*Graduate Assistantship in Forest Ecology*
The School of Forest Resources, University of Maine (http://www.forest.umaine.edu), is seeking a highly motivated graduate student (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Forest Ecology. The student would participate in one of the following research areas:(1) Identifying factors ‒ including climate/weather parameters ‒ that best explain temporal variability in stand-level productivity; (2) Examining forest stand dynamics by means of long-term permanent plots and dendrochronology methods; (3) Characterizing carbon and nitrogen dynamics of decaying wood in a field decomposition experiment. This position provides funding at approximately $19,000/year, 50% of health insurance paid, and a tuition waiver. The ideal candidate would have solid quantitative experience/aptitude and a demonstrated ability to conduct independent research. High levels of intellectual curiosityand self-motivation are essential. If interested, please send a CV attached to a message briefly explaining your background and research interests to Dr. Shawn Fraver (shawn.fra...@maine.edu <mailto:shawn.fra...@maine.edu>). Position open until filled.
-- Shawn Fraver, PhD 5755 Nutting Hall School of Forest Resources University of Maine Orono, ME 04469 (in association with the US Forest Service) Phone: +1 (207) 581-2842 shawn.fra...@maine.edu
