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Funded
Grad Student Position in Evolutionary Ecology
The Hardy Lab at Auburn University (http://hardylab.skullisland.info)
is recruiting a graduate student (MS or PhD) interested in using
evolutionary simulation models to better understand how adaptation
to marginal habitats depends on genetic architecture. This is a
general question with many practical applications, for example
relating to evolutionary rescue from climate change, the evolution
of pathogenicity, and the evolution of resistance to pesticides
and antibiotics.
Some prior experience with coding would be useful, but is not
strictly required. We've taught many students to code and model
from scratch. The key thing is curiosity about how evolution
works, and an eagerness to learn and do theoretical evolutionary
research.
The Hardy Lab values diversity and social equity. Members of
groups that have been historically excluded from scientific
research are especially urged to apply.
Start date: August of 2024, or January 2025.
Close date. The position will stay open until it is filled. I will
start reviewing materials on May 1.
Support: A renewable 12-month stipend, tuition remission, and
befits.
To Apply: Start by sending your CV and a short (<1 page)
description of your research interests to Nate B Hardy (n8@auburn.edu).
If it looks like you could be a good fit, I'll reach out to
further discuss the position, and pass along more details about
applying to the AU Graduate School.
Posted 4/16/24
PhD
position at Colorado State University - Plant water relations in
Earth system models
PhD Candidate position at CSU in plant-water relations
We have an open PhD position in the Ecosystem Science &
Sustainability Department at Colorado State University to work on
plant-water relations & ecohydrology in Earth system models
starting fall of 2024 or spring of 2025. The successful candidate
will work with an interdisciplinary group on:
• Developing and testing model components that represent plant
water transport, storage, and release in coniferous forests
• Simulating ecohydrologic changes due to plant water holding
capacity
• Collecting field and laboratory measurements to guide model
parameterization and evaluation
Desired skills & qualifications:
• Previous research experience (MS preferred)
• Proficiency in coding with experience in Python, R, or Fortran
• Experience using modeling tools
• Field and research methods in one or more of the following
areas: Earth system models, plant physiology techniques,
ecohydrology theory and methodology
Motivated students interested in this opportunity should submit
1. A cover letter describing their interest in the position,
relevant experience & skills, and career goals
2. A CV that highlights relevant skills and experience
3. Contact information for three references.
Please submit materials by emailing Dr. Danica Lombardozzi (danica.lombardozzi@colostate.edu)
and Dr. Dave Barnard (david.barnard@usda.gov)
with an email subject line of "Earth Systems PhD". Applications
will be reviewed starting Friday, April 30th and the
position will remain open until filled.
This opportunity will be supported through a combination of
Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA) and Graduate Research
Assistantships (GRA) through the Department of Ecosystem Science
and Sustainability and the USDA Agricultural Research Service.
Students will join Dr. Lombardozzi's lab in the Ecosystem Science
and Sustainability Department at CSU and will be co-advised by Dr.
Barnard. Research in the lab is interdisciplinary and academic
training in ecology, environmental sciences, Earth system science,
or similar are all valued.
Posted 4/16/24
MSc
Position in Forest Entomology
The CONIFER Lab at the Canadian Forest Service - Atlantic Forestry
Centre (AFC) is seeking an MSc student with interests in forest
ecology, entomology and climate change to fill a 2-year position
beginning September 2024 (latest January 2024). The successful
candidate will be funded through the Boreal Ecosystem and
Agricultural Sciences (BEAS) program at Memorial University -
Grenfell campus. The student will be based at the AFC research
laboratory in Corner Brook, NL, located in the university's
Forestry Building. Although research will be predominantly
conduced at AFC, the student will be required to meet all
university requirements for degree completion.
Research will focus on the spruce budworm, a highly destructive
pest of eastern boreal forests and currently undergoing an
outbreak on the island of Newfoundland. The aim of the program is
to investigate insect responses to extreme spring weather events
(i.e., cold snaps), with the goal of providing knowledge to
stakeholders and end users (e.g., federal and provincial land
managers, industry and the public at large). The research will be
predominantly lab-based, although there will be a possibility for
a field component - program specifics will be co-developed by the
student and PI. Fundamental response metrics include survival,
phenology, body condition and biochemistry, with additional
possibilities based on student interest.
The successful applicant will be self-motivated and creative, with
strong communication skills (written and oral) for diverse
audiences. They should also be highly capable with regards to time
management, problem solving, and critical thinking. Previous
experience with experimental design and data analysis would also
be an asset. As a member of the CONIFER lab, the successful
candidate will be joining a federal government organization, where
dedication to inclusion, diversity and equity is essential to our
core values. Interested applicants can apply via email to Dr. Eric
Moise (eric.moise@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca).
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please include
brief cover letter, CV and 2 reference contacts.
Posted 4/13/24
Graduate position on the
ecology of Caribbean Sargassum accumulations
Applications accepted until May 1
As part of a comprehensive study of the ecology and effects of Sargassum
accumulations in the US Virgin Islands (UVI), a NASA-funded M.S or
Ph.D. positions is immediately available in the lab of Edwin
Cruz-Rivera at Morgan State University (MSU). The student will
join an active group of researchers and fellow students conducting
multidisciplinary research on the emerging environmental problems
posed by Sargassum accumulations. Summer travel to the
Caribbean for sampling and training activities is included.
Candidates from underrepresented groups in STEM are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Small scale circulation and Sargassum landings: The
selected candidate will engage in research linking sub-mesoscale
circulation features to incidence of Sargassum
accumulations for the Virgin Islands. Candidates with data
science, remote sensing, and/or hydrodynamic modeling experience
are especially welcome. While not a requirement, previous training
using drones for ecological work will be considered a strong
asset. The student will collaborate with investigators at both the
University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) and Dr. Roy Armstrong’s
group at the University of Puerto Rico.
