M.S. and Ph.D. Graduate Assistantships – Fisheries Research: University of Georgia

School: University of Georgia

Location; Athens, Georgia

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Salary: Full Stipend, tuition waiver, health insurance

Start Date: 07/05/2017

Last Date to Apply: 12/15/2016

 

Description:

    Several M.S. and Ph. D. assistantships are currently available at the UGA Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources beginning any time from May-Aug, 2017. Successful applicants will join one of several new research initiatives investigating linkages between nearshore marine habitats and recruitment success of marine sportfish in the Gulf of Mexico. Students interested in biotelemetry, population dynamics, or recruitment ecology of marine sportfish (e.g., redfish, sea trout, snapper, grouper, etc.) are encouraged to apply.

 

Qualifications:

     BS (or MS for PhD post) in biology, ecology, fisheries/wildlife biology, or related area. Previous experience with field research is desirable but not required. Applicants with a GPA > 3.2 and GRE > 310 in math and verbal, combined, are competitive.

To Apply:
     Please send unofficial copies of:

(1) transcripts

(2) GRE scores

(3) Resume with contact info for three references

(4) A letter of application that specifically address how your interests and qualifications make you a good fit for a research position in the Peterson lab (publications available at: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Douglas_Peterson3)

Masters in Biological Science: University of New England, Maine

School: University of New England

Location: Biddeford, ME

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://www.une.edu/cas/biology/graduate

Salary: $20,000

Start Date: 05/01/2017

Last Date to Apply: 12/07/2016

 

Description:

     Looking for an MS graduate student to join the Perlut Lab (http://blog.une.edu/perlutlab/). This position will involve both molecular and field work focusing on a long-term study of Bobolinks breeding in agricultural fields of Vermont. The thesis topic can be shaped by the student’s interests and should include genotyping/parentage analysis from the long-term dataset. The University of New England Masters in Biological Science (http://www.une.edu/cas/biology/graduate) is a small program with a heavy emphasis on research.
      Prospective students must have experience studying birds in the field, strong interest and preferably experience working in a molecular lab, have conducted or participated in research as an undergraduate and/or after graduation, be able to meet the academic requirements listed on the program webpage, and have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.5 (to be competitive for a teaching assistantship). Interested potential students should review the lab and program webpages, and email a CV and cover letter stating your professional interests and goals, particularly noting that your can meet the criteria for acceptance into the program to nperlut@une.edu, Dr. Noah Perlut, Department of Environmental Studies, 11 Hills Beach Road, University of New England, Biddeford, ME 04005. Program application deadline is Feb 1, however, phone interviews will begin in early-December. I encourage interested people to send informal materials listed above as soon as possible. 

Qualifications:

     Prospective students must have experience studying birds in the field, strong interest and preferably experience working in a molecular lab, have conducted or participated in research as an undergraduate and/or after graduation, be able to meet the academic requirements listed on the program webpage, and have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.5 (to be competitive for a teaching assistantship).

PhD Assistantship – Carnivore community ecology: University of Michigan

School: University of Michigan

Location: Ann Arbor

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://lsa.umich.edu/eeb/people/faculty/nyeema.html

Salary: >$25,000

Start Date: 08/28/2017

Last Date to Apply: 11/23/2016

 

Description:

    Seeking PhD student to collaborate on the MESONICHE project with Dr. Nyeema Harris in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan. Sympatric species within the same guilds coexist through various mechanisms to reduce competition. In this research, we aim to elucidate how mesocarnivores partition resources as well as their sensitivities to spatial variation in biotic conditions; specifically, prey availability, parasite load, and diversity of competitor species.
    The successful candidate will be expected to collaboratively develop a project that align with MESONICHE goals. This scholar will have full access to previous data including: 1) images from remote camera surveys conducted across three distinct geographies in Michigan 2015-2016; and scat collected from carnivores and associated sympatric prey as well as reference vegetation samples to incorporate in their dissertation. Student will assist in expanding study to include an urban area and contribute to citizen science project (Michigan ZoomIN). Current prey analysis via stable isotopes and molecular identification as well as gut microbial community analysis are underway. Camera and scat surveys will continue through 2018 with additional opportunities to incorporate museum species/records, stress hormones, or animal capture. Student will receive annual stipend of at least $25,000 + full tuition waiver + health insurance.
     Interested applicants should send CV including GRE scores, transcripts, and coverletter with research interests in a single PDF by November 23. After evaluation, strong applicants would be encouraged to apply for doctoral program prior to department deadline (DEC 1). Start date is negotiable between May - August 2017.

