Summer Science Intern in Tropical Plant Diversity Research and Conservation
About The Position
The Summer Science Intern, working in Tropical Plant Diversity Research and Conservation, will work with a Scientist in the Center for Biodiversity and Evolution, will assist a grant-funded project focused on documenting and clarifying tropical plant diversity by performing tasks in the office, herbarium, laboratory, and library. The intern will work with plant collections gathered by the project in Colombia. This position is intended for a student interested in gaining hands-on experience and instruction in herbarium- and laboratory based biodiversity research
Requirements
- Good organizational skills
- Familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet software
- Ability to work independently with periodic supervision
- Ability to work collaboratively and responsibly using shared lab space and resources
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience doing molecular lab work
- Writing and/or graphics skills
- Demonstrated interest in biodiversity studies
- Spanish language skills
Responsibilities
- Herbarium specimen processing and data entry
- Data collection from the library and biodiversity data portals
- DNA extraction and quantification from plant collections
- Development of content for outreach and conservation products
- Possibility to pursue independent research
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
