Masters degree opportunity in wetland ecology and animal behavior. Research will be aimed at understanding mutualism, costs and benefits of interactions between alligators, nesting wading birds, and invasive pythons in the Everglades. Funded research, tuition and stipend for 2.5 years, and the ability to build on long term research program. The successful applicant will have an interest in animal behavior, experience in field biology, undergraduate academic background in biology, ecology, wildlife or related field, excellent letters of reference, good writing skills, and a sense of humor. Please send letter of interest, resume including unofficial copies of GRE scores, GPA, and contact information for three references to Dr. Peter Frederick, Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, [email protected] (email preferred). Degree program will start August 2012, applications will be processed as they are received until a suitable candidate is found.
