We are seeking a motivated, independent herpetologist/field ecologist to work with us on a field project and pursue a MS degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology at Clemson University. The project, entitled “Occupancy and community characteristics of ephemeral aquatic systems by herpetofauna in managed forests of the Southeastern Atlantic Coastal Plain” will require excellent field skills, travel, writing, and technical ability. We seek an ecologist who can think independently about research questions, write clearly, manage data, and learn complex analytical skills including spatial modeling and statistical analysis of community data. The project will require travel for several months at a time away from campus, living in field housing, using a state vehicle (4 WD, Standard), and communicating with forest managers to build and maintain cooperative research relationships.
Minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree in wildlife ecology, conservation biology, biological sciences, or related field. Field experience with reptiles and amphibians of the southeastern United States is highly desired as is demonstrated ability to work and live on-site and manage field logistics. Previous analytical skill using a GIS, occupancy models, and/or multivariate statistics is a bonus, but not required. Ability to write clearly to explain technical detail is very important. Applicants must have degree in hand, have completed the general GRE by August 2012, and meet Clemson Graduate School admissions requirements. Please send 1) resume, 2) letter of application, 3) unofficial GRE scores, and 4) contact information for 3 references in a single PDF to Dr. Rob Baldwin, Clemson University ([email protected]). The applications will be reviewed by project partners who will inform the selected candidate when it will be necessary to submit application to Clemson Graduate School. Project partners include Dr. Jessica Homyack and Dr. T. Bently Wigley. The position is fully funded, with a research assistantship, field and travel expenses. -- Robert F. Baldwin Assistant Professor, Conservation Biology/GIS School of Agricultural, Forest, and Environmental Sciences Clemson University Clemson, SC (864) 656-4857 http://sites.google.com/site/baldwinconservationresearch/Home
