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Department of Renewable Resources Graduate Assistantship in Soil Science or Rangeland Ecology "Soil Carbon Sequestration" M.S. or Ph.D. Assistantship. A graduate assistantship in the area of Soil Science or Rangeland Ecology is available in the Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Wyoming for a student to work on a study investigating carbon sequestration in rangeland ecosystems. The project will emphasize carbon sequestration and soil organic matter characterization for research on a grant associated with the Big Sky Partnership supported by the Department of Energy (DOE). The primary objective of the study is to determine to what extent rangeland soil C and N pools and fluxes are altered by livestock grazing and environment (e.g., climate) interactions. Applicants should have a background in soil science, rangeland ecology, botany, engineering, geology, geography, plant science, or other science-based discipline. Requirement: Undergraduate degree and some field experience in soil science, rangeland ecology or any closely related field of study. Applicants must be mature and energetic, able to take initiative and possess good to excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. Additional preferred skills include experience with carbon analysis, vegetation characterization, experimental design and computer applications. Stipend is $14,000 for an M.S. student for the calendar year. Tuition and health insurance are also provided. Send: 1) resume or CV, 2) transcripts, 3) three letters of reference, 4) GRE scores and professional goals statement to Dr. George Vance, Department of Renewable Resources, 1000 E. University Ave., University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY 82071-2000. Direct all inquires to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Formal applications to the Graduate School (available online) will be required prior to admission to the program. Applications will be evaluated until a candidate is selected. Course work may begin as soon as September 2006. http://www.uwyo.edu/RenewableResources/