Only US citizens and green card holders can be considered for all
these positions.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please send a CV or résumé, three recommendation letters,
pertinent unofficial transcripts, and a statement (1-2 pages)
highlighting which position you are interested in, relevant
experience and skills, and how the position will further your
future career goals. Send these materials as a single PDF to:
Edwin Cruz-Rivera, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biology and Bioenvironmental Science Program
Morgan State University
1700 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21251
Email: edwin.cruz-rivera@morgan.edu
Tel: (443) 885-2373
Additionally
The degrees will be granted through Morgan State University’s
Bioenvironmental Sciences (PhD), or the M.S in Integrated
Sciences, Program. Information about these interdisciplinary
programs, organization, and requirements is found here: https://catalog.morgan.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=2586&returnto=830
And https://grad.morgan.edu/program/integrated-sciences/?_gl=1*fzuynk*_ga*MTQ2Nzk1NjY0NC4xNjUyMzY0MTgz*_ga_T3TCY7Q7D7*MTcxMjg0NzQzMC43OC4wLjE3MTI4NDc0MzAuNjAuMC4w
Students interested must apply through Morgan State’s School of
Graduate Studies. The link is here: https://morgan.elluciancrmrecruit.com/ApplyGRAD/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fApplyGRAD%2f
Morgan State University – Maryland’s Preeminent Public Urban
Research University – is an HBCU institution with an R2 Carnegie
classification that offers more than 140 academic programs. In
this exciting time, Morgan State is embarking on a strategic plan
to grow its research capacity and attain R1 status. More
information about the university and its programs can be found
here: https://www.morgan.edu/
Edwin Cruz-Rivera, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biology and Bioenvironmental Science Program
Morgan State University
1700 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21251
Office: McMechen 115
Tel: (443) 885-2373
Posted 4/12/24
M.S.
Opportunity in Forest Ecology
A fully funded M.S. degree position is available to work with Hall
Cushman (University of Nevada, Reno) and Stephanie Yelenik (Rocky
Mountain Research Station, USFS) on a research project to assess
the influence of forest-thinning practices on the health and
growth of whitebark pine (WBP, Pinus albicaulis), a
threatened conifer that inhabits high-elevation ecosystems in the
western U.S.
The selected graduate student will join the Cushman-Yelenik group
via UNR’s Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Ecology, Evolution
and Conservation Biology (https://www.unr.edu/eecb).
Qualifications. Experience in research, forest ecology, climate
change, and statistics using R are desired.
Compensation. $24,000/year plus tuition waiver and health
insurance. All research costs will be covered.
Start Date. August 1, 2024.
Applications. To apply for this position, ASAP send a letter of
interest and CV to Hall Cushman (jhcushman@unr.edu) and
Stephanie Yelenik (stephanie.yelenik@usda.gov).
The official deadline for Fall admission to the EECB program has
passed, but an exception will be grated for this position.
About UNR. Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is a
land-grant public institution with ~20,000 students. The
university is classified as an R1 institution by Carnegie, in
recognition of its “very high research activity.”
About Reno. Reno is located on the western edge of the Great Basin
and the eastern slope of Sierra Nevada Mountains. With its
elevation ranging from 4,400 to 6,000 feet, the city has a
population size of ~270,000 and is home to a diverse cultural and
artistic community. Reno offers exceptional access to outdoor
activities including skiing, climbing, hiking, and mountain
biking. It is located ~45 minutes from Lake Tahoe, 3 hours from
Yosemite National Park, and 3.5 hours from San Francisco. Outside
Magazine included Reno in its list of 12 Best Places to Live in
the U.S. (2019) and 15 Happiest Places to Live in the U.S. (2023).
J. Hall Cushman, Professor
Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science
Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Ecology, Evolution &
Conservation Biology
University of Nevada
Reno, NV 89557
Posted 4/11/24
Funded
M.Sc. position at St. Francis Xavier University (Canada)
The Bishop Laboratory at St. Francis Xavier University (Canada)
invites applications for a funded M.Sc. position to study
specificity in partner choice and latitudinal patterns of symbiont
diversity in an algal-salamander mutualism.
Program: https://www.stfx.ca/department/biology
Start Date: September 2024
Location: Antigonish (Mi’kma’ki, unceded territory of Mi’kmaw
People), Nova Scotia, Canada
Funding: Minimum stipend of CAD$ 23,000/annum for 2 years
The project: Recurring partner choice is a fundamental aspect of
all symbiotic mutualisms having horizontally transmitted
symbionts. High specificity (i.e. a narrow range of partners) in
mutualisms can stabilize co-operation between symbionts and hosts,
but for many mutualisms, there is undescribed or unexplained
variation in symbiont identity. Many mutualisms exist along
latitudinal gradients, and among different mutualisms, there is
conflicting evidence as to whether partner choice varies along
those gradients. The project will use next-generation DNA
sequencing and experiments to determine the specificity of the
mutualism between unicellular green algae and egg masses of the
salamander Ambystoma maculatum along a latitudinal
gradient. The project will involve both local and non-local
collections of material as well as handling of material from, and
interaction with, collaborators in the US. The student will learn
contemporary techniques in DNA sequence analysis, ecological
theory, statistics, cell and molecular biology and
microscopy.
Qualifications: Strong academic background, including completion
of a senior research project (e.g., Honours). Educational
background in cell and molecular biology OR ecology; applicants
with a background in both are ideal. Curiosity, motivation, and
willingness to nurture independence in your work are beneficial
attributes.
To apply, please email to Dr Cory Bishop (cbishop@stfx.ca)
these documents:
(i) a cover letter detailing your academic background and how this
opportunity will advance your academic goals,
(ii) CV summarizing your work or (if appropriate) volunteer
experience, and
(iii) an unofficial academic transcript.
*Applications from persons of all backgrounds and identities are
welcome*
Posted 4/11/24
M.S.
Assistantship - Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences - Siders' lab at
the University of Florida
Position: Fully-funded 2-year Master of Science in Fisheries and
Aquatic Sciences (M.S.) graduate assistantship in the Siders' lab
(https://www.zachsiders.com)
in the Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences program, School of Forest,
Fisheries, and Geomatic Sciences at the University of Florida (https://ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu/academics/graduate/).
The stipend will be $25,600/year plus benefits with opportunities
to supplement through grants and fellowships. Graduate assistants
will be expected to TA one semester per year.
Application due date: 04/29/2024
Start date: August 2024 or January 2025
Project: This assistantship is without a strict mandate but will
focus on either 1) collecting, collating, and analyzing functional
traits for a group of taxa (e.g., sharks, freshwater turtles, reef
fish) or 2) developing best practices for use of somatic growth
models through simulation testing and application to various taxa.
A project in one of these research areas will be developed in
consultation with Dr. Siders and one that matches the interests
and skills of the applicant. Navigate to https://www.zachsiders.com/research-focus.html
to see ongoing research projects in the lab.
Qualifications: Successful applicants will have completed a B.S.
in biology, ecology, fisheries, natural resources, or conservation
biology. Prior experience with participating in scientific
research, basic coding in the R programming language, and a
demonstrated interest in community ecology and applied ecology is
required. Domestic (USA) applicants are preferred.
