Title: PhD Assistantship - Hellbender Ecology and Conservation Agency: Purdue University
Location: West Lafayette, IN Job Description: Seeking a highly motivated student for a fully funded PhD position focusing on hellbender ecology and conservation. The selected candidate will evaluate larval hellbender captive rearing techniques, assess post-release movements and survival, and characterize juvenile hellbender habitat use. This project will consist of intensive field work combined with extensive travel to field sites located in southern Indiana. Transportation and off-campus housing will be provided. Graduate position begins in August 2014, but opportunities for field work can begin in May 2014. Qualifications: A student with an MS in herpetology or related field is preferred although exceptional applicants with a BS will be considered. Experience using radio- telemetry is desired. Applicants must have a strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a research team. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential. Applicants will work closely with a diverse group of state wildlife biologists, private landowners, and supervise field technicians. Potential applicants are encouraged to visit https://ag.purdue.edu/fnr/Pages/gradadminguide.aspx to ensure they meet the minimum departmental requirements for admission. Students that do not meet minimum requirements will not be considered. Experience in the peer-reviewed publication process is desired. To apply, electronically submit a cover letter stating research and career interests, CV (including cumulative GPA and GRE scores), and contact information for three references to Dr. Rod Williams (r...@purdue.edu). Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Stipend: ~$20,000/yr Last Date to Apply: March 1, 2014 Contact: Rod Williams E-mal: r...@purdue.edu Phone: 765-494-3568 Web: http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~rodw/ -- Steve Kimble Postdoctoral Research Assistant, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources Purdue University skim...@purdue.edu sjkim...@gmail.com http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~rodw/sKimble.php<http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~rodw/Steve%20Kimble.htm>
