<div dir="ltr"><div><div>Dear Students,<br><br>Are you looking for a way to bridge the gap between classroom theory and hands-on practice this summer?<br><br>The SUNY Plattsburgh Department of Anthropology is excited to announce two full-time undergraduate summer research positions for an upcoming project: The Industrialization of the US and UK. </div><div><br></div><div>About the Project:<br>The Industrial Revolution profoundly reshaped global manufacturing, urbanization, and climate. However, our understanding of how these shifts impacted human health remains limited. This unique research project aims to investigate mortality and morbidity on a large scale by interweaving data from human skeletal remains with documentary evidence. We will explore the lived experiences and disease risk factors of individuals across various spatial and chronological frameworks.<br><br>We are seeking candidates for two distinct roles:<br>1)    Undergraduate Demography Researcher: Focuses on integrating demographic records, establishing spatial patterns of health via GIS tools, and investigating the impact of public health measures.<br><br>2)    Undergraduate Bioarchaeology Researcher: Focuses on integrating bioarchaeological data, developing skeletal research experience, and comparing health patterns from pre-industrial to industrial eras.<br><br>Position Highlights<br>    Dates: June 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026<br>    Pay: $16/hr (35 hours/week)<br>    Perks: Gain direct research experience and qualify for paid trips to National and International Conferences in Years 2 and 3 of the project.<br><br>Who Should Apply?<br>We are looking for current undergraduates in good standing who possess:<br>    Digital Fluency: Comfort with Excel, Google Workspace, and data organization.<br>    Analytical Curiosity: A passion for discovery and hands-on faculty-guided research.<br>    Collaborative Spirit: Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to team deadlines.<br><br>How to Apply<br>The application deadline is May 1, 2026. </div><div><div><a href="https://app.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/10979284/details" target="_blank">Undergraduate Bioarchaeology Researcher</a></div><div></div><div><a href="https://app.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/10979272/details" target="_blank">Undergraduate Demography Researcher</a></div><div></div><br><br>Don't miss this chance to contribute to a major international research effort and build your professional portfolio! If you have any questions, please reach out to Dr. Crane Kramer or Dr. Lowry.<br></div><br></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div>--</div><div><div dir="ltr"><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><b style="font-size:12.8px"><font size="2">Justin Lowry, PhD</font></b></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><b style="font-size:12.8px"><font size="2">(He, Him, Theirs)</font></b></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial">Co-Chair for the Department of Anthropology</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial">Coordinator of the Latin American Studies Program</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial">Associate Professor, Archaeology</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial">Equity Advocate, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><font size="2">305 Beaumont Hall</font><br></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><font size="2"><a style="color:rgb(34,34,34)">101 Broad Street</a></font></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><font size="2"><a style="color:rgb(34,34,34)">Plattsburgh, NY 12901</a></font></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><span style="font-size:small">(o) 518-564-4005</span><br></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><b><font size="2"><a href="https://www.plattsburgh.edu/anthropology" target="_blank">https://www.plattsburgh.edu/anthropology</a><br></font></b></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:12.8px;margin:0px;line-height:normal;font-family:Arial"><a href="https://www.plattsburgh.edu/academics/schools/arts-sciences/las/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.plattsburgh.edu/academics/schools/arts-sciences/las/</b><br></a></p><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