Graduate research assistantship for fall 2007 or January 2008 Ecology, Structure, and Silviculture of Eastern Hardwood Forests
One masters or doctoral level graduate research assistant position will be available to work on one of the following two projects: 1. Structural characterization and spatial analysis of the overstory and understory vegetation of mature managed oak forests (botany skills required), or 2. Evaluation of to what extent practicing agency foresters tailor management prescriptions to fit stated landowner objectives (forestry degree required). Qualifications: --B.S. in natural resources of forested ecosystems. Doctoral students must have an M.S. --Some familiarity with GIS and statistical data analysis is always desired. --Demonstrated skills in written and verbal communication, organization, and reliability are extremely important. Compensation: Full academic year (9-month) support includes tuition and standard graduate student salary (including benefits) at Penn State University. Academic year support is guaranteed, pending adequate progress, for 2 years (3 years for PhD). Application: Please send the following ASAP to [EMAIL PROTECTED]: --Cover letter describing your background, interest in this position, and professional goals --Resume showing all prior work experience and indicating GRE and TOEFL scores --Complete unofficial transcripts --Names and email addresses of three references (at least two academic) More information at http://silv.cas.psu.edu/ or contact Eric Zenner or Jeri Peck ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). JeriLynn E. Peck 207 Forest Resources Building, Penn State University Park, PA 16802 (814) 865-4508 http://silv.cas.psu.edu/jp.htm
