Research Assistantship for a Ph.D. Student "Ecology of Amazonian Ant-Plant Mutualisms"
University of Florida =20 A PhD assistantship is available to study the ecology of ant-plant mutualisms in Amazonian forests. This assistantship is part of an NSF-funded collaboration between Brazilian and US scientists and will begin in August 2007; the selected student will have broad flexibility in developing their dissertation research within the overall goals of the project. This research is being conducted at the Biological Dynamics of Forest Fragments Project in Manaus, Brazil (http://pdbff.inpa.gov.br <http://www.inpa.gov.br/pdbff> ). =20 Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants with (1) a Master's degree in ecology, botany, entomology, or a related discipline, (2) previous research experience in tropical ecosystems, and (3) strong quantitative skills. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as are a willingness to learn Portuguese and the ability to work under challenging field conditions for extended periods of time. =20 =20 Stipend/Benefits:The research assistantship includes funds for travel and research, a stipend of $16,000 with annual increases, tuition waivers, and health insurance. Additional travel and research funds may also be available for students participating in the Tropical Conservation and Development Program (www.latam.ufl.edu/tcd). Minority students are eligible for supplementary funding provided by the Sloan Foundation, as well as UFL-SEAGEP Program.=20 =20 The starting date for the Assistantship is August 2007. Interested students should send a cover letter summarizing their scientific interests, a CV, and GRE scores/percentiles to: Emilio Bruna, Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida (Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; lab homepage: www.wec.ufl.edu/faculty/brunae). More information on the department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation and its application procedures can be found at www.wec.ufl.edu <http://www.wec.ufl.edu/> . Applications will be accepted until January 15, 2007.=20
