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This page lists postings for undergraduate research opportunities. If you are interested
in any of the following please contact the individual listed below. Further opportunities can
be found on individual faculty webpages.
Research postings can be sent to Tania Kim at
taniakim@bio.fsu.edu.
| DIS position in fly genetics: We are looking for an undergraduate student with a high degree of interest and motivation in learning how genetic and molecular methods can be applied to the investigation of basic cellular and developmental biological questions in Drosophila. An ideal candidate will grow in independence and may eventually pursue graduate training. Good work ethic and team spirit are essential for this position.
| Contact: Dr. Wu-Min Deng
Email: wumin@bio.fsu.edu
Webpage: http://www.bio.fsu.edu/faculty-wumin.php
Location: FSU
Last updated: November 4, 2009 |
| Research in the evolutionary family-tree of bivalves: We are seeking enthusiastic undergraduates interested in gaining laboratory experience
discovering the evolutionary family-tree of bivalves. Our current research attempts to
explain the evolution of two large families of bivalves, Cardiidae and Veneridae that
include the cockles and giant clams, using molecular tools. Responsibilities might
involve compiling information in our database, performing DNA extraction, PCR
amplifications, and DNA sequencing. No prior experience is necessary but dedication, self
motivation and attention to details are highly required. For more information, visit the
Steppan Lab webpage and contact Rafael Robles.
| Contact: Dr. Rafael Robles
Email: rrobles@bio.fsu.edu
Webpage: http://www.bio.fsu.edu/~steppan/
Location: FSU
Last updated: October 20, 2009 |
| Volunteer position in floral form and organogenesis research: I am looking for a volunteer to aid in the dissection and imaging of flowers for a
project aimed at describing floral evolution in a Florida native plant species (Houstonia procumbens). The work involves dissection of small flowers (< 1 cm.) and photographing them. Volunteers must be attentive to detail, have patience for tedious work, and be capable of manipulating small specimens with extreme care. No prior experience necessary. Other tasks may involve preparing specimens for microscopy and potentially field work collecting specimens. Interested parties should send a short statement summarizing your motivation for interest in volunteering with this project, including any pertinent experience or coursework.
| Contact: Eric Jones
Email: ejones@bio.fsu.edu
Location: FSU
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| Specialists with the NOAA-NMFS-PIFSC Coral Reef Ecosystem Division in Hawaii: JIMAR PIFSC MARINE ECOSYSTEMS RESEARCH SPECIALIST A & B (LEVEL I). ID#
29425. Joint Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research. (8) Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service positions with the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Joint Institute for Marine and
Atmospheric Research (JIMAR), located at the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center (PIFSC) in Honolulu, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, and availability of funds. Minimum Monthly Salary: $2,868/Mo. Duties: Works with the Coral Reef Ecosystem Division's (CRED's) multi-agency, multi-disciplinary program to support marine ecosystem research and conservation efforts, including surveys of fishes, corals, algae, invertebrates, marine debris, oceanographic conditions, and benthic habitats. Works with the Principal Investigators to process, analyze, and summarize data from various coral reef research surveys and
conservation projects. Prepares and analyzes summary statistics, presentation graphics, and reports of coral reef research and monitoring
efforts. Participates in research cruises and marine ecosystem surveys to assess, monitor and mitigate threats to the coral reef ecosystems of
the U.S. Pacific Islands. Assists with all operational phases of the program to support this research, including planning, implementation, analyzing and reporting. Prepares scientific reports for publication and
presentation. Prepares and delivers presentations as part of the program's education and outreach efforts. "Type A" incumbents will have SCUBA Diving responsibilities. "Type B" incumbents will not have SCUBA Diving responsibilities. Assignment to "Type A" or "Type B" will be based on the ability to pass post-offer National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) Dive Certification requirements. Closing Date: October 30, 2009. EEO/AA Employer. For more details or to apply please go to www.rcuh.com - "Employment" and enter the ID #.
| Contact: Higa Lee
Email: Lee.Higa@noaa.gov
Webpage: www.rcuh.com
Location: Hawaii
Last updated: October 20, 2009 |
| Computational Problems in Mammalian Genomics: Looking for an Undergraduate DIS student with sufficient familiarity with R, Matlab, Perl, as well as basic knowledge of DNA structure, chromosomes and chromatin to assist in the analysis of large genomic data sets aimed at understanding higher order organization of chromosomes in the nucleus and their relationship to stem cell differentiation, including the use of cross-species comparisons to identify evolutionarily conserved features. Contact Dave Gilbert (gilbert@bio.fsu.edu) for more information | Contact: Dr. Dave Gilbert
Webpage: http://gilbertlab.bio.fsu.edu/index.htm
Location: FSU
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| DIS in Diversification of Muroid Rodents: We invite undergraduates to conduct laboratory-based research that investigates the causes of species diversification in Muroid rodents. Muroid rodents comprise approximately 1/3 of the species diversity of all mammals. Our project aims to elucidate the evolutionary processes that have generated this remarkably diverse group. Work will primarily involve DNA extractions, PCR amplifications, managing DNA sequence data, and analyzing data in a phylogenetic framework. Prior laboratory and data analysis experience is not required, however, we seek someone who is self-motivated, committed, and detailed oriented. Interested students should visit the Steppan Lab webpage below and contact jschenk@bio.fsu.edu for further information. | Contact: Dr. John Schenk
Email: jschenk@bio.fsu.edu
Webpage: http://www.bio.fsu.edu/~steppan/
Location: FSU
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| Volunteers for Flatwoods Salamander Habitat Restoration Project: Undergraduate volunteers
needed to enter a massive data set into a computer data base. Must be enthusiastic, self
motivated, and have attention to detail. Hours are flexible to fit help fit your
schedule. Opportunities for students to get further involved with project, including
field work in the spring semester. DIS may be possible. Please send cover letter and CV
to the contact listed below:
| Contact: Kenny Wray
Email: kwray@bio.fsu.edu
Location: FSU
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| DIS in Apalachicola oyster research project: Spring 2010. Undergraduates are encouraged to apply for this position studying oysters in Apalachicola Bay, FL. This work will involve one to three full days per month and will involve boat trips in the Bay in potentially uncomfortable outdoor conditions (depending on weather). Students must be available for one full weekday (must be a Mon.-Thurs. - Fridays won't work) each week. Prior research experience is a plus but isn't required, and you need to enjoy working outdoors. Please send an email expressing your interest to conduct this research to Laura Petes at lpetes@bio.fsu.edu.
