The School of Forest Resources at the University of Arkansas-Monticello is seeking a highly motivated M.S. student interested in natural and plantation origin southern pine stands in terms of traditional forest commodities, carbon offset credits and bio-feedstock production potential.
The 2-yr graduate assistantship includes a $15,000/yr stipend and a tuition waiver. Qualifications: Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in forestry, ecology, natural resources management, or related fields, and a minimum 2.7 GPA (or 3.0 GPA for the last 60 hours) is required. GRE scores should exceed 1000 for verbal + quantitative. Individuals need to be self- starters, able to work outdoors during inclement conditions, and have a valid driver license. Applications: Start date for this assistantship is flexible. Applications are being accepted for the Summer or Fall 2010 semester. For additional information or to apply, please contact: Dr. Jamie Schuler, University of Arkansas-Monticello, School of Forest Resources, P.O. Box 3468, Monticello, AR 71656. E-mail: [email protected]; Phone: 870-460- 1448. Additional information about the School of Forest Resources and the University of Arkansas-Monticello can be found at: http://www.afrc.uamont.edu/sfr/
