Graduate Research Scholarship, Louisiana Sea Grant

Louisiana Sea Grant is offering a new coastal immersion program for graduate students called the Graduate Research Scholarship. Participants will receive communications training, learn from outreach professionals, engage with community stakeholders and get a guided tour of different coastal habitats.

These one-week trips will be offered August 13-17 and December 10-14 at no cost to the participant. Students may only attend one trip.

Space is limited in the program. Students will be evaluated and accepted into the Graduate Research Scholars program based on the submission of a one-page application. The deadline to apply is July 20, 2018. More information can be found here.

Further questions should be directed toward Dani DiIullo (ddiiullo@lsu.edu).

Ph.D. student: modeling forest disturbances

Graduate student opportunity in modeling forest disturbances at the University of Idaho.
Funding is available for a Ph.D. student to study forest responses and vulnerability to climate change and natural disturbances, with an emphasis on bark beetle outbreaks. Project goals include incorporating a model of mountain pine beetle outbreaks into an ecosystem model; assessing the influence of future climate changes on outbreaks; and quantifying the effects on forest dynamics, including carbon cycling. Research will be conducted jointly with Oregon State University using the Community Land Model (www.cgd.ucar.edu/tss/clm). Funding is available for five years at $24,000/year plus tuition/fees and health insurance. The successful candidate will have a background in geography, ecology, biogeosciences, atmospheric science, entomology, or a related field. Desirable qualifications include quantitative skills, familiarity with mechanistic ecosystem modeling and computer programming, excellent written and oral communication skills, and a research‐based M.S. thesis. Students have the opportunity to receive a degree in either Geography (www.uidaho.edu/geography) or Environmental Science (www.uidaho.edu/envs). Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, GPA, GRE scores, and a personal statement that describes the candidate’s interest in the position and relevant education and experience to Dr. Jeffrey Hicke (jhicke@uidaho.edu) as well as apply to the desired degree program. Inquiries via email or phone (208‐885‐6240) are welcome.
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Jeffrey Hicke
Associate Professor Department of Geography University of Idaho McClure Hall Room 305D
Mailing Address:
Geography
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive Stop 3021 Moscow ID 83844‐3021
Phone: 208‐885‐6240 Fax: 208‐885‐2855 jhicke@uidaho.edu www.uidaho.edu/~jhicke

Graduate Student Position: Early Detection of Forest Health Threats

A Master’s level graduate student position is available in the Applied Forest Ecology lab of Dr. Steve Chhin (www.msu.edu/~chhin) in the Department of Forestry (www.for.msu.edu) at Michigan State University (MSU) (www.msu.edu).
The graduate student will primarily conduct field and laboratory work for a project recently funded by the USDA Forest Service (Forest Health Protection program). The general objective of the project is to promote field‐based application of non‐destructive technologies that will allow rapid, early detection of emerald ash borer (EAB) in the Great Lakes region. Non‐destructive technologies that will be examined include acoustic tomography and infrared thermography.
The preferred start date for this position is May 2013 (summer semester) but applicants starting in August 2013 (fall semester) will also be considered.
Qualifications: Applicants should preferably have a BS in forestry, biology, ecology, environmental sciences, or a similarly related natural resource field. Preference will be given to applicants that are highly self‐motivated, possess a strong work ethic, and have strong oral and written communication skills. A background or strong interest in conducting field based research and working in a laboratory environment is desirable. A cumulative GPA greater than 3.0 in undergraduate coursework is preferred.
Please submit: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) unofficial transcripts, 4) GRE scores, 5) contact information of three references, and 6) TOEFL scores (for international applicants). Please describe your career goals in the cover letter. Applications will be considered immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration for departmental and university fellowships please submit application material by December 10, 2012 and also apply to the MSU Graduate School (http://grad.msu.edu/apply/) by December 14, 2012.
Otherwise, please submit your application by February 1, 2013. Please e‐ mail all application material to Dr. Steve Chhin (chhin@msu.edu).
For further information, please contact:
Dr. Steve Chhin
Assistant Professor, Applied Forest Ecology Department of Forestry Michigan State University Natural Resources Building 480 Wilson Road, Room 126
East Lansing, MI 48824
Tel: (517) 353‐7251
Fax: (517) 432‐1143
E‐mail: chhin@msu.edu
Web: https://www.msu.edu/~chhin/

