Ph.D. and M.S. Graduate Research Assistantships (3) - Riparian and Stream Restoration Ecology, Division of Forestry and Natural Resources, Wildlife and Fisheries Resources Program, West Virginia University
STARTING DATE: August 2008 or negotiable (Positions depend on final approval of funding). DESCRIPTION: Students will work as part of a team on the Cacapon River Watershed Stream and Riparian Restoration Collaborative in the eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. This collaborative, comprised of multiple programs at WVU, Canaan Valley Institute, and the Cacapon and Lost River Land Trust) is implementing natural stream channel design principles, riparian management practices including warm season grass establishment and riparian woody buffers, and planting pollinator strips on private lands along the Cacapon River. Research emphasis will center on one of three areas: 1) Riparian wildlife ecology; 2) Water quality; or 3) Stream ecology. Each position will have a well defined area of emphasis but there is enough flexibility to allow for ample interdisciplinary work. The students will be working toward a M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources or a Ph.D. in Forest Science (Emphasis in Wildlife and Fisheries) at West Virginia University (http://www.forestry.caf.wvu.! edu/). QUALIFICATIONS: B. S. (for M.S. degree) or M.S. (for Ph.D.) in Wildlife, Fisheries, Ecology, Environmental Science, or closely related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and combined quantitative/verbal GRE scores of 1100. A strong interest in riparian, wetland, or stream ecology; working with private landowners; and a desire to work as part of an interdisciplinary team is essential. Field experience in the Appalachians and experience with streams or riparian zones is highly desirable. Preferred qualifications include industrious, hard-working students that can make decisions independently and work cooperatively with others. STIPEND: $15,000/year (M.S.), $18,000/year (Ph.D.) plus health insurance and complete tuition waiver. CONTACT: Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, resume, a 500-word statement of purpose (why you want to work on this project at WVU, your research and career interests, etc.) copy of transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for 3 references to Jim Anderson at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dr. James T. Anderson West Virginia University Division of Forestry and Natural Resources P. O. Box 6125 Morgantown, WV 26506-6125 USA Telephone (304) 293-2941, extension 2445 Fax (304) 293-2441 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
