FW: Fellowships at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (f wd)

[Katherine HARLE]

FROM: pipernod at stri.org

 The Center for Tropical Paleoecology and Archaeology at the Smithsonian
Tropical Research Institute (STRI) announces 3-month fellowships in
phytolith and starch grain studies.  STRI is a bureau of the Smithsonian
Institution located in the Republic of Panama.  Candidates should be
enrolled in graduate programs and have concentrations either in
paleoethnobotany or plant-oriented paleoecology.  The fellowship will
consist of a roundtrip airfare to Panama, a stipend to cover modest
living expenses ($500 per month) at STRI facilities, and a research
allowance.  Geographic area is open and no previous hands-on experience
with phytoliths and starch grains is required.  Applications should
include a cover letter, an essay of not more than 1600 words that
discusses why you are seeking a fellowship at STRI and how it would
relate to your academic or professional development and goals, two
letters of  recommendation, copies of official transcripts, and a
curriculum vitae.  They should be sent to Dr. Dolores Piperno, Director,
Center for Tropical Paleoecology and Archaeology, STRI, Unit 0948, APO AA
34002-0948.  Applications should be received at the latest by January 31,
2002.  Applicants will be informed of the results 6-8 weeks after the
deadline.