Getzville, NY

Position Title: Interdisciplinary Research Experience for Undergraduates in Atmospheric and Geological Hazards

Organization: University of Buffalo

Location: Getzville, NY

Position Overview: The REU program run through the UB Geologic and Climate Hazards Center is a 10-week summer program at the University at Buffalo North Campus. Student participants are paired with primary and secondary supervisors who are domain experts in different fields to work on a research project based on the climate, geologic and atmospheric hazards topics listed above. The primary goal of this project is to equip undergraduate students with the skills needed for interdisciplinary research with a focus on climate and natural hazards. Students will also participate in weekly meetings intended to help them learn science communication and presentation skills, how to identify potential mentors, how to apply to graduate school, and the basics of proposal writing, among other professional development skills.

Qualifications:

• Interested in pursuing a career in scientific research (prior research experience is not required).
• U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its outlying possessions.
• Preparing to enter their sophomore, junior or senior year at the time of the program in an undergraduate degree program with a focus in the climate and geohazards.

Start/End Dates: May 27 – Aug 2

Salary/Pay: $7000 Stipend over the 10-week period. 

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

How to Apply: Please use the online application to view the full job description as well as how to apply.