Graduate research positions (PhD and MSc) are available in the Plant Ecology Lab at Florida Atlantic University (www.science.fau.edu/benscoterlab<http://www.science.fau.edu/benscoterlab>) for the Fall 2014 semester. Research in the Plant Ecology Lab focuses on the influence of disturbances, particularly fire and drought, on plant community structure and ecosystem carbon cycling in peat-forming wetlands. We are seeking students interested in fire ecology and/or carbon cycling in the Florida Everglades watershed. Teaching and Research Assistantship tuition and stipend support are available through funded projects with the US Geological Survey, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and US Department of Energy and there are opportunities for qualified applicants to start immediately.
Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, hydrology, or a related field (currently or prior to enrollment). Successful candidates must demonstrate an aptitude for research and the ability to work independently. Prior research experience in fire ecology, carbon cycling and/or plant ecology is preferred, as is the ability to conduct rigorous fieldwork in remote settings. Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. The application deadline for the Environmental Sciences Master's program is March 15 (http://www.science.fau.edu/biology/envirosci/) and the Integrative Biology Doctoral Program is January 15 (http://www.science.fau.edu/intbio/admission_requirements.html). Interested applicants should send a written statement of graduate research interest, a copy of their CV or resume (including GPA and GRE scores), and names and contact information for two references via email to Dr. Brian Benscoter ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>). ************** Brian W. Benscoter, MSc PhD Assistant Professor Department of Biological Sciences Florida Atlantic University 3200 College Ave Davie, FL 33314 USA Office: DW437 Lab: DW434 Tel: 954.236.1141 Fax: 954.236.1099 Email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Webpage: www.science.fau.edu/benscoterlab<http://www.science.fau.edu/benscoterlab>
