ANNOUNCEMENTS
Christopher Tyrrell
ASPT supports the DUKE Herbarium

As a society, we are standing with The Duke Herbarium and request that Duke University reconsider the decision to divest their herbarium. We ask that you also consider adding your support by signing this petition (https://www.change.org/p/urge-duke-university-to-reconsider-closing-their-herbarium) organized by AIBS, iDigBio, NSCA, and SPNHC with the support of ASPT, ABLS, BSA, and SHC.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Christopher Tyrrell
ASPT Statement on Ukraine

Conservation

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Rare Plant RaMP Research Mentee

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The Rare Plant RaMP (Research & Mentoring for Post-Baccalaureates in Biological Sciences) program is a one-year research experience intended for individuals who have completed a baccalaureate degree and are interested in gaining research and professional development experience in botany, plant science, or conservation.

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NSF Rare Plant RaMP Research Mentee

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The Rare Plant RaMP Network invites you to apply for a rare plant conservation research opportunity offered through the National Science Foundation. Next cohort begins 08/2024!

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NSF Rare Plant RaMP Research Mentee

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The Rare Plant RaMP Network invites you to apply for a rare plant conservation research opportunity offered through the National Science Foundation. Next cohort begins 08/2024!

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Conservation Director of Research

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Responsible for the leadership and effectiveness of the Southeastern Center for Conservation (SECC) Research team, which produces world-class scientific research with important practical applications to advance plant conservation. Provide strategic leadership, in cooperation with the Vice President of Conservation & Research and Director of Applied Conservation, to set and meet program objectives and priorities. The mission of the SECC is to lead innovative strategies and partnerships to conserve imperiled plants and natural communities.

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Senior Conservation Horticulturist

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Responsible for curating the ex situ conservation collections of rare and endangered plants and ensuring the greenhouse and external staging beds’ physical structures and systems operate efficiently and effectively.

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Paid Summer REU Intern: Chicago

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The Chicago Botanic Garden hosts a paid ($6,250) ten-week summer research experiences for undergraduates (REU) program focused on the scientific fields of plant biology and conservation. Participants engage in all stages of research and build personal and professional skills throughout their projects. We are now accepting applications for summer 2023. Visit our website (https://pbcinternships.org/) to learn more and submit your application.

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2023 Marylee Everett Plant Conservation Internship

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Native Plant Trust is offering one 13-week internships focused on facilitating rare plant conservation in New England. This conservation internship offers a range of learning opportunities from coordinating with landowners and volunteers to conducting botanical surveys and processing data.

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2023 Atkinson & Lovejoy Plant Conservation Internships

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Native Plant Trust is offering two 25-week internships focused on facilitating rare plant conservation in New England. The two conservation internships offer a range of learning opportunities from coordinating with landowners and volunteers to conducting botanical surveys and processing data.

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Conservation Outreach & Education Assistant

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PRINCIPAL FUNCTION: The Conservation Outreach & Education Assistant is responsible for coordinating undergraduate and post-baccalaureate mentorship programs for the Conservation & Research Department at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. The ideal candidate will help to organize and facilitate the Department’s mentorship programs. The Conservation Outreach & Education Assistant must be creative and enjoy working on an active team that is mission-driven, results-driven, and scientifically focused. Strong organizational skills, project management experience, and experience organizing intern or mentee programs are highly desired. This position has funding for 4 years through the NSF-funded RaMP: Understanding Plant Species Rarity: Causes and Consequences from Genes to Ecosystems grant, and it will directly support that project.

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Molecular Systematics Technician 2 - Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

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The Molecular Systematics Technician 2 performs a wide range of activities supporting the ongoing work of the Biodiversity Program at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.

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2022 Marylee Everett Conservation Internship

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Native Plant Trust is offering one 13-week internships focused on facilitating rare plant conservation in New England. This conservation internship offers a range of learning opportunities from coordinating with landowners and volunteers to conducting botanical surveys and processing data.