Graduate Research Studies in Sustaining Hardwood Ecosystems Woody Biomass Allometry and Modeling Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at Purdue University
The Sustaining Hardwood Ecosystems research group within the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources (http://www.ag.purdue.edu/fnr/Pages/resshe.aspx) is anticipating an available Ph.D. assistantship starting in spring, 2012. This position will be dedicated to the investigation of woody biomass modeling (e.g., allometry, species and site dependency) within silvicultural and forest harvesting treatments across two large-scale, replicated studies of forest management within the Central Hardwood forests of southern Indiana. Inquiries on the position should be directed to Drs. Songlin Fei ([email protected]) and/or Michael Saunders ([email protected]). The Sustaining Hardwood Ecosystems is an interdisciplinary research team focused on forest ecology and management, and is identified at one of three Areas of Excellence within the department. This research focus includes long-term field, laboratory and social science studies on Midwestern forests and woodlands. The assistantship includes an annual stipend of $19,810. Purdue University also provides a tuition waiver and health care benefits. Complete applications for spring semester 2012 must be received by September 15, 2011; highly qualified students should apply by August 1, 2011, for consideration in competitive fellowships. Applications must include a letter of interest, resume or curricula vita, cumulative GPA, GRE scores, TOEFL scores (international students only), and letters from three references. Complete instructions can be found at www.ag.purdue.edu/fnr/Pages/<http://www.ag.purdue.edu/fnr/Pages/> gradeadminguide.aspx. Applications should reference the Sustaining Hardwood Ecosystems - Woody Biomass in order to be considered. Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