Graduate program, Earth System Science and Policy, U. of North Dakota

Positions are open for graduate students seeking a Master of Science or Ph.D. Degrees in Earth System Science and Policy at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND with research interests in environmental change and impacts related to climate change and water resources using remote sensing and GIS techniques combined with field work.
The primary area of research involves studying changes in North American glaciers and how these changes relate to climate fluctuations, as well as the impacts on downstream water use. This study involves the use of remote sensing and GIS techniques in which ENVI remote sensing and ESRI GIS software will be utilized in analyzing ASTER and Landsat images, Aerial Photography, and Digital Elevation Models. Knowledge of either software and/or the above data types is desirable, but not necessary. Field work is likely to occur during the late summer months and some experience in wilderness travel is desired but also not necessary. Field work will consist of using high accuracy GPS, laser range finder, ice penetrating radar, stream flow meter, and meteorological equipment. These topics can be tailored to fit a M.S. or Ph.D. degree. Tuition waivers are available and funding in the form of Research Assistantships may be available in the future. Students from a wide range of fields are encouraged to apply, such as Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Climatology, Hydrology as well as many others in environmental majors.
Earth System Science and Policy at the University of North Dakota is an interdisciplinary department which focuses on environmental sustainability. Three degrees are offered through the department:
Master of Environmental Management (M.E.M.), M.S., and Ph.D. If the above research topics is of interest, please see the UND Graduate School website (www.und.edu/dept/grad/) for application instructions, or contact Dr. Jeff VanLooy of the Department of Earth System Science and Policy at the University of North Dakota at (701) 777‐4755, or by
e‐mail: jvanlooy@aero.und.edu Recommended deadline for application is June 1st however, early applications will receive top priority for admission.
For more information, see the following websites:
The University of North Dakota: www.und.edu Past preliminary glacial field work: http://essp.und.edu/About/VanLooyBio.aspx
The UND Graduate School:
http://www.und.edu/dept/grad/
UND Earth System Science and Policy: http://essp.und.edu/
Grand Forks Visitors Bureau:
http://www.visitgrandforks.com/main.php

Research Fellowships in Plant Science

Research Fellowships in Plant Science within the School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences (SBBS), this position is available for 5 years.

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PhD (or MS) student in Interdisciplinary Stormwater modeling

PhD (or MS) student in Interdisciplinary Stormwater modeling at University of Maryland College Park

Requesting applications for a PhD student to participate in an interdisciplinary project entitled "Sustainable Community Oriented Stormwater Management (S-COSM): A Sensible Strategy for the Chesapeake Bay"
sponsored by the EPA-STAR program. Outstanding M.S. candidates may also be considered. Research will focus on identifying water pollution in spatially variable urban environments and the development of a diagnostic decision support system to better prescribe effective management. Work will involve using process-based biodynamic hydrologic models to evaluate responses of urban areas to environmental stressors, but also integrate social, economic, and human health data collected by other project participants into the decision support system. The successful applicant will need a desire to consider their specific research within the broader framework of social and environmental sustainability, and clearly demonstrate interdisciplinary skills. The student will be based in the Department of Environmental Science and Technology, but work closely with Co-PIs in Departments of Bioengineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Plant Sciences and Landscape Architecture, and the School of Public Health. Applicants will also work closely with community partners given a strong community-based participatory research component to this project.

Applicants must have a M.S. in hydrology, engineering, computer modeling or relevant field. Requirements also include: a) demonstrated experience using SWAT and SUSTAIN tools of the EPA BASINS framework; b) demonstrated superior written (e.g., publications) and oral (e.g., presentations) communication skills; and c) demonstrated ability to be a committed team player. A start date of Spring, 2013 is the target. However, review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

To apply, please send the following to the email address below:  (1) Curriculum Vitae, (2) statement of research interests (1 pg), and (3) names and contact information of two references familiar with your research abilities. These application materials should be sent and addressed to Dr.
Paul Leisnham (Leisnham@umd.edu) in the Dept. of Environmental Science and Technology, University of Maryland. Paul Leisnham is attending the upcoming ESA meeting in Portland Oregon and may be able to meet with potential applicants about the project.

