Field Assistants needed for studies on social behavior, physiology and survival of Belding’s ground squirrels.

[Shan Duncan]

Research will be conducted in the eastern Sierra Nevada, centered at a field station near Mammoth Lakes, CA. Work will include trapping and marking of free-living ground squirrels, behavioral observations, and collection of physiological samples. Work will begin in early July and end in early July. Previous field experience is desired, but not necessary. Assistants will be provided with transportation and room. Go to http://mateolab.uchicago.edu/fa.htm for more information including how to apply.