Title: MS ASSISTANTSHIP - CARBON ESTIMATION Agency: Dept. of Biology, University of Louisiana, Monroe
Location: Monroe. Louisiana Job Description: The Department of Biology, University of Louisiana, Monroe is seeking candidates (two) for MS Assistantships beginning in Aug. 2012. The successful applicants will join the Plant Ecology Laboratory to design a study that will enable estimation of carbon budget in Bottomland Hardwood forests - a part of a funded project. Successful candidates will work with Dr. Joydeep Bhattacharjee in, 1) establishing a carbon dioxide - water vapor flux tower, 2) designing and setting up the experiment in a Bottomland Hardwood, and 3) collection of data, both meteorological and vegetation. The candidates will also work closely with faculties in Atmospheric Sciences (at ULM) and State Wildlife and Fisheries personnel. Qualifications: BS in forestry, ecology or related discipline, GPA > 3.3, combined GRE > 1200, excellent writing, communication, and quantitative skills, demonstrated ability to work independently. Submit a cover letter (e-mail preferred) detailing your qualifications, resume, copies of transcripts (unofficial will be accepted during the initial stages of the application procedure) and GRE scores, and names and telephone numbers of 3 references to: Dr. Joydeep Bhattacharjee ([email protected]) Department of Biology 700 University Avenue University of Louisiana, Monroe Monroe, LA - 71209 Salary: $9000 (9 months) + Tuition Waiver + (Funds are available for Summer research support) Apply by: June 1, 2012.
