Undergraduate Field Research Opportunity - Biocomplexity in the High
Arctic Greenland, Summer 2003
For more information contact:
Dr. Heidi Steltzer (steltzer [at] lamar.colostate.edu)
or
Dr. Jeff Welker (jwelker [at] nrel.colostate.edu)
Colorado State University: Ecological Research in NW Greenland.
We are recruiting two students to participate in the NSF-Research
Experience for Undergraduate (REU) program as part of our project on
Biocomplexity of terrestrial ecosystems in the High Arctic (late May
through mid-August 2003) being directed by Dr. Jeff Welker.
The NSF-funded REU program matches undergraduate students with
scientists for advanced, independent research on a project of the
student's own design. Two positions are available on a project examining
carbon, nitrogen and water dynamics that will provide training in
ecological research techniques. Students will be expected to conduct
field studies under some harsh summer conditions, and thus should have
some outdoor work experience and be in good physical condition. No prior
experience is required but attention to detail, and the ability to work
independently and as part of a team are essential.
Lodging will be provided at the Thule Air Base, air transportation to
the site is provided, and the positions include a stipend of $3800 for
the summer. Awards will only be made to US citizens or permanent
residents.
Applications received by April 1, 2002 will be assured consideration.
Send a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and 2 references
to: Dr. Heidi Steltzer, Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory, Colorado
State University, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, steltzer [at] lamar.colostate.edu.
In your cover letter, briefly describe your work or extracurricular
experiences in the outdoors, all previous work experience, and explain
your interest in this position. Please email Dr. Steltzer or Dr. Welker
(jwelker [at] nrel.colostate.edu) if you have questions about this unique
research opportunity.