*Masters of Science opportunity in Old-Growth Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) Ecology at University of Georgia and Tall Timbers Research Station*
The University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources <http://www.warnell.uga.edu/> and Tall Timbers Research Station <http://talltimbers.org/> are seeking a M.S. student to conduct research focused on the physical structure and physiological function of old-growth longleaf pine forests beginning fall of 2018. The ideal candidate would already possess some field experience, proven problem-solving skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, a basic statistical background, an ability to work both independently and as a productive member of a research team, and motivation to develop, conduct, and publish their research. Candidates should possess a B.S. degree in ecology, forestry, plant biology, or a related discipline. The successful candidate will receive a two-year graduate assistantship consisting of an annual stipend of approximately $21k and tuition waiver. The graduate assistantship will have both teaching and research responsibilities—the student will be on a teaching assistantship while completing coursework at Warnell during fall 2018 and spring 2019 and will be on a research assistantship while completing research at Tall Timbers during the summer of 2019 through the summer of 2020. There is potential for the student to begin fieldwork in residence at Tall Timbers beginning May 2018 until courses begin in August 2018. Subsidized housing is available while in residence at Tall Timbers. Student fees of approximately $1k per semester, which include the matriculation fee and activity, athletic, health, student facilities, technology, and transportation fees will be assessed. If you are interested in this opportunity, please familiarize yourself with Warnell’s admission requirements and deadlines <https://www.warnell.uga.edu/graduate/future-students/applying-graduate-school> and send a single pdf containing: (1) a 1-2 page statement of your research interests and a summary of your professional career goals that explains why you think working in the Aubrey Lab <http://aubreylab.weebly.com/> will help you realize these goals; (2) a current CV; (3) unofficial transcripts showing all previous coursework, degrees, and GPA; (4) GRE scores; and (5) contact information of three references to Dr. Doug Aubrey ( [email protected]). If selected to compete for this assistantship, you will be encouraged to submit an application to the UGA Graduate School prior to December 31st 2017. Please contact Doug Aubrey ([email protected]) or Kevin Hiers ( [email protected]) with any additional questions. DO NOT respond to this email. <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail> Virus-free. www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
