Hi all,
We have a Ph.D. Research Assistantship available in the Department of
Wildlife and Fisheries, Mississippi State University. Below are the
description of the position and requirements. Sorry for crossing posting.
Sincerely,
Guiming Wang
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Project Title: Wild Turkey Restoration in the Mississippi Delta
Responsibilities: Student will be responsible for collecting radio
telemetry data on habitat use, survival, and reproductive success of
released wild turkeys in three selected study sites in the northern
Mississippi Delta and studying wild turkey habitat distribution in the
Delta with habitat suitability models. The doctorial student also will
supervise a field technician, organize field work, and help write project
progress reports.
Qualifications: 1. B.S. and M.S. in wildlife ecology, wildlife
management, animal ecology, or related field.
2. GPA ≥ 3.0 and GRE scores
3. Keen interest in conducting research on the
management of wild turkeys.
4. Experience with radio telemetry and ability to
operate trucks, ATVs, and GPS. GIS knowledge and
skill are desired.
5. Capability to work in the Mississippi Delta
indepedently.
Starting Date: July 1, 2009 or negotiable
Stipend: Starting $21,000 per annum plus complete waiver of
tuition fees.
Inquiries: Inquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Dr.
Guiming Wang either via e-mail (preferred) at
gw...@cfr.msstate.edu or by phone at (662) 325-0414.
Closing Date: Until the position is filled.
Application: Submit: 1) official college transcript(s), 2) vita, 3) three
letters of recommendation, 4) letter of application which includes a
discussion of qualifications, experience, and professional goals, and 5)
GRE scores. International applicants need to submit TOEFL scores.
To: Dr. Guiming Wang
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
Box 9690
Mississippi State, MS 39762, USA
MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
