*RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION - SUMMER 2017: Asian elephant personality and cognition*
Locations: National Zoo (D.C.) and Oklahoma City Zoo (Oklahoma City, OK) Position Dates: end of May to mid-July (National Zoo); mid-July to end of September (Oklahoma City Zoo) Stipend: Unpaid at this time. *Responsibilities:* · Assist with planning and carrying out behavioral experiments with captive Asian elephants at the National Zoo and/or Oklahoma City Zoo (exact dates to be determined--approximately 7 days per week, end of May to mid-July) · Extract data from video-recorded experimental trials. *Qualities Required of Applicants:* · Interest in animal behavior, animal cognition, and conservation education. · GPA of at least 3.0 · Provide own accommodation and transportation to/from zoo. · Animal research experience (preferably research experience with elephants). · Experience interacting with zoo guests (preferably in communicating science). · Dedication to the project. Flexibility in work schedule. Eagerness to take initiative. · Ability to work well with others and independently and maintain a positive attitude. · Organization skills and proficiency in use of Microsoft Office. *Benefits**:* · Successful assistants can use this experience on their CV/resume and request letters of recommendation. · Hands-on research and education experience. · Professional development opportunities. *To be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit the following to **Lisa Barrett (**[email protected]* <[email protected]>*) as soon as possible (no later than 4/30/17):* 1) Cover letter or letter of interest 2) CV or Resume 3) 3 professional references (name and contact information) -- *Lisa P. Barrett* Ph.D. Student, University of Wyoming Program in Ecology Department of Zoology & Physiology Animal Behavior & Cognition Lab <http://animalcognitionlab.org/> Graduate Student Network at UW <https://www.facebook.com/Graduate-Student-Network-at-UW-100130866769126/?fref=ts>
