REU: Amphibian Disease Ecology in Panama | University of Nevada, Reno

The Voyles Lab at University of Nevada, Reno is looking for an undergraduate
student to assist with NSF-funded research through the REU program. The
research is focused on amphibian chytridiomycosis, an infectious disease
that has been linked to amphibian declines in Panama and around the world.
The REU project will focus on host-responses to infection and may help
guide
conservation strategies for amphibians in the region.

The selected student will spend 10-12 weeks in Panama conducting field and
laboratory research. The student will work collaboratively with a
postdoctoral researcher and graduate students under the guidance of Dr.
Jamie Voyles (U. Nevada, Reno) and Dr. Corinne Richards-Zawacki (U. of
Pittsburgh). The student will also have the opportunity to conduct
independent research, be involved with data analysis and writing for
publication.

Prospective applicants should note that the research often involves
considerable physical challenges, including traveling to Panama, hiking
long
distances with field equipment, backpacking and camping in remote
locations,
and working long hours in uncomfortable weather conditions.

We are looking for applicants with some or all of the following experience
and skills:
– Prior research experience in microbiology, physiology or ecology,
including laboratory and field research.
– Ability to travel internationally (i.e., holds a current U.S. passport
that will be valid for the next 6 months)
– Ability to speak Spanish
– Driver’s license and previous experience with 4-wheel drive, manual
transmission vehicles
– Experience backpacking and camping in remote locations
– Patience, a strong work ethic, appreciation for details and interpersonal
communication skills.

To apply, please send a Letter of Interest, CV, and contact information to
request three letters of recommendation to:
Jamie Voyles and Goncalo Rosa (see email contacts below).

Review of applications will begin Feb 25, 2016.

For questions an more information, please contact:

Goncalo Rosa
goncalo.m.rosa@gmail.com

Jamie Voyles
jvoyles@unr.edu

Voyles Lab (http://voyleslab.weebly.com/)