 

 

Graduate research assistantship

Starting fall semester 2012. The project involves cutting edge application of ground-penetrating radar to quantify root biomass and spatial distribution. The research will be conducted at the Blackwater Ecologic Preserve in Virginia and at two sites in Florida (Kennedy Space Center and the Disney Wilderness Preserve). A doctoral student is preferred but a master’s student will be considered. Applicants should have strong data management and computer skills as well as a solid background in plant ecology. Successful applicants would develop their master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation around the research. The financial aid package is $22,000 per year plus full tuition waiver for a doctoral student. If interested, submit a resume with cover letter (include GPA and GRE scores) to Dr. Frank P. Day, Professor and Eminent Scholar, Department of Biological Sciences, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529 (fday@odu.edu<mailto:fday@odu.edu>). Old Dominion University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986

Master of Environmental Law & Policy

MASTERS & LAW PROGRAMS SPECIALIZING IN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
NATURAL RESOURCES | CLIMATE CHANGE | AGRICULTURE | ENERGY

 ... we wish to remind you that we will continue to accept applications for our one year Master of Environmental Law & Policy (MELP) well into the summer, with continuing scholarship opportunities. We are also pleased to announce that our environmental program has once again been ranked top in the U.S. And more recent great news is the selection of the next President and Dean of Vermont Law School, Marc Mihaly. Marc will continue his work with VLS where he has served as Director of the Environmental Law Center since 2004. It has been a great Spring so far for VLS!

See VLS News Releases and VLS News and Events.

Our unique masters degree for non-lawyers - which is integrated with the law curriculum and faculty - provides the legal and non-legal knowledge and skills needed to operate effectively in a variety of environmental and natural resource jobs.

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Research Assistantship in Marine Ecology

Location: Louisiana State University

Website: http://www.rnr.lsu.edu/people/anderson/Default.htm

Title: M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship, Marine Ecology

 Description: We are seeking a highly self-motivated graduate student for our marine ecology laboratory.  Current ongoing research is focused on blue crabs and invasive species.  Responsibilities will include collection and maintenance of blue crabs, other invertebrates, and fish; laboratory bioassays; field work; and interactions with commercial fishermen in Louisiana. Successful applicant can begin work Fall 2012.

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Salary: TBD

Qualification: BS in biology, marine science, fisheries, or related field with minimum GPA of 3.0 and GRE score of 1100. Experience trailering and handling a boat is preferred.  If selected, applicant must apply through Louisiana State University.

Send or email: CV or resume, contact information for three references, copies of transcripts and GRE scores to: Dr. Julie Anderson, 114 School of Renewable Natural Resources, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803; janderson@agcenter.lsu.edu Start Date : August 2012 Application Deadline : Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and review will continue until candidates are chosen. Applications received before April 15th 2012 are guaranteed consideration. Contact Person: Dr. Julie Anderson Phone Number: 225-578-0771 E-mail : janderson@agcenter.lsu.edu

Louisiana Chapter of the Hydrographic Society of America, March 14th meeting

The speaker for the Louisiana Chapter of the Hydrographic Society of America, March 14th meeting will be  Mr. Maxim F. van Norden,  Coordinator, Hydrographic  Science program, University of Southern Mississippi, who will  talk about the programs and  degrees offered by USM to students interested in a career  in the Marine Sciences and will  discuss the advantages to local Survey related companies to  providing internships to students.

I would like to invite you and students to attend the meeting (we will waive the admission cost). This will be a great opportunity for graduating students to network with local survey companies and also learn about scholarship opportunities with THSOA.

RSVP by March 13 if you will be attending and how many students will also be attending.

Regards Mike Nitska

TIDES (Integrated Coastal Ecosystem Science, Policy, and Management)

The NERRS Science Collaborative is issuing a call for applicants to TIDES, the new professional Masters program at the University of New Hampshire. The goal of TIDES (Training for the Integration of Decisions and Ecosystem Science) is to enhance the ability of coastal professionals to effectively link coastal and estuarine science to decision making. The emphasis of  the program is on setting up and managing collaborative partnerships from the earliest stage of knowledge generation and throughout the research process.

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Coastal Science Assistantship Program

The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) continues its support of a graduate assistantship opportunity called the Coastal Science Assistantship Program (CSAP).  This program provides graduate assistant salaries for three years to Master of Science students both enrolled full-time at Louisiana colleges/universities and involved in research relevant to Louisiana coastal protection and restoration efforts (see: THE MASTER PLAN - Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana).  The program will both expose students to CPRA activities and provide a potential avenue for recruitment of new CPRA personnel.

