UMD GEOG Department: Campus Forest Carbon Project Student Researcher - application due 1/20/2021

This could count as ENST389 if an ENST student submits their proposal on our website. Position Description: We are looking for one undergraduate researcher to join our team. Undergraduate students will lead the development of all proposed deliverables with support from a faculty member, postdoctoral scholar, and graduate student with experience implementing this work at larger spatial scales. When working, student researchers will have access to the computational resources of the Department of Geographical Sciences, allowing students to work in a collaborative and research-focused, professional environment. Specifically, we will provide access to the Department’s Global Ecology Lab, to maximize student interaction with faculty, graduate students and staff. Applicants should be comfortable working independently and in coordination with a research team. In addition to developing the methodology, students will also draft a report of their findings and participate in a campus talk/showcase where they can present their work to the campus community and discuss the implications of including land-based carbon in the carbon budget. Required Skill Set: ● Experience with ArcGIS ● Ability to work independently and in coordination with a research team ● Strong writing and analytical skills ● Strong oral communication skills ● Programming experience with Python or R (preferred) Required Application Materials: ● A brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position ● Resume/CV ● A copy of your unofficial transcript ● Contact information for two references who can speak to your work ethic and prior research or work experience Internship Term: 10/hrs per week during Spring 2022, with potential opportunity for renewal Compensation: $13/hr Application Deadline: Thursday, January 20, 2021 All questions and application materials can be sent to Camille Hoffman Delett at choffma5@umd.edu. Please put “Campus Forest Carbon Project Application” and your name in the subject line of the email. Full details are here: https://geog.umd.edu/project/campus-forest-carbon-project