REU - Aquatic Ecology - Apply by 5/17
Portland (OR) State University
The Strecker Aquatic Ecology Lab at
Portland State University in Portland, OR, invites applications for an REU
position on an NSF-funded project on the effects of hydrologic alterations and
climate change on freshwater ecosystem connectivity and ecology on the Columbia
Plateau. The candidate will have numerous opportunities to enhance their career
by working with ecologists and other scientists, including members of the PI’s
lab.
The REU project will focus on a unique feature of some aquatic invertebrates,
which can produce resting eggs that undergo prolonged dormancy in the sediment
of waterbodies and hatch under favorable conditions. The project will examine a
research question related to hatching success of zooplankton resting eggs in
different environmental conditions and at different historical time periods.
A
stipend of $5000 is available, in addition to $600 for help with travel costs
to and from Portland. On-campus housing will be provided for out of town
students.
Application: Applicants must provide the following: • online
application form (http://goo.gl/forms/S4w5R0DbKE),
including personal information, educational background, volunteer/work
experience • contact information for two professors familiar with their
academic performance • a ~500 word personal statement describing their
experience, motivation, qualifications, research interests, and career
aspirations Selection
Criteria: A background in ecology, biology, environmental
science, or a related field, with a strong interest in aquatic ecosystems is
required. Previous research experience is not required. Students from
underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional
selection criteria include: • Motivation and enthusiasm to develop research
skills and techniques • Successful completion of college-level courses relevant
to research • An academic record with consistent progress • Ability to
participate in the entire 10 week program – start date is negotiable •
Applications are due by: May 17, with a decision expected by May 31.
Eligibility: Students graduating in the year of the program are not eligible.
Students must also be United States citizens or permanent residents. Students
must be enrolled in a community college, college or university and have good
academic standing. If accepted into the REU program, applicants will be
required to provide an unofficial transcript before arriving. Please contact
Dr. Angela Strecker for more information: strecker@pdx.edu