Information about the Arctic LTER project available at: http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/ARC/
Information about the Toolik Field Station available at: http://www.uaf.edu/toolik/

These positions are term appointments limited to the summer of 2010.
More than one position is available, as follows:

Summer Field Assistant
The successful candidate will participate in research on arctic tundra stream ecosystems in the Toolik Field Station research area. Duties include monitoring physical parameters in streams and collection and analysis of water samples, benthic samples, and juvenile and adult fish. Basic laboratory skills, familiarity with spreadsheet software, and some knowledge of stream ecosystems preferred.

Summer Project Manager
The successful candidate will manage the streams component of a collaborative project to assess the impacts of a large tundra fire on arctic tundra river ecosystems in the Toolik Field Station research area. Duties include monitoring physical parameters in streams and collection and analysis of water samples, benthic samples, and juvenile and adult fish. Basic
laboratory skills, familiarity with spreadsheet software, and some knowledge of stream ecosystems is essential. Prior experience in project and logistical management for fieldwork in remote areas would be highly desirable. 

Undergraduate (REU) Scholar
The successful candidate will participate in research on arctic tundra stream ecosystems in the Toolik Field Station research area. REU scholars will work closely with a senior mentor to identify a personal research project that advances the scholar's knowledge of stream ecology, hydrology, and/or biogeochemistry in the Arctic and contributes to the overall
goals of the Arctic LTER Streams research program. REU scholars will continue to interact with their mentor after the summer field experience and are expected to produce a final report on their research project by 31 December 2010.

Requirements
Applicants for the Summer Field Assistant and Project Manager positions should be recent college graduates (BS or MS) with substantial course work and/or field experience in environmental sciences. Some background in aquatic ecology, hydrology, chemistry, fish ecology, and/or ecosystems ecology preferred. Applicants for the Undergraduate (REU) Scholar position may come from any field related to environmental sciences. The ideal candidate will be a returning senior student who has completed basic courses in biology, chemistry, math, and statistics and may have completed courses in general ecology, physics, biogeochemistry, hydrology, or related disciplines.

Applicants to all positions should be in good health, capable of rigorous outdoor activity, and prepared to live in a field camp where cooperation with others is essential, personal privacy is limited, and living accommodations are spare and simple. Maturity and self-motivation are essential. Wilderness or outdoor experience is highly desirable.

Candidates for these jobs should be available to live at the Toolik Field Station for 2-3 months during June, July, and August. Travel to Toolik Field Station will be paid as well as the cost of room and board at the station. Successful candidates will be offered an hourly wage or seasonal stipend commensurate with their level of experience.

Application
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email contacts for three references to Elissa Schuett at: eschuett@mbl.edu. Alternately, hard copy applications may be sent to:

Elissa Schuett
The Ecosystems Center
Woods Hole, MA 02543

Clearly indicate the position(s) for which you wish to be considered.
Some applicants may wish to be considered for the Summer Field Assistant and Project Manager positions.

Positions will remain open until filled.

For further information, please contact:
Elissa Schuett
Email: eschuett@mbl.edu