The Louisiana Sea Grant (LSG) College Program will administer these assistantships with funding provided by CPRA.  The assistantships will be available to all faculty pursuing appropriate coastal protection and restoration-related research at Louisiana colleges/universities to recruit new, outstanding graduate students.  Up to four new students will be funded each academic year based on evaluations of applications submitted by faculty members.  The annual student salary is $25,000 for three years; however, CSAP funds may also be used to defray costs for graduate assistant benefits and graduate assistant tuition as necessary under the policies and procedures of the various institutions.  The total award (salary plus benefits) will not exceed $25,000 per year for up to three years under any circumstances.  CSAP funds may not be expended on travel, supplies, equipment, or other such budget items.

Applications from faculty must be delivered to David Nieland (see below) by 16 December 2011; decisions on award of the assistantships will be made by CPRA before 30 January 2012.  Funding should be available 1 June 2012.  Complete information on CSAP plus program requirements and application procedures are available at Louisiana Sea Grant - Coastal Science Assistantship Program   For additional information, please contact either:

Jacquelyn A. H. Johnson Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority 420 Laurel Street, Suite 1200 Baton Rouge, LA  70804-4027 225-342-4676, jacquelyn.johnson@la.gov

David L. Nieland Louisiana Sea Grant College Program 233 Sea Grant Building Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, LA  70803-7507 225-578-6373, dniela@lsu.edu

LSU PhD assistantships

Beginning Fall 2012, research assistantships are available for students interested in pursuing Ph.D. degrees in LSU’s multi-disciplinary Donald W. Clayton Graduate Program in Engineering Science. Financial support includes a tuition waiver (including non-resident waiver) and stipend for up to four years contingent on satisfactory academic and research performance. Students should have a strong analytical background and a desire to conduct hurricane-related research. At a minimum, students must possess a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, geography or related field.
Funding opportunities are available for students interested in pursuing hurricane-related research, including computational and statistical analysis of hurricane damage data, building damage visualization, remote sensing damage assessment, and hurricane damage modeling.
The Donald W. Clayton Graduate Program in Engineering Science allows students to pursue graduate study and research in interdisciplinary areas that cross two or more disciplines in different departments or in program areas not currently associated with existing departments. This interdisciplinary program spans the fields of engineering, science, business, and even law. The college accepts qualified students with bachelor's or master's degrees in engineering or a pure or applied science to work toward a Ph.D. in this interdisciplinary program.
Interested students are encouraged to email a letter of interest and resume to Dr. Carol Friedland (friedland@lsu.edu). Fellowship funding through the College of Engineering is also available for outstanding students on a competitive basis. Information about the Engineering Science program is available at http://www.eng.lsu.edu/academics/gradprogs/engrsci/overview.

M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship Marine Ecology/ Fisheries

M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship

Marine Ecology/ Fisheries

School of Renewable Natural Resources, Louisiana State University

Responsibilities: We are seeking a highly self‐motivated graduate student to study the development of commer! cial blue crab bait. Responsibilities will include collection and maintenance of blue crabs, laboratory bioassays, field work, and interactions with commercial fishermen in Louisiana. Successful applicant can begin work Fall 2011 with official University degree start date Spring 2012.

Qualifications: BS in biology, marine science, fisheries, or related field with minimum GPA of 3.0 and GRE score of 1100. If selected, ap! plicant must apply through Louisiana State University.

Closing: July 15, 2011 (or until suitable candidate is found)

Contact: Send or email: CV or resume, contact information for three references, copies of transcripts and GRE scores to: Dr. Julie Anderson, 114 School of Renewable Natural Resources, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803; 

Contact Email Address: janderson@agcenter.lsu.edu

The University of the Virgin Islands Master of Marine and Environmental Science Program

The University of the Virgin Islands Master of Marine and Environmental
Science Program is please to announcement that applications for Fall
2011. This program is now in its forth year with graduates finding
exciting employment opportunities in research, natural resource
protection and education/outreach. I have attached two documents which
provide more details on the MMES program. Please do not hesitate to
contact me with any questions. Thank you.

Regards,
John Barimo, PhD

Director of Masters of Marine & Environmental Sciences Program Assistant
Professor of Biology University of the Virgin Islands
#2 John Brewers Bay
St Thomas, USVI 00802
Phone: 340-693-1457
http://mmes.uvi.edu/



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