| Contact: Dr. Laura Petes
Email: lpetes@bio.fsu.edu
Location: Apalachicola Bay, FL
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| Field Assistants needed for restoration project: Field Assistants needed for monitoring an on-going restoration project on St. George
Island State Park in Apalachicola Bay, FL. About once a month, a full day of rigorous
field work in less than ideal conditions (extreme heat, sun and bugs) is needed from a
large group of motivated individuals. Students do not need prior experience but should
enjoy working outdoors. Please email Elise Gornish at egornish@bio.fsu.edu for details. | Contact: Elise Gornish
Email: egornish@bio.fsu.edu
Location: St. George Island State Park
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| DIS in Early Life History Analysis of Fish: Spring 2010
Interested undergraduates are invited to apply for a position
analyzing fish early life history. The position involves analyzing
fish ear-bones (ototiths). Otoliths are laid down on a daily basis,
and can be used to obtain information on pelagic larval duration,
settlement dates, and growth rates. The chosen applicant will learn
dissection, mounting, and imaging techniques, as well as image
analysis programs. Applicants should be highly motivated, and able to
work alone well as well as with a partner. Preference will be given to
students interested in continuing the project additional semester(s).
Send a letter of interest and CV to Katie at klotterhos@bio.fsu.edu
| Contact: Katie Lotterhos
Email: klotterhos@bio.fsu.edu
Location: FSU
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| DIS in symbioses of marine invertebrates: DIS opportunity for motivated and interested
undergraduate seeking research and publication experience. Project is a literature based
review of the morphology and host-associations of symbiotic zoanthids which is intended
for publication. Applicants should have working knowledge of the FSU library system,
interlibrary loan, WorldCat, and have strong writing and language skills. Fluency in
German required and experience translating German to English desired. French fluency is
a plus. Applicants should send CV and letter of interest to swain@bio.fsu.edu
| Contact: Tim Swain
Email: swain@bio.fsu.edu
Location: FSU
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| DIS Internships at the Tallahassee Museum: The Tallahassee Museum has internships available for biological science students at FSU working in our natural habitat zoo. This DIS internship requires 10 hours a week. We are looking for people to volunteer 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Monday - Sunday assisting the animal keepers with habitat and cage cleaning, diet preparation, feeding and medicating animals, and other duties assigned by the animal staff. You must be dependable and willing to work outside and get dirty. This internship will provide valuable hands-on experience for anyone interested in animal science and medicine, zoo employment, wildlife management, etc.
If all the morning shifts become filled, I will also be looking for afternoon volunteers from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
If interested please contact Suzie Buzzo at 575-8685 or email us at tmhnszoo@nettally.com to set up an interview.
| Contact: Suzie Buzzo
Email: animals@tallahasseemuseum.org
Phone Number: 850-575-8685
Webpage: http://www.tallahasseemuseum.org/
Location: The Tallahassee Museum
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| Herbarium Volunteer: There are volunteer opportunities in FSU's Robert K. Godfrey Herbarium. The herbarium is a museum-quality collection of over 200,000 plant specimens. Most of these document the distribution and natural variation of the 2,400 species of flowering plants, ferns, conifers, and cycads found in northern Florida-one of North America's biodiversity hotspots. Volunteers will be trained to mount new specimens and/or re-file specimens. A commitment of at least 3 hours per week for 1 semester is required. | Contact: Dr. Austin Mast
Email: amast@bio.fsu.edu
Webpage: http://herbarium.bio.fsu.edu/
Location: Robert K. Godfrey Herbarium
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| Marine Certificate Program: The Certificate Program in Marine Biology is designed to prepare you to enter the workforce or graduate school (M. Sc. or Ph. D.) in a marine-related field in basic or applied science, from conservation to natural resource management. The highlight of the program is an undergraduate research experience that provides hands-on internship opportunities in marine biology with a marine scientist mentor. The goal is to increase your awareness of the great issues and challenges of marine science and conservation and to have you experience the thrill of making real contributions to advancing scientific knowledge. Refer to the URL for further information | Contact: Dr. Felicia Coleman
Email: coleman@bio.fsu.edu
Webpage: http://www.bio.fsu.edu/coleman_lab/certificate_program.html
Location: FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
| Undergraduate Research-College of Medicine: Undergraduate research experience provides a means by which undergraduates can participate in, and meaningfully contribute to, the research programs of the faculty in the FSU College of Medicine. In addition to providing valuable technical training, such research experience affords students a better understanding of science as a career. This experience can prove invaluable in helping students to plan and prepare for their own post-baccalaureate careers – whether in research, medicine or industry. Please refer to the URL for further information. | Contact: Mike Blaber
Email: blaber@sb.fsu.edu
Webpage: http://med.fsu.edu/biomed/undergraduate/default.asp
Last updated: October 14, 2009 |
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