Dear all, Below is an announcement for an MS research assistantship at Mississippi State University. Sorry for cross posting.
Sincerely, Guiming Wang --------------------------------------------------------------------- Research Assistantship M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Science Mississippi State University Project Title: Habitat suitability assessment of eastern wild turkeys in Mississippi Project Description: One M.S. Research Assistantship is available within the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture at Mississippi State University. Thesis research project is aimed to: 1) assess statewide habitat suitability of wild turkeys using existing presence data and brood survey data; and 2) examine differentiation of population genetic structure of wild turkeys in Mississippi using mitochondrial DNA analysis. The student will collect tissue samples from hunter-harvested wild turkeys at wildlife management areas and some private hunting clubs across state. The research project involves spatial modeling of habitat suitability and laboratory work on mitochondrial DNA analysis and statistical analysis. The student will also conduct field surveys for validation of habitat suitability models. Qualifications: B.S. degree in wildlife sciences or a related field. Extensive in-state travel is required. Desirable qualifications include excellent written and oral communication skills and good organizational skills. A minimum 3.0 GPA and having taken the GRE is desired. Coursework in GIS or spatial analysis would be beneficial. Location: Starkville, Mississippi Starting Date: 10 January, 2014 Stipend: $16,500 per year plus tuition and health benefits Closing Date: 10 January 2014 or until position is filled Application: Apply via electronic application within the Office of Graduate Studies, Mississippi State University. Also create a single PDF document containing the following: 1) cover letter describing credentials and professional goals; 2) a resume; 3) three references; and 4) a copy of university transcripts and GRE/TOEFL scores. Please email this file to Dr. Guiming Wang ([email protected]) with “Wild turkey Assistantship” in the subject line. Inquiries: Dr. Guiming Wang; email: [email protected]; phone: 662-325- 0414 MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
