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Spend the summer working at the Niwot Ridge Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) project’sÌýhigh-altitude field site above Boulder, Colorado! The Niwot Ridge LTER is an integrated researchÌýcommunity in which scientists are studying animals, plants, climate, hydrology,Ìý limnology,Ìýbiogeochemistry and more with the goal of understanding ecological processes in highelevationÌýmountain ecosystems, particularly in the context of changing climatic conditions.ÌýÌý

Summer field techs work independently or with small teams on a variety of projects, includingÌýanimal and plant surveys, alpine lake sampling and meteorological instrument installation andÌýmaintenance, as well as some data entry and lab work. Positions are from late June to the endÌýof August, with some flexibility depending on availability and project needs, and will averageÌý36-40 hours per week with pay beginning at $15/hr. Daily transportation via shuttle fromÌýBoulder to and from the CU Mountain Research Station (north of Nederland) will be available.

Applicants must be able to hike and work outdoors at a high altitude in rugged and often cold,Ìýwindy, or stormy conditions. Previous experience with field work is a plus. Undergraduates,Ìýrecent graduates and graduate students in biology, ecology, environmental science, geography,Ìýgeology and related fields are encouraged to apply.Ìý

Applications are due March 30, 2020 and should include a single pdf document with (1)Ìýanswers to all the application questions and (2) CV outlining education and relevant work orÌývolunteer experience and contact information for at least two professional references. PleaseÌýname the application document as your last name and email it or any questions to:Ìýnwtfield@colorado.edu

Application Questions:

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1. Why are you interested in this position? Why do you think you would be a good fit for thisÌýjob? What will you bring to the job that other applicants may not?
2. Describe relevant experience you have through, e.g. jobs, volunteering, course work,Ìýoutdoor recreation and any outdoor safety certifications (wilderness first aide, AIARE, etc.).Ìý
3. Are you willing to work on a variety of projects as needed, including plant and animalÌýsurveys, lake sampling, instrument maintenance and implementation, and data entry/labÌýwork?
4. Are you capable of performing a physically demanding job and working outdoors at a highÌýelevation in an environment where there is lots of sun exposure and often cold, windy,Ìýstormy weather?
5. Are you able and comfortable performing tasks while aboard two-person inflatable raftsÌý(rowing, lifting anchors, and collecting measurements)?
6. Will you be available to work for 36-40 hours per week, Monday through Friday?Ìý
7. What is the earliest date you will be available to start working and the latest date you will beÌýavailable to continue working?

More information on the Niwot Ridge LTER and the Mountain Research Station here:Ìý

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