Biobehavioral Research Internship
Hiring Organization:
The Mannheimer Foundation, Inc. / Haman Ranch
Date Posted:
2008-02-13
Position Description:
The Biobehavioral Research Internship (BRI) provides graduate and post-doctoral students in the behavioral and biological sciences the opportunity for nonhuman primate research experience. In particular, Interns will focus on improved understanding of the physiological, environmental, and life history factors that influence and constrain non-human primate behavior. Interns will develop practical knowledge and expertise to transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. Interns will be encouraged to apply their academic knowledge to focus on practical problems in colony management and veterinary contexts. Interns will receive training at two different non-human primate facilities that include more than 4,000 socially housed non-human primates and will receive training from a faculty of experienced Ph.D. and D.V.M. researchers who will provide intensive research instruction.
The Biobehavioral Research Internship includes four major components: 1) an introduction to macaque behavior and behavioral observation data collection, 2) psychological wellness and environmental enrichment training, 3) research training from project development to manuscript preparation, and (4) technical training in basic veterinary techniques and biological data collection. Interns will be required to collect data on an assigned biobehavioral research project, conduct an analysis, complete a background literature review, and draft a publishable manuscript or brief communication based on the results of their project. Results will be presented to full staff and may be presented at a professional meeting.
Qualifications/Experience:
Applicants with interest in the veterinary, biological, or behavioral sciences are encouraged to apply. Graduate Intern applicants must have completed a B.S. or B.A. degree with an overall graduate point average greater than 3.0 at the time of application. Graduate Intern applicants must have completed an animal behavior course or have prior experience working with non-human primates. Post-doctoral Intern applicants must have completed a Ph.D. or D.V.M. although A.B.D. students are also welcome to apply pending completion of their course of study. Computer skills and prior statistical coursework are encouraged for all applicants.
Salary/funding:
Salary dependent on education and experience.
Support
provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Low cost / no cost housing available.
Term of Appointment:
6 Months; Renewable to 1 year.
Application Deadline:
Applications should be received 3 months prior to proposed start date.
Comments:
Applications should include a letter of intent, 3 letters of recommendation, and an unofficial copy of college transcripts. Materials can be sent via mail to the address below or via email to suehowell@bellsouth.net. A health history and a recent negative TB test within the last 6 months will be required. All applicants must be eligible for U.S. employment.
Contact
Information:
Sue Howell
P.O. Box 1235
Clewiston, FL 33440
USA
Telephone Number:
(863) 983-6003
Fax Number:
(863) 983-4608
E-mail Address:
suehowell@bellsouth.net
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