Hi Birders,

I just got this notice from one of the entomology lists I belong to and thought I would pass it along. Looks like a dream job to me. Wish I could do it myself.

If someone on the list gets the position it would be nice to hear from you.

Best wishes,
Ron McCluskey

> FIELD/LAB RESEARCH INTERN NEEDED to help study the feeding ecology of
> insectivorous forest birds in Hawaii. This work is part of the
> Biocomplexity of Avian Disease project, a 5-year NSF-funded research
> program. The intern will assist with field and laboratory research to
> understand food availability and exploitation by Hawaiian forest birds.
> The work focuses on quantifying arthropod prey abundances in tree canopy
> foliage and determining diets of birds. Lab work will primarily consist of
> processing foliage samples and identifying arthropods. Fieldwork will take
> place at 9 sites ranging from sea level to 6,000 ft elevation on the
> eastern slope of Mauna Loa Volcano, Hawaii. Opportunities to participate
> in mist-netting and banding operations, as well as work on the Palila
> project in the high-elevation forests of Mauna Kea, may also exist.
> Applicants must be in excellent physical condition, able to walk long
> distances over rugged, uneven terrain, and work in remote locations.
> Duration of the internship will range from 3 to 6 months. This is a unique
> opportunity for someone interested in avian biology, entomology and
> conservation. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: undergraduate coursework in
> ecology, ornithology, entomology, or wildlife biology; experience
> identifying arthropods; tree or rock climbing using ropes. Food and
> laundry stipend of $400 per month, dormitory-style housing, field
> equipment, and field training are provided; interns must provide their own
> airfare to Hilo, Hawaii. Days are long and fieldwork is demanding, but the
> schedule provides time for relaxation and exploring Hawaii (snorkeling,
> swimming, surfing, diving, hiking, biking). Interns live in a small rural
> community next to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, site of one of the
> world's most active volcanoes. Please send cover letter, resume, and names
> and current telephone numbers of 3 references to ROBERT PECK (Kilauea Field
> Station) via email at rpeck at usgs.gov. The position could start as early as
> 1 Oct 2004 (or ASAP).
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> Robert (Bob) Peck
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> Avian Food Ecologist
> USGS- Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center
> Kilauea Field Station
> PO Box 44, Bldg 344
> Hawai`i National Park, HI 96718
> (808) 985-6125