Hi All,
I seek an individual interested in pursuing a Masters of Science degree in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at University of Connecticut beginning Summer 2016. The graduate assistantship is related to an interdisciplinary project focused on tree and forest management to reduce power outages while retaining public benefits of trees and forests. Applicants should have: 1) a background in forest management, human dimensions of natural resources, and/or landscape ecology, 2) interest in applied research focused on human dimensions of natural resources and GIS and spatial analysis, and 3) the ability to work both independently and as part of a research team. The student will be expected to present research results at professional conferences, publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific outlets, and pursue extramural funding to supplement their assistantship, as appropriate. A working knowledge of GIS is preferred. Interested students are encouraged to send 1) a cover letter describing their professional background, relevant research experience and interests, career goals, and reasons for seeking a Masters degree, 2) names and contact information for three references, 3) a current curriculum vitae, and 4) copies of transcripts and GRE scores directly to me (Anita Morzillo; [email protected]) as a single *.pdf document. Unofficial copies of transcripts and GRE scores are fine for initial contact. GRE scores must be less than five years old. Potential students must have received a GPA equivalent to a 3.0/4.0 on their last 90 term (or 60 semester) hours of their Bachelors program. Do not submit materials to the UConn Graduate School at this time. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, but materials must be received before 31 January 2016. Interested individuals may learn more about my research program at http://anitamorzillo.weebly.com/ Further information about the UConn Department of Natural Resources and the Environment may be found at http://www.nrme.uconn.edu/ Sincerely, Anita Department of Natural Resources & the Environment University of Connecticut W.B. Young Building 1376 Storrs Rd., Rm 227, Unit 4087 Storrs, CT 06269-4087 Phone: 860-486-3660 [email protected] http://www.nrme.uconn.edu/Faculty_and_Staff/Morzillo.php
