The Kettenring Wetland Ecology Lab in the Department of Watershed Sciences and the Ecology Center at Utah State University has openings for 1-2 MS graduate students, starting fall 2017 or spring 2018. Projects could focus on techniques for reestablishing native plants in wetland restorations; the importance of genetic diversity in revegetation success; seed sourcing for restoration; climate change and seed ecology; and/or the role of plants in supporting ecosystem function and services restoration. All projects will focus on Great Salt Lake wetlands and will be under the guidance of Dr. Karin Kettenring (http://karinkettenring.weebly.com/), whose research emphasizes plant ecology and genetics, wetland restoration, and ecosystem management. Students with a background and interest in seed ecology, plant propagation, climate change and wetlands, and/or wetland restoration are particularly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should email Dr. Kettenring (karin.kettenr...@usu.edu) with their transcripts (unofficial okay), GRE scores, a statement of research interests, and a resume or CV. Review of applicants will begin July 14, 2017, and continue until the position is filled. Utah State University is located in picturesque Logan, UT, a community of 100,000 people situated 85 miles north of Salt Lake City. Logan has a low cost of living and is located in a semi-rural mountain basin with nearby ski resorts, wetlands, lakes, rivers, and mountains providing unparalleled recreational opportunities.
*Karin M. Kettenring, Ph.D.* Associate Professor, Wetland Ecology Ecology Center and Department of Watershed Sciences Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University karin.kettenr...@usu.edu | 435.797.2546 | 5210 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322 Office: Natural Resources 230 Lab: Natural Resources 111 karinkettenring.weebly.com
