Agency: Tarleton State University Location: Stephenville, TX
Job Category: Graduate Research Assistantships Website: http://www.tarleton.edu/aahrm/index.html Salary: $1,200 per month Start Date: 08/08/2016 or 01/01/2017 Last date to apply: until filled Description: The Department of Wildlife, Sustainability, and Ecosystem Sciences at Tarleton State University is seeking a Master of Science student to research the restoration of native Texas grasslands. The studies focus on developing best management practices for converting bermudagrass pastures to native warm-season grasslands. The student may teach or assist with one or more sections of various wildlife science laboratories or classes, depending upon his or her qualifications. Out-of-state tuition waiver is possible. To apply, submit a cover letter stating your interest in the position, a resume/curriculum vitae, a copy (unofficial) of your transcript, and a writing sample to the contact below. Qualifications: Position requires a B.S. in ecology, agronomy, natural resource management, ecosystem sciences, rangeland ecology, biology, wildlife or other closely related field. The successful applicant will have strong quantitative skills. Experience using GIS is highly desirable, but not required. Preferred academic qualifications include a GRE score of at least 150 on both the quantitative and verbal sections (630 and 450, respectively, under the pre-2011 scoring system), and a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Expectations: The successful candidate is expected to complete a M.S. at Tarleton State University within 24 months. They will also produce and successfully defend a thesis and publish results in a refereed journal. Contact Person: Dr. Jim Muir Contact Phone: 254-968-4144 x207 Contact email: [email protected]
