Ph.D. Research Assistantship Modeling Northern Bobwhite Fitness in Hostile Environments This Ph.D. program is part of a research project led by Tall Timbers Research Station, Florida Wildlife Commission, and Mississippi State University with collaboration from USGS Southeast Ecological Science Center. The research team is in search of a dynamic student, capable in the field and versed in ecological modeling or the quantitative foundation to develop those skills. The successful applicant will need to have an interest in bird ecology preferably gamebirds, disturbance ecology, and harvest management. Depending on the students interests, an additional component of adaptive resource management and structured decision making could be integrated. Responsibilities: Student will need to spend approximately 6-8 months in the field for 2-3 seasons in south Florida conducting the field portion of the study. The student will lead data collection and assure data integrity. Qualifications: Experience with radio telemetry is strongly desired. Student must be able to handle tough field conditions. Student must be able to collaborate with other graduate students, WMA staff, technicians, and collaboration scientists. Successful candidate must demonstrate the capacity to work independently. GIS and computer programming skills are preferred. Starting Date: January 2012 or until suitable candidate is found. Stipend: 21 k per annum plus complete waiver of tuition. Health insurance provided. Inquiry emails are welcomed and should be directed to Dr. James A. Martin at Mississippi State ([email protected]) and Dr. Bill Palmer at Tall Timbers Research Station ([email protected]).
Application: Submit: 1) transcript(s) and GRE scores (unofficial copies fine initially), 2) vita, 3) contact information for 3 references, and 4) letter of application which (a) describes your interest in the position, (b) describes your career goals, and (c) details your work or educational experience that is most relevant to this position. To: Dr. James A. Martin, Department of Wildlife & Fisheries, Box 9690, Mississippi State, MS 39762; [email protected]
