A M.S. Research Assistantship is available for a highly motivated student to conduct research on predator ecology in longleaf pine restoration areas in East Texas. The project focuses on the ecological and behavioral response of predators in these restoration areas, and predator impact on the bird community. Field work involves predator trapping and radio tracking during night hours, and habitat and vegetation sampling. The successful candidate will collaborate with another project focusing on songbird nest ecology in the same study sites. This position and the project are fully funded.
- Qualifications: a B.S. in biology, wildlife ecology/management. Minimum GPA: 3.0; GRE:1,200 (Q+V). Students with strong quantitative and GIS skills are encouraged to apply. - Salary: 18K / year + out of state tuition waiver - Last date to apply: applications will be accepted until the position is filled. - Contact: Daniel G. Scognamillo [EMAIL PROTECTED] (936) 468-5993 Mail letter of interest including previous experience, résumé, 3 letters of recommendation, and copies of transcripts and GRE score to: Daniel G. Scognamillo College of Forestry and Agriculture Stephen F. Austin State University P.O. Box 6109 Nacogdoches, TX 75962
