Description
This research examines nutrition, behavior, and colony development in bumble bees. Using methods in experimental biology, population biology, and molecular ecology, we examine how bees respond to changes in floral resource availability and nutrition, and how this ultimately influences population-level processes and conservation efforts.
Qualifications
• Interest in animal behavior, conservation biology and/or field ecology
• Attention to detail
• Highly motivated and able to work independently
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
Project Timeline
2-4 semesters (flexible), with possible fieldwork in summer
Duties
Responsibilities may include:
– behavioral observations
– DNA extraction
– bumble bee collection/monitoring
– data management
– vegetation surveys
*Please send resume with inquiry to euglossine@gmail.com with the subject heading “Undergraduate Research Opportunity”
*Opportunity from the SURGE listserve