 

Qualifications:

    A MS degree or other substantial research experience. Candidates with a publication record, molecular experience, demonstrated public engagement, and strong quantitative skills will be highly competitive. For more information please contact: Nyeema Harris (carnivores@umich.edu).

Graduate position in restoration/rangeland ecology: Utah State University

School: Utah State University

Location: Logan, UT

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Salary: $24,000

Start Date: 08/15/2017

Last Date to Apply: 03/15/2017

 

Description:

    I am recruiting a student interested in pursuing a graduate degree in ecology at Utah State University. My research emphases include plant community ecology, plant-herbivore interactions, restoration ecology, and rangeland ecology and management (http://qcnr.usu.edu/directory/veblen_kari).
The overall project is aimed at developing techniques for restoration of native plant species in alkali semi-desert areas, where restoration research historically has focused largely on non-native species. The graduate student will perform soil and vegetation mapping, followed by implementation of experiments testing establishment of native grasses, forbs, and shrubs in different types of vegetation patches and under different site preparation treatments.    

    This project is best suited for students with genuine interest in generating practical restoration approaches for land management agencies. The student will have the freedom to further develop and test broader restoration concepts including, but not limited to: 

1) Efficacy of high-effort restoration approaches (e.g., plantings vs. broadcast seeding)

2) Establishment of ‘restoration islands’ or ‘nucleation plantings’ to encourage colonization and persistence beyond the initial planting areas. A PhD student will have the most freedom to pursue these concepts (or others), given the time constraints of an MS degree.
   The project will be conducted in collaboration with Dr. Janis Boettinger (https://psc.usu.edu/htm/people/faculty?memberID=23), Dr. Tom Monaco (https://www.ars.usda.gov/pacific-west-area/logan-ut/forage-and-range-research/people/dr-thomas-monaco/), and the Pocatello Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The home base for the student will be Utah State University, which has a strong natural resources program; its location in the beautiful Cache Valley provides easy access to world class outdoor recreation. Students in my lab typically earn degrees through the Ecology Center (http://www.usu.edu/ecology/), but could alternatively earn a degree through the Department of Wildland Resources http://www.cnr.usu.edu/. 

Qualifications:

    Interested students should have a degree in ecology, biology, soil science, natural resources, or a related field. Students must be prepared to work in remote field conditions. Past independent field research experience and evidence of excellent written communication skills are strongly desired; experience working with both soils and vegetation also is desired. Minimum requirements for entry into USU’s Graduate Program are a cumulative 3.0 GPA and 40th percentile on GRE, but the most competitive applicants will exceed these minimums. MS and PhD candidates must apply to USU’s School of Graduate Studies (http://www.usu.edu/gradsch) and may be interested in applying to the interdisciplinary Climate Adaptation science program (https://climateadaptation.usu.edu/. PhD students are required to apply for the USU Presidential Doctoral Research Fellowship (https://rgs.usu.edu/pdrf/) and S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney Ph.D. Fellowships Program (announcement forthcoming).
    Before beginning the formal USU application process potential students should send:

1) a letter of interest and qualifications

2) CV

3) Unofficial transcripts

4) GRE scores

5) Contact information for three references to Dr. Kari E. Veblen (kari.veblen@usu.edu). Review of applications will begin Dec 12 and continue until the position is filled.