What you can expect when joining the Siders' lab: The Siders' lab
works on quantitative ecology and natural resource management
challenges across a variety of taxa and ecosystems. Lab members
are united by a passion for learning, improving our skills, and
collaboration. With a heavy dose of applied science conducted in
the lab, students are expected to develop as leaders of their
project before graduation and to cultivate connections with
stakeholders and collaborators. Graduate students receive support
to attend at least one scientific conference per year. The Siders'
lab is located in NW Gainesville, FL, not on the UF main-campus,
requiring a car to reasonably get to.
Applying: Interested individuals should contact Dr. Zach Siders (zsiders@ufl.edu)
by April 29, 2024 and include a one-page statement of
interest, a curriculum vitae, a list of three references with
contact information, and unofficial transcripts.
Posted 4/10/24
PhD
and MSc positions in the Conservation Solutions Lab at the
University of Northern British Columbia
The Conservation Solutions Lab at UNBC is now seeking one PhD
students and two MSc students to undertake fully funded research
intensive theses in the areas of:
1) Conservation planning. Research in this theme seeks to test
existing approaches and develop novel methods for systematic
conservation planning.
2) Cumulative impacts. Research in this theme seeks to elucidate
the ecological responses of species and ecosystems to cumulative
environmental impacts, as well as identify the last intact
ecosystems.
These are general themes, and students will have the latitude to
refine their projects based on their interests. Our ongoing work
primarily focuses on applications in Canada, South America (Peru,
Ecuador, Colombia), and pan-tropical and global scales.
Ideal students will have a strong quantitative background, a
passion for biodiversity conservation and ecological
sustainability, and a desire to work as part of a team in a
collaborative setting. In addition to a background in the
ecological sciences, valuable skills for this work are: computer
science, programming, statistics, working with big data, high
level GIS experience. Students will receive a living and tuition
stipend ($25000/yr) and access to departmental scholarships,
without the requirement to TA.
Expressions of interest should be made by May 15 for a
January 2025 start, with the potential for an earlier start.
I encourage prospective students to look at our recent
publications to get a better idea of our work and how it may align
with your interests. Papers: https://scholar.google.ca/citations?hl=en&user=Ih5f79MAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate
Contact Oscar Venter at oscar.venter at unbc dot ca to discuss
further.
Posted 4/10/24
Seeking
PhD student: physiology and remote sensing of tree stress
The Ecosystem Science and Innovation Lab at Northern Arizona
University in Flagstaff is seeking a PhD student to work on the
physiology and remote sensing of tree stress across Arizona at
novel scales. Please share!
More info and to apply online (preferred):
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3884060963,
or email me CV & cover letter (alexander.shenkin@nau.edu).
Some experience with plant physiology and remote sensing
desirable.
Thanks,
Allie
Alexander Shenkin
Assistant Research Professor
Northern Arizona University
School of Informatics, Computing & Cyber Systems (SICCS)
A: P.O. Box 5693 | Flagstaff AZ 86011 | USA
M: +1 928 225 8389
O: +1 928 523 2238
O: +1 928 523 0101 [reception]
Posted 4/10/24
PhD
position at Colorado State University in wildfire science
The Hart Lab at CSU (https://sites.google.com/rams.colostate.edu/hartlab/)
is currently recruiting one PhD student interested in processing
and using geospatial data to better inform forest and fuels
management. The successful application will collaborate with
researchers at CSU and The Nature Conservancy on a Joint Fire
Science Program funded project that seeks to understand effects of
hazardous fuel treatment reductions on landscape-level patterns of
wildfire activity, effects, and suppression operations.
Qualifications
Required
1. Bachelor's degree in forestry, geography, or a related field by
the time of appointment
2. Prior experience working with geospatial data
3. Commitment to and enthusiasm for wildfire science
4. Evidence of experience effectively working in and leading
groups
5. Evidence of persistence and ability to overcome obstacles
6. Demonstrated ability to communicate accurately and effectively,
both verbally and in writing.
Preferred
1. Master's degree in forestry, geography, or a related field by
the time of appointment
2. Prior research experience in academia or beyond
3. Strong skills in R, Python, or Google Earth Engine
4. Evidence of publishing in referred journals and/or presenting
at scientific conferences
5. Commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and
social justice in academia and/or natural resource management
Preferred Start Date
The ideal candidate will be available to start August 2024,
although candidates not available to start until January 2025 will
be considered.
Stipend and tuition
Funding for the successful applicant includes a graduate
assistantship (renewable, 12-month stipend), tuition remission,
and benefits.
Application Procedure
Please fill out the online recruitment survey (https://colostate.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5Ac6nKgwgpoQfWu)
, where you will be asked provide background information (e.g.,
undergraduate degree, institution, and GPA), describe if and how
you meet the required and preferred qualifications, and upload
copies of your CV and a 1-page statement of purpose. Additionally,
please be prepared to provide names of three references.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to
candidate.
Promising candidates will be contacted via email for further
discussion of the opportunity. Finalist(s) for the position will
be asked to submit a full application package to the Graduate
School at Colorado State University (https://graduateschool.colostate.edu/#).
Review of applicants will begin immediately. For best
consideration, please submit all materials by April 26th.
If you have additional questions about the position, please feel
free to email Sarah (Sarah.hart@colostate.edu).
Posted 4/9/24
M.S.
Graduate Research Assistantship for Nightjar Conservation and
Ecology
Title: M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship for Nightjar
Conservation and Ecology
Agency: Southern Illinois University
Location: Carbondale, Illinois
Job Category: Graduate Assistantships
Salary: 22k/year + tuition
Start Date: Aug 19, 2024
Last Date to Apply: 5/1/2024
Website: peaselab.com
Description
A M.S.-level Graduate Research Assistantship is available at
Southern Illinois University starting Fall 2024 for leading
research and conservation efforts of nightjars (eastern
whip-poor-will and chuck-will’s-widow) in southern Illinois. Like
most aerial insectivores in North America, both chuck-will’s-widow
and eastern whip-poor-will are declining, with the former
currently listed as state threatened and whip-poor-will currently
under consideration for listing. We seek a highly motivated
graduate student to lead research on estimating species
distribution and abundance in the region, with a focus on
identifying key ecological drivers of population change. The
research will occur across priority conservation areas and also
will work to understand how forest management and restoration
efforts impact the recovery of the species. Field work will take
place during spring and summer and will include deploying
Autonomous Recording Units (ARUs), conducting nocturnal point
counts, and vegetation surveys. Additionally, the student will
supplement the nightjar monitoring with insect monitoring efforts
at select areas. The successful applicant is expected to
communicate findings to state agencies and other on-going
monitoring efforts. The student will earn a M.S. in Forestry with
emphasis in Wildlife Ecology at Southern Illinois University. To
learn more about our group, visit peaselab.com
and forestry.siu.edu.
