I am recruiting students who are interested in the climate, ecology and hydrology of ecosystems in western North America. Specific projects for this solicitation include field-based research focusing on dryland forest regeneration (how do baby trees grow?), and network-based, exploratory research focusing on ecohydrology, meteorology and climate dynamics using long-term data and remote sensing. Appointments will begin in fall, 2019, and are available at the M.S. and Ph.D. level. Funding may also be available for summer, 2019. Students admitted at the Ph.D. level must have completed a master’s and have experience conducting quantitative research. Applicants should first contact me (Dr. Matthew Petrie: matthew.pet...@unlv.edu) with a letter of interest and a CV/resume. A departmental application (https://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences/admissions) is due by January 15th, 2019. I am happy to field any questions you might have about these positions. These graduate positions are in the School of Life Sciences at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (https://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences), one of the largest academic units on the UNLV campus. UNLV is a public research institution committed to rigorous educational programs, and is tied for first in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Ethnic Diversity listing. In addition to nightlife and entertainment options, Las Vegas offers extensive year-round outdoor recreation opportunities, a ski area, and has more than ten National Parks (as well as Baja California and the Pacific Ocean) within a day’s drive.
