The Griffis-Kyle lab invites applications for a funded PhD position in Wetland Ecology in the Natural Resources Management Program at Texas Tech University. We welcome inquiries from motivated students interested in how climate change or other stressors affects wetland dependent organisms such as amphibians. Students will conduct field work at the Lake Waco Wetlands (http://www.lakewacowetlands.com/) in Waco Texas. There are mesocosms, lab space, and a natural area available on site to create an integrated research project combining laboratory and field ecology.
Qualifications: We are looking for highly motivated and creative students with good communication skills (oral and written) that are comfortable working independently and that have previous experience. Applicants will need a M.S. to be considered. Students should be interested in collaborating with a community college and mentoring undergraduates in research. Preference will be given to students with previous experience working with amphibians or freshwater invertebrates, competitive GRE scores, undergrad GPA (>3.0), and grad GPA (>3.5). Applications are due by May 18th and should be emailed to kerry.griffis- [email protected] as described below. Interested applicants should email Dr. Kerry Griffis-Kyle (kerry.griffis- [email protected]) and have PhD opportunity in the subject line. Please include in the email: 1) how this position will help you fulfill your career goals, 2) pertinent work experience 3) GRE scores, 4) why I should hire you, and 4) address, phone, and email. Please include with your email a resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references. Texas Tech University requires a background check before a person can be hired. Email correspondence is preferred ([email protected]) For additional information on the Department: http://www.rw.ttu.edu/ttunrm/ For additional information on Texas Techs Graduate Program: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/gradschool/