The student will be co-advised by Drs. Brent Pease (bpease1@siu.edu;
peaselab.com)
and Dr. Eric Holzmueller (eholzmue@siu.edu) in the
Forestry program at SIU.
Qualifications
The successful applicant will have (1) obtained B.S. degree in
wildlife, ecology, biology, forestry, zoology, or related fields;
(2) knowledge of regional birds by sight and sound and have
experience deploying ARUs and conducting point counts; (3)
exceptional quantitative skills and familiarity with occupancy
modeling and distance sampling for abundance estimation; (4)
knowledge of program R and spatial software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS);
(5) a driver's license and ability to conduct independent field
work in difficult conditions (e.g., steep terrain, poison ivy,
ticks, venomous snakes); (6) ability to work in a team setting and
(7) strong oral and written communication skills.
To apply please email a single PDF to Brent Pease
(bpease1@siu.edu) that includes:
1. A cover letter that describes past experiences and career goals
2. Curriculum Vitae (with GPA and GRE scores included, if
possible)
3. Undergraduate transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)
4. Contact information for 3 references
The email subject should be “MS – Nightjar Research”. Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be
received by May 1, 2024.
Contact Person: Dr. Brent Pease
Contact Email: bpease1@siu.edu
BRENT PEASE, PH.D.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, FORESTRY PROGRAM
HE/HIM/HIS
SCHOOL OF FORESTRY AND HORTICULTURE
MAIL CODE 4411
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
1205 LINCOLN DRIVE, AGRICULTURAL BUILDING, ROOM 186B
CARBONDALE, ILLINOIS 62901
BPEASE1@SIU.EDU
P: 618.453.7474
PEASELAB.COM
SIU.EDU
FORESTRY.SIU.EDU
Posted 4/5/24
Kadoorie
Farm and Botanic Garden-University of Hong Kong PhD Studentship
in Forest Restoration and Ecosystem Functioning
Apply now: funded Ph D position on forest restoration!
Contexts and Project Outline
Prior to human impact, South China would have been clothed in a
patchwork of seasonal tropical and evergreen subtropical forest.
From surviving fragments of old-growth vegetation scattered across
the region, it is inferred that these forests would have been
highly diverse, with upwards of 300 tree species forming a lofty
canopy and their seedlings plus many epiphyte, liana, shrub and
herb species forming mixed communities at different strata within.
In turn, these communities would have sustained an abundance of
birds, mammals, reptiles, insects, fungi and microorganisms.
However, written records reveal that, by the late 17th century,
Hong Kong had suffered widespread deforestation as a result of
logging and clearance for agriculture. It is likely that, with the
removal of trees, a multitude of plants and other inter-dependent
species also vanished, and that the ancient soils bound by their
roots were washed away.
The secondary forests that have regrown and which clothe more than
20% of Hong Kong today have also been subject to repeated bouts of
degradation and fire, and they thus contain a significantly
diminished array of species, many of them confined to small,
isolated and genetically impoverished populations. As we advance
on the United Nations Decade on Ecological Restoration
(2021-2030), the potential for tree-planting to mitigate climate
change and ensure the sustained provision of ecosystem services is
increasingly recognised. However, most tree-planting initiatives
consist of monocultures or limited species mixes, often of exotic
trees, and thus often do not benefit local biodiversity. In fact,
such plantations can lead to arrested succession, species
extinction, soil erosion, water table depletion, impaired nutrient
cycling, the introduction of invasive species, disrupted
pollination and increased ecosystem vulnerability to pests and
diseases, fire, flooding, downstream impacts of climate change and
other emerging challenges.
In recognition of the urgent need to conserve biodiversity and
encourage the return of resilient, self-organising forest
communities, Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden and Hong Kong
University have launched a joint initiative to grow local
scientific expertise in forest ecology and so support integrated
efforts for evidence-based ecological restoration. Drawing on
KFBG's more than two decades of applied experience in conducting
maximum-diversity reforestation, we aim to quantify how active
forest restoration of plant diversity at selected sites in Hong
Kong can help enhance habitat complexity and structure, and, as a
result, lead to improved ecosystem functioning in terms of
pollination, phenology, mycorrhizal relations, soil properties,
nutrient turn-over and carbon sequestration.
A dynamic PhD student with a passion for harnessing the potential
of restoration in a changing world is sought to investigate one or
more of these topics and generate data that will help guide
evaluation of the principles for the practice of ecological
restoration in the South China region and help provide
proof-of-concept for the attributes, sub-attributes and indicators
encapsulated in the newly developed Global Biodiversity Standard.
To do this, the student will lead field work in Hong Kong to
monitor and measure the impacts of active restoration in terms of
key parameters relevant to the particular ecological questions
selected for research; perform lab-based techniques to quantify
inter-related impacts of active restoration using samples
collected from study sites; and coordinate an evaluation of key
opportunities and obstacles for upscaling ecological restoration
in tropical Asia. The body of work compiled will contribute to the
science and practice of active forest restoration.
Details of the stipend can be found here: https://gradsch.hku.hk/prospective_students/fees_scholarships_and_financial_support/postgraduate_scholarships
To apply please send a CV, cover letter and statement of research
interests to lashton@hku.hk by the 30th
of April 2024.
Posted 4/4/24
PhD
in bat virus dynamics at the University of Oklahoma
The Becker Lab at the University of Oklahoma is recruiting a PhD
student to join a longitudinal study of virus dynamics in Belize
and Kenya molossid bats, with collaborators at the University of
Arkansas, University of Glasgow, University of Georgia, University
of Helsinki, Maasai Mara University, American Museum of Natural
History, and Lamanai Field Research Center.
The successful applicant will focus on coronaviruses and
lyssaviruses in Molossus bats in a long-term study site in
north Belize, using both fieldwork and mathematical modeling.
Fieldwork would entail seasonal sampling of Molossus at
roosts in Belize, surveys of anthropogenic roosting sites in the
study region, and PIT tagging to monitor bat behavior, while
modeling work will entail exploring different mechanisms that
drive single- and multi-population virus spread and persistence.
