One research fellowship on animal cognition at the pre- or post-doctoral level is available at Think Tank, an exhibit on animal thinking. The exhibit species are orangutans, Sulawesi macaques, leaf-cutter ants and terrestrial hermit crabs.
Proposed research must focus on cognition, be non-invasive, and must incorporate animal care and public education. Other species in the zoo collection may be available for comparative studies.
The stipend is $25,000 per year with the possibility of an extension past one year if funding permits. A limited research and travel allowance is available. Stipends will be pro-rated for periods of less than 12 months if required.
Applicants should send a three-page research proposal, a CV, and three letters of recommendation (including one from your thesis supervisor for pre-doctoral candidates) to:
Lisa Stevens
Curator, Think Tank
National Zoological Park
Washington, DC 20008
Applications are due by March 15.
Please direct questions to:
Lisa Stevens
202.673.4888
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