northern Wisconsin and the Michigan Upper Peninsula

May 22 – July 28, 2006

northern Wisconsin and the Michigan Upper Peninsula

BS;MS preferred

M.S. in Ecology or related field is preferred, but B.S. in Ecology plus 1 year post-graduate work experience in teaching or biological research may substitute. Basic knowledge of 5 modules (listed above) and univariate statistics preferred. If applicable, please include a list of relevant coursework you have completed.

Temporary

Please submit cover letter (which includes topics of potential independent projects) and CV/resume (e-mail submission preferred).

Dr. Karen E. Francl, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556, Website: http://underc.nd.edu

The course includes both teaching and research components to educate 24 sophomore and junior undergraduate students. The teaching component is broken up into 5 week-long modules (Herpetology, Mammalogy/Ornithology, Aquatic Ecology, Insect Ecology, and Forest Ecology), taught by instructors from the University of Notre Dame and other collaborating universities. Students also work with mentors and TAs to design and carry out independent ecological research projects. See UNDERC’s web page for specifics about the course. TAs will work together to assist professors during each teaching module, as well as provide guidance on a daily basis to enrolled students. Additionally, each TA will directly mentor 1-2 student projects during the summer. The project topics will be directed towards the mentor’s strengths in ecology (e.g., herpetology, mammalogy, forestry, etc.).

Salary is negotiable, based on level of experience. Minimum $1500/month.

Modern apartment-style housing will be provided at UNDERC. Field vehicles provided throughout the course. Other amenities (24-hr computer lab, wireless internet access in apartments, satellite TV, free laundry facilities) accessible on property.

Feb 3, 2006