There will also be the opportunity to contribute to fieldwork in
Kenya (Mops bats, coronaviruses and filoviruses), specifically to
assist with a unique experimental test of how roost displacement
affects bat stress, immunity, and viral shedding.
Previous experience with bat capture and handling is desired,
while prior experience in mathematical modeling and R coding will
be highly regarded but not required. Applicants should have strong
attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and be
team oriented.
The successful applicant will be supported by at least three years
of partial research assistantships (one semester and the summer
per year), supplemented and followed by teaching assistantships.
At OU, the project will be supported by additional graduate
students and postdoctoral researchers working on Belize bats as
well as a laboratory technician to perform virus and immune
assays. The PhD student will also receive modeling training at OU
and external sources (e.g., Summer Institute in Statistics and
Modeling in Infectious Diseases).
To apply, please fill the survey on our lab join page (https://forms.gle/aiUy77sBdVPGd1Ux7),
which will remain open through April 2024. In your CV, please
include contact information for 2-3 references. We will arrange
Zoom interviews with competitive applicants, with admission into
either the OU Biology PhD or Ecology and Evolutionary Biology PhD
programs. The ideal PhD start date would be August 1 2024,
although January 1 2025 admission may be possible.
Becker Lab at OU: http://beckerlab.weebly.com/
OU School of Biological Sciences: https://www.ou.edu/cas/sbs
Norman, Oklahoma: https://www.visitnorman.com/
Posted 4/4/24
Masters
student (funded) position at City University of New York (CUNY),
Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC)
The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban
public university, and The Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC)
is a 200,000 square-foot facility in upper Manhattan (New York
City) designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five
areas of global research and innovation: nanoscience, photonics,
structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences.
The Environmental Sciences Initiative and the Advanced Laboratory
for Chemical and Isotopic Signatures at the ASRC is welcoming
applications for a masters student to advance studies related to
the dynamics and interactions of (micro)plastic materials in
terrestrial soil environments. We are using carbon stable isotopes
(13C) to study microplastic
decomposition, assimilation into biomass (phospholipid fatty
acids, PLFAs), and mineralization to end-point gases, CO2 and CH4.
Additional spectroscopy-based approaches (i.e., synchrotron-based
scanning transmission X-ray microscopy and near-edge X-ray
absorption fine-structure spectroscopy) will be used to account
for the plastics’ reactivity and association with soil aggregates.
These tools along with isotopic mass balance approaches will help
establish an understanding of plastic decomposition, and include a
modeling of their assimilation and mineralization, transformation
to lower weight products, and final conversion to carbon dioxide
and methane in soil.
This project is supported by the National Science Foundation and
includes collaborators at Columbia University, Lamont–Doherty
Earth Observatory.
Responsibilities
• Perform laboratory chemical work and analytical measurements
using mostly IRMS and GCMS
• Maintain experiments and conduct sample collection
• Analyze and interpret data
• Preparing data for presentation, drafting and writing reports
Qualifications
• BS degree in geochemistry, chemistry, soil science,
earth/environmental sciences, or other relevant fields
• Previous laboratory-based research experience is highly
desirable
• Basic understanding and/or prior use of GCMS, FTIR/Raman
spectroscopy, isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS), elemental
analysis
Compensation
The exact level of compensation for this appointment depends on
several factors but will include a combination of salary (starting
at ~$25K/year, part-time) and/or tuition waivers.
Deadline
Review of applications will start May 15, 2024.
Anticipated start date is prior to August 15, 2024.
Application
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to Dr.
Brian Giebel (bgiebel@gc.cuny.edu) in a
single pdf file:
• Cover letter (1-2 pages) that describes your experience and
motivation
• Unofficial Transcripts
• CV or resume (including accomplishments and a list of
publications, if applicable)
• Contact information (name, position, institution, email) for 2
references.
The qualified student applicant is expected to be enrolled in the
Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences Masters Program at CUNY
City College of New York and will have to submit a separate
application to this program. This must be done prior to July 1,
2024 and in coordination with Dr. Giebel.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by law.
Posted 4/4/24
Graduate
Student/Research Associate in Computer Vision and Bee Colony
Health
Full-Time Research Associate
Robbing the Poor to Feed the Rich (the Plague):
Honey Bee Robbing Behavior and Disease Implications
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Declining honey bee (Apis mellifera) colony health has been
a global concern for the better part of three decades. Such
declines have been attributed to infestation by Varroa mites,
availability and quality of pollinator habitat, and agrochemical
applications. Of these, Varroa infestation (and associated viruses
they carry) is commonly considered the leading driver of colony
declines. The spread of Varroa and other diseases between colonies
is largely driven by movements of individual bees between
colonies, typically due to “robbing” by healthy colonies of weaker
colonies. However, the mechanisms by which robbing occurs are
poorly understood with respect to triggering conditions,
timing/frequency of robbing events, proximity of competing
colonies, and the number of colonies involved in robbing. Further,
how these factors interact with environmental conditions and bee
movement capacities have been almost completely overlooked in the
literature. The successful candidate will explore how robbing
events and their triggering factors vary with respect to colony
health, proximity, and habitat conditions. This data will pair
with mechanistic models of foraging bee movements across a broad
landscape (derived from a novel, cost-efficient passive harmonic
radar system currently under development) to predict total
landscape use, conditions encountered, and resulting probabilities
of robbing events and pest spread across bee colonies. The
Mississippi State University Quantitative Ecology & Spatial
Technologies (QuEST) Laboratory and the USDA-ARS Honey Bee
Breeding, Genetics, and Physiology Unit of Baton Rouge, Louisiana,
in collaboration with the Electrical & Computer Engineering
(ECE) Department at Mississippi State University are seeking a
graduate student to investigate this topic and ultimately discover
more about honey bee robbing in order to generate best management
practices for beekeepers. This will be coupled with ongoing
projects to develop a the harmonic radar system which will allow
high detail detection of honey bee movements in the field.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This 2-year position (with possibility of funding for a 3rd year)
is through the Mississippi State University QuEST Laboratory and
the USDA-ARS Honey Bee Breeding, Genetics, and Physiology Unit.
The successful candidate will be co-advised by Dr. Garrett M.
Street (Mississippi State University) and Dr. Elizabeth M. Walsh
(USDA-ARS). The successful candidate will work closely with
co-investigators across both institutions as well as the
Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) program and Geosystems
Research Institute (GRI) at MSU to carry out the project.
