M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship, Virginia Tech University, Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation, Blacksburg ,VA
Responsibilities: The successful applicant will carry out a research project linking fish production to habitat and climate variability in southern Appalachian mountain streams (from Baltimore, MD south to north Georgia). This project will involve extensive collaboration and cooperation with Dr. C. Andrew Dollof of the US Forest Service and his scientific team in Blacksburg, VA. Data collected will serve as an important link to a larger US Forest Service and USGS study on effects of climate change on southeastern fishes. Qualifications: Applicants of particular interest will be self-motivated, field-oriented, creative thinkers who can sustain extended periods of field work in variable weather conditions throughout the southern Appalachian range. Applicants must also be good communicators and team-oriented, as they will need to work with scientists across multiple agencies, US states, and within the Rypel Lab team at VT. Evidence of previous work experience or research in fisheries or ecology is a major plus. Quantitative skills are also highly desirable. Compensation: ~$19,000/yr stipend plus tuition Closing: 11/1/2011 Anticipated start date: Negotiable, but January 2012 is preferred. Contact: Submit cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, GRE scores, and contact information for three references to Dr. Andrew L. Rypel at email below. Website: http://fishwild.vt.edu/rypel/ Contact email: ry...@vt.edu
