Funding for a PhD RA position is available at Ohio University in the Department of Environmental and Plant Biology. Ohio University is located in Athens, OH, a progressive small city in southeast Ohio surrounded by forests. The NSF funded project involves investigating the influence of soil acidity on the soil microbial community and its ability to cycle P in several eastern Ohio forests. Candidates seeking the position must have a MS before starting the position and should have a background in biogeochemistry, soil/ecosystem ecology, or a related field. A successful candidate should demonstrate a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and the ability to work well with undergraduate and high school students. Experience in extracellular enzyme assays, PLFA analysis, soil chemical analysis, and multivariate statistics would be beneficial. The position can start Winter (1/2010), Spring (3/2010), or Summer (5/2010) quarter. Stipend includes yearly salary ($20k), tuition, and benefits. Applicants should email, as a PDF, a statement of research interests, list of references, and CV, including GPA and GRE scores to: Jared DeForest ([email protected]). Email requests for more information on project specifics are welcomed.
