Overview

The Summer Research Fellow (SRF) at Huyck Preserve is an integral part of the summer research season at Huyck Preserve. The SRF is a seasonal position for a Ph.D scientist who conducts on-site independent research, acts as the primary mentor for undergraduate students participating in the Preserve's Odum Internship in Field Ecology (mid-June through mid-August), and leads the Preserve’s Thursday Lecture Series. Fellows are also encouraged to participate in one of the Preserve’s many public outreach programs to share their research with the greater community. Ph.D. level researchers at all stages of their careers are encouraged to apply.

Status: Not Accepting Applications at this time. Check back at a later date for more information.

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Position Description

The Huyck Preserve and Biological Research Station is pleased to offer a summer research fellowship of $10,000 plus residency and station fees for Ph.D. level researchers in any science discipline that can benefit from research station experience. The Fellow will conduct on-site independent research, act as the primary mentor for undergraduate students participating in the Preserve's Odum Internship in Field Ecology (mid-June through mid-August), and lead the Preserve’s Thursday Lecture Series. Fellows are also encouraged to participate in one of the Preserve’s many public outreach programs to share their research with the greater community. Preference will be given to individuals and projects with the potential to develop into long-term research activities at the Preserve. Ph.d. level researchers at all stages of their careers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conducting an on-site independent research project
• Selecting and mentoring the four undergraduate Odum Interns in Field Ecology (provide training in scientific inquiry, methodology, analysis, writing and implementation of original research projects).
• Lead the Preserve’s Thursday Lecture Series with assistance from the Executive Director
• Assisting the Executive Director with the Annual Science Symposium in late July

Duration

The residency of the Fellowship is dependent on the Fellows research schedule, but Fellows are required to be in residence during the Odum Internship program (concentration in mid-June through mid-August) for which they are the primary mentor.  Outside of this requirement, Fellows may be in residence (staying at the Station in Bird House Cabin) May-September.

Housing

Fellows are housed in Birdhouse Cabin during their residency. Birdhouse cabin is a private cabin with a porch overlooking a seasonal creek that flows into Lincoln Pond. This family-friendly cottage with loft is equipped with a futon on the lower level and a full sized bed in the loft. A simple kitchen and a bathroom with a shower complete the cabin.

Terms

$10,000 stipend plus housing and access to all Preserve properties and station facilities. This is a one year fellowship but the Preserve has extended contracts for a second year to exceptional Fellows interested in returning for an additional year.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a natural science
• Experience in field research
• Experience in mentoring students in independent research projects
• Familiarity and comfort with a broad range of field research tools and methods

Previous Senior Research Fellows

2015
Seth Bigelow, Ph.D.
Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center

2014
George Robinson, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, SUNY- Albany

2012-2013
James Watkins, Jr., Ph.D
Assistant Professor, Colgate University

2010-2011
Susan Beatty, Ph.D
Provost, Sage Colleges

2008-2009
Raka Wildova, Ph.D
Ecological Research Institute

How to Apply:

Please address inquiries about the position to Dawn O’Neal, Executive Director, at research@huyckpreserve.org.

1. Candidates should submit a complete application packet to research@huyckpreserve.org with candidate's last name_SRF_APP in the subject line: e.g. "Smith_SRF_APP." Complete application packets include:
   • A curriculum vitae
   • A statement of mentoring/teaching experience and philosophy
   • A statement of research interests that includes a brief description of how this position will enrich the candidate's research program
   • The names and contact information for two professional references
2. Additionally, two letters of support from professional references should be e-mailed directly to research@huyckpreserve.org with the candidate's last name_SRF_REC in the subject line: e.g. "Smith_SRF_REC".

The Huyck Preserve does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, disability or veteran's status.