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Student Research Technician-Ecohydrology
The University of Florida Ecohydrology Lab (https://ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu/Ecohydrology/) is seeking a student research technician to assist with multiple research projects in North Florida streams, forests, lakes, and wetlands during the Fall 2024 semester. The selected candidate should have an interest in hydrology and natural resources and will assist with field (e.g., data downloads from field sensors and water sample collection) and lab (e.g., sample processing, data entry, and sensor calibration) efforts. Interested candidates should have at minimum one full day of availability per week to help with fieldwork. Compensation will start at $15 an hour.
Forest and Farm Helper
We operate a family farm in northern Alachua County and seek one additional part-time employee. Tasks include forestry (pine plantation management), restoration (longleaf pine savanna), and agriculture (pecan grove). The work requires walking, lifting, and use of hand and power tools. In addition to routine labor chores, the job provides an opportunity to learn about machine operation and maintenance, safe application of herbicides, wildflower seed handling, and prescribed burning. The employee would have to provide their own transportation to and from the farm, located 27 miles north of the UF campus. Pay is $13.00 per hour. No prior experience is required. If interested, please contact Dr. Jack Ewel at jackewel99@gmail.com.
Part-Time (OPS) Student Assistant -- Programming
Dr. Henry Hochmair, Professor of Geomatics in the School of Forest, Fisheries and Geomatics Sciences, is seeking a graduate student for a part-time programming position to contribute to a funded project focused on simulating the tunneling behavior of subterranean termites. The project aims to develop a stochastic lattice-based gas model to simulate termite foraging patterns beneath the surface in search of food resources. The project is set to be completed by April 2025 and will involve programming in Python or R.
Project Overview:
Previous laboratory studies with planar foraging arenas have provided valuable insights into tunnel construction mechanics and the factors influencing tunnel geometry. Using this empirical data (e.g., branching angles), the model will simulate termite tunneling patterns from a colony introduction point, interacting with bait stations and determining the first interception time.
Key Responsibilities:
• Model Development: Implement a stochastic lattice-based gas model to simulate termite tunneling behavior.
• Temporal Visualization: Develop a dynamic visualization to display the tunneling process over time within the lattice environment.
• Model Validation: Conduct statistical comparisons between the simulated tunnel network characteristics and those observed in earlier laboratory studies, including analysis of arena timelapse videos.
Requirements:
• Proficiency in Python or R.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an interest in ecological modeling.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate on an interdisciplinary project.
Additional Details:
• Hours: Flexible, part-time with negotiable weekly hours.
• Compensation: Hourly pay rate is negotiable based on experience.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Dr. Henry Hochmair
Professor of Geomatics
email: hhhochmair@ufl.edu