M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship in Coastal and Habitat Ecology The Department of Coastal Sciences at The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking highly qualified students for M.S. studies in coastal habitats and plant communities. The department is located at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (www.usm.edu/gcrl) in Ocean Springs, MS.
The successful candidate(s) will study saltmarsh habitats, or seagrasses and seaweeds in Mississippi Sound. The ability to do field work and work off small boats is a must. SCUBA experience is a plus. Additional skills needed include good communications, strong writing and mathematical background, and ability to work well in a team. Successful candidate(s) must possess a B.S. in biology or a related science and a minimum GPA of 3.0. The GRE (verbal and quantitative) and TOEFL (for non-native English speakers) are required. Salary starts at $1,600/mo and includes a tuition waiver and medical benefits. Interested individuals should contact: Dr. Patrick Biber University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Coast Research Laboratory 703 East Beach Drive Ocean Springs, MS 39564 tel: +1 (228) 872 4200 email: [email protected]
