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Rare Plant RaMP Conservation Research Opportunity


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Academic Level:
Post-Baccalaureate

Description:
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 are encouraged to apply.

Participants will be placed at one of four renowned botanical gardens, where they will engage in hands-on research alongside dedicated mentors and esteemed Garden staff. Mentees will have the chance to contribute to impactful research on rare plants, gaining invaluable expertise and networking opportunities. Applicants should indicate their preferred home institution from the following:

-Atlanta Botanical Garden: Lauren Eserman-Campbell, Emily Coffey

-California Botanic Garden: Naomi Fraga, Carrie Kiel

-The Morton Arboretum: Silvia Alvarez-Clare, Sean Hoban

-San Diego Botanic Garden: Colin Khoury, Ari Novy, Todd Michael

Program Benefits:

-Research Experience: Participate in a year-long, mentor-led research project focused on rare plant species.

-Network-wide Meetings: Lead discussions on primary literature, research ethics, science communication, and career development.

-Workshops & Exchange Visits: Travel to academic, government, or industry labs to enhance professional growth and attend specialized workshops.

-Annual Symposium: Engage in a week-long scientific conference with fieldwork, discussions, and research presentations.

-CPC Conference: Present your research at the prestigious Center for Plant Conservation (CPC) Conference in poster format.

-Science Communication: Develop and lead a communication project to share your research with a broader audience.

-Compensation: Competitive salary with benefits, which will vary at each botanic garden based on the local cost of living.
accepts non-us citizens

Participating Institution(s):
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Atlanta Botanical Garden (Lead)
California Botanic Garden
Morton Arboretum
San Diego Botanic Garden

Program Materials:
 • Program Website 

This Program can be Described by:
Academic Disciplines:
Ecology & Evolution
Environmental Sciences
Forestry
Genetics & Genomics
Plant Sciences

Keywords:
Bioinformatics
Botany
Conservation
Plant Biology
Plant Ecology
Plant Genetics
Plant Pathology

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This program is funded by:
National Science Foundation (NSF)


Page last updated 4/3/2025
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