Specifically, the successful candidate for this position will
collaborate with researchers at MSU and the USDA-ARS to collect
primary data on honey bee colony health, inter-colony movements,
and space use during foraging using (1) traditional apicultural
techniques and bee counting software, (2) video-based
identification of colony membership, and (3) radar-based tracking
of individual bee movement. The candidate will also be expected to
publish at least 2 peer-reviewed publications from this work,
meaningfully contribute to additional peer-reviewed publications,
and present findings in at least 2 regional or national scientific
conferences. In addition to project duties the candidate will be
provided (optional) opportunities to serve as a teaching assistant
for an undergraduate course in applications of statistics to
research in wildlife, fisheries, and aquaculture.
The position can start as early as May 2024 and will be based out
of the QuEST Lab in the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and
Aquaculture at Mississippi State University in Starkville,
Mississippi, and will spend field seasons in Baton Rouge,
Louisiana.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT
The QuEST Lab emphasizes practical skill development suitable to a
wide variety of potential career directions, including traditional
academic positions, state/federal scientific roles, policymaking,
and private/NGO careers. Over the course of this position, we
anticipate the successful candidate will develop knowledge of and
proficiency in the following.
Apicultural procedures and techniques.
Intermediate to advanced programming skills in R, Python, and/or
MatLab.
Statistical and algorithmic approaches to data analysis (including
linear, generalized linear, and generalized additive models; model
calibration/validation; and machine-learning procedures).
Scientific writing and evidence-based storytelling via the
“analytical narrative”.
Interdisciplinary project management and communication skills.
Federally funded research obligations (e.g. reporting,
accountability).
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary will be $36,000 per year, including a full benefits
package. Additionally, full-time employees at MSU are permitted to
enroll in up to 6 credit hours per semester, including in pursuit
of a Master’s or Doctoral degree.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in a STEM
field, with particular weight given to applicants with degrees in:
entomology, ecology, biology, ecology, biomathematics, applied
mathematics, statistics, or other related fields. An ideal
candidate has several combinations of — and a qualified candidate
has some experience with at least one of — the following skills: a
solid formation in mathematical biology, computer programming,
and/or spatial ecology; beekeeping or scientific work experience
with Apis mellifera; and experience using remote sensing devices.
We anticipate that training on the job will be needed for many of
these skills and we require candidates to be motivated to learn
skills they do not already have. The candidate must also have
excellent oral and written communication skills, and able to work
effectively both independently and as part of a trans-disciplinary
team. Finally, the candidate must currently possess authorization
to work in the United States and hold a valid driver’s license.
APPLICATION
Applications must include: 1) cover letter, 2) resume or
Curriculum Vitae, 3) one-page statement of interest and expertise,
4) contact information for three references, and 5) academic
transcripts, Applicants must complete an application through the
MSU HRM website, but should also email a copy of the cover letter
and resume/CV directly to Dr. Garrett Street (gms246@msstate.edu)
and Dr. Liz Walsh (Elizabeth.m.walsh@usda.gov).
TIMELINE
Application review will begin January 2024 and will continue until
the position is filled.
ANTICIPATED START DATE
Summer of 2024
TRAVEL
This position may require/allow some travel to stakeholder
meetings and to present research findings at regional and/or
national conferences (approximately 2-4 overnight trips during the
year).
CONTACT
Applicants may contact Dr. Garrett Street (gms246@msstate.edu)
and/or Dr. Liz Walsh (Elizabeth.m.walsh@usda.gov)
with any questions prior to application submission.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and gender
identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual
orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any
other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome
nominations and applications from women, members of any minority
group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse
community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
Posted 4/3/24
PhD
Student Position
Scott Franklin is seeking a student (US citizen) interested in
pursuing a PhD focused on Rocky Mountain forest dynamics at
University of Northern Colorado. We will be resampling several
plots within and around Rocky Mountain National Park to examine
changes over approximately 50 years. This will be a fully funded
PhD, complete with tuition waiver and stipend and guaranteed for
four years. I am looking for students with some skills in
multivariate analyses, GIS, and/or R programming. Additionally, I
would prefer someone with knowledge of local plant identification
and/or plant trait data collection.
The Department of Biological Sciences (https://www.unco.edu/nhs/biology/)
has approximately 50 graduate students and 300 undergraduate
students. The PhD is in Biological Education. Most PhDs are not
actually performing education research but are required to take a
few pedagogy courses.
If you are interested, please contact Scott Franklin (scott.franklin@unco.edu).
For more about me, please see my web page (https://www.unco.edu/nhs/biology/about-us/franklin-scott/lab/).
About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research
institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC'ss commitment to
education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational
force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility
Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also
committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they
need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please
visit UNC’s Career Hub, to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan,
school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging The
University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity,
inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive
community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can
thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about
race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression,
lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion,
or physical ability to honor the intersectionality of our campus.
Please visit UNC’s Career Hub to learn more about UNC’s commitment
to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse
staff, faculty, and student body.
The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in
employment or educational services against any person because of
race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability,
or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are
encouraged to apply. It is the University’s policy to prohibit
discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis
of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University
will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student
applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment
at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age,
national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative
action shall include, but not be limited to the following:
employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or
recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates
of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in
conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this
University’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
Federal regulations require that the University of Northern
Colorado retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials
will not be returned or copied for applicants.
Posted 4/2/24
Graduate
Assistantship - Jornada Experimental Range
Position Summary
The Jornada Experimental Range in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a
graduate research assistant (MS or PhD) to join our team. The
successful applicant will work with Jornada scientists, staff and
external collaborators on a funded project to assess the
effectiveness of streamflow and vegetation treatments on dust
emission from a playa surface. The project aims to understand how
aeolian-fluvial interactions respond to climate and vegetation
treatments to drive trends in local dust emission, which has
significant economic and hazards impacts along a major
transportation corridor. There are multiple avenues for the
successful applicant to contribute to the overall project through
their graduate research. The student will receive their degree
from New Mexico State University's Department of Plant and
Environmental Sciences (https://pes.nmsu.edu/) and will
be expected to produce original research for their graduate
thesis. Successful applicants should be highly motivated, creative
and be willing to work independently and as a part of a diverse,
multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications
Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in natural
resources, geography, environmental science, or a related field. A
background in aeolian processes, restoration ecology or rangeland
science is desirable, but not required. Experience (or coursework)
with ecological, meteorological and/or climatological data
analysis is also desirable.
About the Jornada
The Jornada Experimental Range (https://jornada.nmsu.edu/)
enjoys a global network of partners and collaborators as we work
to increase sustainability and resilience in rangelands.
