CALLING ALL UNDERGRADS:
the Healthy Headwaters Lab is recruiting!
(1) Oustanding Scholars positions (2 positions) – We have two more positions left to fill through the Outstanding Scholars program. This paid opportunity through the University of Windsor will provde 85 hours of work experience in one of two roles:
a. Benthic Biomonitoring – Learn how to process and identify benthic invertebrates from local waterways. May involve fieldwork, and must love bugs!
b. Indigenous Storytelling and Sci-comm – Knowledge comes in many forms and this position will create opportunities to amplify storytelling and Indigenous ways of knowing in scientific research on freshwater restoration. Creative geniuses are encouraged to apply!
(2) Undergraduate Thesis students (2 positions) – We have two more projects available for a motivated undergraduate student looking to gain critical research skills. Thesis students can be enrolled in either BIOL4904, ENV4900 or FRSC4900.
a. Vegetational biodiversity of agricultural drains – this project will explore and analyze datasets from field surveys on vegetational biodiversity. The student will compare digital images with experts and digital apps to help identify the rich plant communities of Essex county. The student will learn biodiversity skills, multivariate stats, critical writing skills and participate in field work!
b. Benthic macroinvertebrate biodiversity of Windsor-Essex – this project will compare benthic macroinvertebrate samples collected from a range of human-impacted sites (urban, agricultural) and contribute to a growing database on stream biodiversity in the region. The student will learn benthic biodiversity identification, multivariate statistical analyses, critical writing skills and participate in field work!
(3) Indigenous Students – Our lab’s Indigenous Knowledge Circle Ode’imin is a place to nourish and support Indigenous scientists and communities in holistic and partnership-based research. We are always looking for young minds, emerging leaders and the gifts they bring into our lab and the work we do. Share your gifts, interests and passions with us and we will find amazing ways to work together.
Interested students should email a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript to Catherine.Febria@uwindsor.ca by FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU 😌
(not sure if you’re eligible? email us anyways!! we’re happy to answer any questions you might have)
