[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Assistantships in Forest Soils
Graduate Research Assistantships in Forest Soils – PhD/MS: Position responsibilities will be to conduct research on the biogeochemistry of northern forested watersheds related to a changing chemical and physical climate. Several positions are available related to a new project using stable isotopes to study nitrogen cycling, and ongoing studies of watershed biogeochemistry, recovery from acidification, and phenology. Students interested in pursuing a PhD are preferred, although highly qualified MS students may apply. Positions are available starting in the summer of 2011. Qualifications: BS/BA and/or MS in appropriate discipline (e.g. soil science, ecology, forestry, environmental science, or related field), strong commitment to career in related subject matter, experience with demanding field research, and excellent laboratory skills. To apply: Interested applicants are encouraged to send a letter of interest (prior accomplishments, research experience and interests, future career goals), a CV, transcripts, and GRE scores. Details about the graduate admissions process at The University of Maine can be found at The Graduate School web site (http://www.umaine.edu/graduate/). Send information to: Dr. Ivan J. Fernandez University of Maine 5722 Deering Hall – Room 1 Orono, ME 04469-5722 Tel: 207-581-2932 Fax: 207-581-2999 iva...@maine.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Assistantships in Forest Soils/Biogeochemistry at Virginia Tech
Graduate Research Assistantships in Forest Soils / Biogeochemistry The Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation at Virginia Tech is seeking applicants for multiple graduate research assistantships (4 PhD and 1 MS) expected to begin in the summer or fall of 2010. Research assistantships include a full tuition waiver, benefits, and a competitive annual stipend including summer support (~$19,000 - $21,000). For more information on the graduate program in the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation at Virginia Tech, please visit: www.forestry.vt.edu. Soil Biogeochemistry in Pine-Switchgrass Agroforestry Ecosystems (PhD) Investigating the linked cycles of C, nutrients and water in a Loblolly pine-switchgrass intercropping system designed to simultaneously maximize productivity for biofuels and forest products. (Strahm and Fox) Abiotic Controls on Soil C and N Export in Forested Watersheds (PhD) Investigating hydrologic and soil chemical controls on C and N export in response to global change factors (e.g. N deposition, altered precipitation). Work will involve cross-site comparisons between the US Forest Services Coweeta Hydrologic Lab and Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest. (Strahm) Uptake Efficiency of Applied N in Managed Forest Ecosystems (PhD) Determine the N uptake efficiency and related growth response in loblolly pine plantations following fertilization with urea and stabilized nitrogen fertilizers. The project will involve the use of 15N labeled fertilizer in both greenhouse and field experiments. This project is supported by the Forest Nutrition Cooperative (www.forestnutrition.org). (Fox) Use of Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer in Managed Forest Ecosystems (PhD) Evaluate the use of enhanced efficiency fertilizers, including slow and controlled-release fertilizers, to improve nutrient efficiency and reduce nutrient losses following fertilization of plantation forests. The goal is to increase the nutrient uptake and utilization efficiency. The work is supported by the Forest Nutrition Cooperative (www.forestnutrition.org). (Fox) Biogeochemistry of Soil C, N and P in Reclaimed Mined Lands (MS) Investigating the restoration of ecological function (carbon and nutrient cycling dynamics) in forest ecosystems following different mined land reclamation practices utilizing historic trials established as part of Virginia Techs Powell River Project (www.cses.vt.edu/PRP). (Strahm) Interested students should contact either: Dr. Brian D. Strahm Assistant Professor of Forest Soils and Ecology Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation Virginia Tech Blacksburg, VA 24061 brian.str...@vt.edu www.forestry.vt.edu/strahm or Dr. Thomas R. Fox Professor of Forest Soil and Silviculture Co-Director, Forest Nutrition Cooperative Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation Virginia Tech Blacksburg, VA 24061 tr...@vt.edu -- Brian D. Strahm, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Forest Soils and Ecology Dept. of Forest Resources Environmental Conservation 228 Cheatham Hall, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061 540-231-8627 540-231-3330(fax)540-231-7672(dept) www.forestry.vt.edu/strahmEmail: brian.str...@vt.edu
