Quantitative Movement Ecology Master’s Position (Research Assistantship) We are looking for a Master’s student to conduct research on the movement ecology of Lesser Prairie Chickens across their range analyzing data from GPS collars. This position is entirely quantitative and does not involve field work. The selected student will combine movement data with GIS mapping of land cover to determine the types of habitat and anthropogenic features lesser prairie chickens will cross during long distance movements. This information will provide insight into attributes necessary for corridors between populations and help identify populations that may be isolated due to dispersal barriers. The student will be co-advised by Dr. Sam Fuhlendorf and Dr. Julia E. Earl in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK. Start Date: August 15, 2016 Last Date to Apply: June 13, 2016 Qualifications: B.S. in Wildlife, Ecology, Biology, Geography, or related field; coursework in wildlife and GIS; minimum overall GPA of 3.00. To Apply: Send cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications for the position, resume, copies of unofficial transcript, and names and contact information for 3 references to Dr. Julia E. Earl at [email protected]. For more information: http://nrem.okstate.edu/academics/graduate-program