Scientists and staff work closely with producers, land management
agencies, and non-governmental organizations to support
sustainable agriculture, land management, restoration, and climate
adaptation. We also conduct research with numerous universities
and international organizations. Students play an important role
in these efforts and gain valuable experience working as part of
large team to address complex issues. We actively support
professional development and encourage students to engage directly
with our network of stakeholders and collaborators. Many of our
students go on to a successful career with these same partners.
To Apply
Interested individuals should submit a brief statement outlining
their experience and research interests related to the position,
an unofficial copy of transcripts, and the names and contact
information of two references. Letters of reference may be
requested for finalists. Please send application materials (in a
single pdf document) or questions about the opportunity to Brandon
Edwards (bedwar4@nmsu.edu),
Jornada Experimental Range, Las Cruces, NM.
Posted 4/2/24
PhD
Position in Arctic Plant Traits and Vegetation Dynamics at the
University of Illinois
A PhD position is available in the lab of Dr. Jennifer Fraterrigo
in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences
at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) starting in
August 2024. The project will focus on plant trait distributions
in areas of thawing and degrading permafrost across northern
Alaska and is part part of a larger, collaborative effort to
determine the micro-scale mechanisms driving hot-spot and
hot-moment carbon dynamics for improving predictions of
macro-scale carbon balance in the Arctic. The position involves
field work in northern Alaska, lab work and lab experiments for
evaluating changes in leaf and root traits, and empirical
modeling. The student will also have the opportunity to work
closely with other scientists to detect plant traits with remote
sensing, investigate how plant-soil-microbe interactions influence
ecosystem and biogeochemical responses to abrupt permafrost
degradation across time and space, characterize fine-scale
heterogeneity in the environmental factors that govern carbon
dynamics, and simulate vegetation dynamics in models.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a B.S. or M.S. in ecology, biology,
environmental science or a closely related field and previous
research experience, ideally in ecology. Applicants should be able
to work independently, but also cooperatively with other
researchers. Applicants should also have a strong work ethic,
excellent communication skills, ability to problem solve,
demonstrated writing and quantitative capabilities, and a record
of leadership. Preference will be given to applicants who have
experience with vegetation sampling, characterizing plant traits,
or working in tundra ecosystems. The position will be supported
through a combination of research and teaching assistantships
(including stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance).
If interested, please send a "pre-application" as a single pdf
document to Dr. Jennifer Fraterrigo (jmf@illinois.edu) including:
a short letter explaining your background and interests, a CV or
résumé, and contact information for least 3 references. Please
enter "RA application [your surname]" in the subject field of the
e-mail. I will review these upon receipt. In order to minimize
expense and hassles for applicants, I will respond to
pre-applications to encourage/discourage full a NRES Graduate
Program application.
Our lab strives to maintain an inclusive and supportive
environment and welcomes all applicants regardless of race,
religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical
ability, veteran status, or socio-economic status.
Posted 3/26/24
M.S.
Graduate Research Assistantship for Osprey Conservation and
Ecology, University of Illinois Springfield
An MS-level Graduate Research Assistantship is available for
participating in research and conservation of osprey, currently a
state-threatened species, in Illinois. The Graduate Research
Assistantship will be for two years with a 16 August 2024 start
date. The assistantship will provide tuition waiver, stipends for
the spring and fall semesters, summer income as a field
technician, and research support. The selected student will assist
with an osprey re-establishment project in central Illinois that
involves field work, with a MS thesis project addressing either
population viability analysis for recovery or osprey migration
strategies and movement ecology.
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:
1. Background in ecology and conservation.
2. Strong writing skills and quantitative skills.
3. Coursework and extensive use of GIS and statistics.
4. High academic performance.
5. Experience or interest working with raptors.
6. Endurance for long field season.
7. Strong work ethic and keen attention to detail.
Interested applicants should send the following (via email) to Dr.
Tih-Fen Ting at tting1@uis.edu as soon as
possible, no later than 22 April 2024. Review of
applications will start immediately, until the position is filled.
1. Cover letter addressing background, extent of qualifications,
and research interest.
2. Resume including contact information for three references.
3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copy acceptable).
Suitable candidates will be encouraged to submit a formal
application to the Graduate Assistantships program. Please do not
hesitate to contact me at tting1@uis.edu
if you have questions.
Tih-Fen Ting, Ph.D.
Director, School of Integrated Sciences, Sustainability, and
Public Health
Acting Program Lead, Environmental Studies
College of Health, Science, and Technology
University of Illinois | Springfield
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 206-7876
tting1@uis.edu
https://www.tinglabuis.org/
Posted 3/23/24
M.S.
Graduate Research Assistantship for GIS/GeoAI and Environmental
Monitoring, University of Illinois Springfield
An MS-level Graduate Research Assistantship is available for
participating in one of the several projects utilizing GeoAI for
surveying or monitoring. The Graduate Research Assistantship will
be for two years with a 16 August 2024 start date. The
assistantship will provide tuition waiver, stipends for the spring
and fall semesters, summer income as a field technician, and
research support. The selected student will be co-advised by Dr.
Yun Zhao and Dr. Tih-Fen Ting. Potential projects include:
habitat management and restoration; monitoring of invasive
species; and wildlife conservation.
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:
1. Background in ecology, conservation, environmental science, or
computer science.
2. Strong writing skills and quantitative skills.
3. Coursework and extensive use of GIS and statistics.
4. High academic performance.
6. Endurance for field work.
7. Strong work ethic and keen attention to detail.
Interested applicants should send the following (via email) to Dr.
Tih-Fen Ting at tting1@uis.edu as soon
as possible, no later than 22 April 2024. Review of
applications will start immediately, until the position is filled.
1. Cover letter addressing background, extent of qualifications,
and research interest.
2. Resume including contact information for three references.
3. Transcripts (unofficial or scanned copy acceptable).
Suitable candidates will be encouraged to submit a formal
application to the Graduate Assistantships program. Please do not
hesitate to contact me at tting1@uis.edu
if you have questions.
Tih-Fen Ting, Ph.D.
