We are seeking an applicant to fill a graduate assistantship (Ph.D.) at the City University of New Yorks (CUNY) Graduate Center. The research will focus on the influence of oyster restoration on sediment nutrient cycling in a eutrophic coastal environment (Jamaica Bay, NY), and is funded by the National Science Foundation. Individuals with an interest in ecology, biogeochemistry, and shellfish biology are encouraged to apply. We are seeking a student that has obtained a BS or MS in a related discipline, has field experience in aquatic research, and has a record of excellent teamwork skills. The successful applicant will be co-advised by Chester Zarnoch and Timothy Hoellein at Baruch College and enrolled in the Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior program in the Department of Biology at CUNYs Graduate Center. Applications to the CUNY Graduate Center are due Jan 1, 2010. See the following website for more information on how to apply: http://web.gc.cuny.edu/eeb/index.html Prior to applying, prospective students are encouraged to contact either PI with a brief description of their experience and research interests. Sincerely, Timothy J. Hoellein, Ph.D. timothy.hoell...@baruch.cuny.edu Phone: (646) 660-6247 http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/wsas/academics/natural_science/thoellein.htm http://tim.hoellein.googlepages.com/timothyj.hoellein Chester B. Zarnoch, Ph.D. chester.zarn...@baruch.cuny.edu Phone:(646) 660-6239 http://faculty.baruch.cuny.edu/czarnoch
Baruch College, City University of New York Dept. of Natural Sciences Box A-0506, 17 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10010 Fax: (646) 660-6201
