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From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
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Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position to
work on Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position to work on Lake
Tanganyika, Africa

With support from the National Science Foundation, we are seeking an
excellent undergraduate researcher to join our team working on Lake
Tanganyika, Africa during summer 2012.The team is led by Drs. Peter McIntyre
(University of Wisconsin) and Yvonne Vadeboncoeur (Wright State
University).The overall project focuses on how climate change and fisheries
affect ecosystem productivity and nutrient cycling along the shoreline of
Lake Tanganyika.Specific components include surveys of fish and invertebrate
assemblages, measurements of primary productivity and nutrient cycling, and
experimental manipulations of algae-grazer interactions.Field work is based
near Kigoma, Tanzania, and spans a variety of sites along the Tanzanian
coast.The REU student will develop an individual research project in
consultation with the project PIs and graduate students, as well as
contributing to the broader project.

Desired qualifications include coursework in
ecology/evolution/biogeochemistry/conservation, previous research
experience, previous travel under challenging conditions, high degree of
comfort with snorkeling and/or SCUBA diving, physical capacity to assist
with carrying boats and equipment, and a team-oriented approach to work.The
successful applicant must have a valid passport, and be prepared for
challenging travel conditions in a developing nation.All expenses will be
covered, and a stipend will be provided.The start- and end-date will be
determined by group travel arrangements, but will likely be mid-June through
mid-August.

To apply, please submit a one-page letter of interest that summarizes
qualifications and personal motivation, a curriculum vitae, and contact
information for two references who know your capabilities well.Submit as a
single file to Val Seidel ([log in to unmask]
<mailto:[log in to unmask]>).Questions can be directed to Ben Kraemer
([log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>).Review of applications will
begin on 5 February, 2012.