Director, School of Integrated Sciences, Sustainability, and
Public Health
Acting Program Lead, Environmental Studies
College of Health, Science, and Technology
University of Illinois | Springfield
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 206-7876
tting1@uis.edu
https://www.tinglabuis.org/
Posted 3/23/24
PhD
Position in Plant-Insect Interactions at Texas Christian
University
*PhD position*:
A fully funded graduate research assistantship position (funded by
teaching assistance) is available in the lab of Dr. Annika Nelson
in the Department of Biology at Texas Christian University (TCU)
starting in August 2024. The project will be centered on the
population and community ecology of plant-insect or insect-microbe
interactions. The project is designed to give the student
opportunities to learn and apply techniques from field ecology,
chemical ecology, and/or microbial ecology to answer questions
about the ecology and evolution of mutualisms involving plants and
insects. Opportunities for both field and lab work are available
and will depend on student interest. Applicants should send a CV,
a cover letter describing their research interests and reasons for
applying, and the names and contact details of THREE potential
referees to Dr. Annika Nelson (annikasn@uci.edu).
For more details on the Department of Biology at TCU and the
graduate program, please see https://cse.tcu.edu/biology/graduate-programs/index.php
For more information about the type of research that will be done
in the Nelson lab, please see https://annikanelson.weebly.com/
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=zozBz40AAAAJ&hl=en
Dr. Annika Nelson
Incoming Assistant Professor (starting August 2024)
Department of Biology
Texas Christian University
2800 S University Drive
Fort Worth, Texas 76109
940-368-9081
Qualifications
The candidate should have or be expected to have (by August 2024)
an undergraduate degree in biology or related discipline with a
minimum GPA of 3.0. Previous research experience, ideally in
ecology or a related field, is required. Interested applicants
should send a CV, a cover letter describing their research
interests and reasons for applying, and the names and contact
details of THREE potential referees to Dr. Annika Nelson (annikasn@uci.edu).
Review of applicants will begin immediately.
Posted 3/23/24
MS
student position
Masters Student position in Biology (Southeast Missouri State
University) investigating the impact of essential fatty acids
subsidies from aquatic habitat on upper trophic levels of
terrestrial food webs. This project will focus on the impacts of
essential fatty acids on immune function of upper-level consumers.
This position will be supported by a teaching assistantship and
will have a tuition waiver. Summer funding is also likely.
Please email a copy of your CV, cover letter, and unofficial
transcripts to Dr. Kelley Fritz (kfritz@semo.edu).
Review begins immediately and will continue until the position is
filled.
Dr. Kelley A Fritz
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Office: Rhodes Hall 202
Posted 3/22/24
Two
Graduate Assistantships (Ph.D.) to Study Climate Change Impacts
on Rural Communities
The Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences at the University of
Idaho (Moscow, ID) is recruiting two Geography Ph.D. students to
conduct research related to human adaptation to, and perceptions
of, climate change. The successful applicants will work with a
team of scientists from Idaho, Nevada, and South Carolina as part
of a National Science Foundation funded 4-year project focuses on
Local and Place Based Adaptation to Climate Change in Undeserved
Rural Communities. One PhD student will focus on remote sensing
and spatial analysis of environments under change and the second
will focus on climate science, modeling, and visualizations.
Please submit inquiries directly to Dr. Alistair Smith (alistair@uidaho.edu)
and Dr. Erich Seamon (erichs@uidaho.edu).
Positions include a competitive research assistantship
(~$30,000/year), health insurance, and full tuition covered, with
an anticipated start of August 12, 2024.
Posted 3/21/24
Masters
in Conservation and Restoration (MCRS) Graduate Program at
UC-Irvine accepting applications for Fall 2024
Are you or do you have students or colleagues who are interested
in a career as a leader in the conservation and management of
natural resources?
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and the Center
for Environmental Biology (CEB) at the University of California,
Irvine, are accepting applications for our professional,
field-based Masters in Conservation and Restoration Science (MCRS)
graduate program providing training for students interested in
careers in the research and management of our terrestrial and
marine natural resources. The MCRS degree provides students with
the academic and professional skills needed to study, protect, and
conserve natural resources and to hold leadership and management
positions in environmental fields related to conservation,
restoration, and sustainability.
For more information, visit the MCRS webpage (http://mcrs.bio.uci.edu),
or contact Courtney Hunt, MCRS Academic Coordinator, at cchunt@uci.edu.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; the final review
deadline is June 30.
Posted 3/6/24
Graduate
Assistantships: mussel ecology - Texas A&M University
1 PhD graduate assistantship and 2 MS graduate assistantship are
available under the supervision of Dr. Charles Randklev and Dr.
Roel Lopez in the Texas A&M Natural Resource Institute and
Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management. The
PhD assistantship will focus on evaluating population dynamics for
rare species to inform recovery efforts. The first MS
assistantship will focus on evaluating growth using lab and
field-based methods. The second MS assistantship will focus on
testing lethal and sublethal temperature assays to inform
environmental flow efforts.
Funding for this project is from state and federal natural
resource agencies
For the PhD assistantship a full stipend (grant funded Research
Assistantship) for 3 years will be provided: ~$35,000/yr (tuition
+ salary).
For the MS assistantships a full stipend (grant funded Research
Assistantship) for 2 years will be provided: ~$32,000/yr (tuition
+ salary).
Start date: flexible but ideally Summer of 2024
Last Date to apply: May 15, 2024
More information about the graduate program in the Department of
Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management - https://rwfm.tamu.edu.
More information about the mussel research program at NRI-TAMU: https://dallas.tamu.edu/research/mussels/
Qualifications:
Required: For MS assistantship - BS in Biology or related field;
previous research experience in aquatic ecology, community
ecology, or ecotoxicology. For PHD assistantship - MS in Biology
or related field; previous research experience in environmental
modeling and statistics. Applicants should have strong analytical,
oral, and written communication skills, plus detail oriented and
the ability to work independently; valid drivers license is
required; must be comfortable in the water and outdoors. GPA
>3.0; GRE scores > 60th percentile (153 verbal and 156
quantitative).
Preferred: For MS assistantship - research experience with
freshwater mussels (unionids); publications in ecotoxicology,
stream ecology, or community ecology; For PHD assistantship -
publications using species distribution models, strong statistical
background, and ability to code; GPA >3.5; GRE scores >70th
percentile (156 verbal and 159 quantitative).
Before applying, please email a single PDF document to BOTH Dr.
Randklev (crandklev@ag.tamu.edu)
AND Dr. Lopez (roel.lopez@ag.tamu.edu)
that contains: (1) a letter of interest describing your
qualifications, experience and background, (2) your CV, (3) GRE
scores, (4) GPA and unofficial transcripts, and (5) contact
information for 3 academic/research references. Feel free to
contact us for more information about the graduate program, our
research, and more specifics about the project.
Posted 2/8/24
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