protected]. Applications will be considered immediately; closing date is April 30, 2011. Michigan State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. A criminal background check is a prerequisite for employment at Michigan State University.
