*******M.Sc. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP AVALABLE FOR WINTER 2008********* Influence of intensive forest management on songbirds in the post-fledging period
One M.Sc research assistantship is available in the Department of Forest Science at Oregon State University starting in September 2007. The objectives of the study are to: (1) Assess the influence of intensive forest management on avian habitat quality early succesional forests of northern Oregon, (2) Determine factors influencing habitat selection and use of early successional stands by songbirds in the post-fledging period, and (3) Examine fitness consequences (body condition and survival) of differential use of early successional forests. The scholarship includes $18,000/year for 2 years plus tuition fees. We seek applications from individuals with the following qualifications: (1) An undergraduate degree in forest ecology, wildlife ecology, or related disciplines, (2) A strong academic background, (3) Field experience. Preference will be given to applicants with experience identifying songbirds by sound, mist-netting, insect identification, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and working in forest ecosystems. To Apply: Send 1-page letter of interest, resume, transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 letters of reference to: Matthew G. Betts, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Forest Wildlife Landscape Ecology Department of Forest Science Oregon State University Corvallis, OR 97331 USA 541-737-3841 [EMAIL PROTECTED] web: http://www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/cof/fs/people/faculty/betts.php Email applications are encouraged. Preference will be given to applications received by October 1, 2007. Potential applicants who will be attending the Ecological Society of America meeting in San Jose are encouraged to discuss the position with me at the meeting (email me).
