National Park, Peru. Dates: July 1-September 5. FLEXIBLE. Description:
This position is part of the field work of a PhD student's dissertation
research. The research will involve mist-netting and tracking of
hummingbirds as well as plant-based studies of nectar properties and
seed collection and germination. The study is based out of the Wayqecha
Biological Station. Qualifications: prior mist-netting and field
experience required. Logistics: Volunteer must purchase their own ticket
to Cuzco, Peru. However, all costs for 8 weeks of field work (food,
lodging, transportation) are covered by P.I. We will also take one week
off at the end of August wherein you can travel where you wish before
returning to the field. To apply: Please send an email to (EM:
jhazlehu@tulane.edu ) including the following information: 1) a short
statement
of interest, 2) your CV, 3) the contact information for at least one
person who can recommend you.
