I am seeking a highly qualified M.S. student to conduct a funded research

project on spotted skunk habitat use. The research project will involve

intensive capture and tracking efforts of eastern spotted skunks in

Alabama=E2=80=99s Conecuh National Forest and Blue Spring WMA. The graduate=

student

will need to spend long periods of time in the field. While conducting

research, the student will be housed at the Solon Dixon Forestry Education

Center and given access to a 4WD truck. A $12,000 stipend and tuition

wavier will be provided the first year. The second year of funding will be

contingent on grant renewal or by applying for a graduate teaching

assistantship. The selected individual will enroll in the graduate program

of the Biology Department at the University of West Georgia beginning

January 2018.

Please email a PDF application containing a letter of interest, CV,

unofficial transcripts, GRE scores, and contact information for three

professional references to Dr. Andrew Edelman, aedelman@westga.edu.  Please

include =E2=80=9CSkunk GRA=E2=80=9D as the subject line of the email. Revie=

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applications will begin immediately.

*Minimum Qualifications*

B.S. in biology, wildlife ecology, or related field with at least a 3.0 GPA

on a 4.0 scale

Minimum GRE scores: Verbal 150, Math 150, Writing 3.0

Strong experience in ecological/wildlife research at the undergraduate or

post-baccalaureate level

Excellent quantitative, writing, and oral communication skills

Willingness to spend extensive periods at a semi-remote location

Ability to hike across rough terrain under a variety of weather conditions

while hauling heavy equipment

Orienteering skills

Ability to drive 4WD vehicle

*Preferred Qualifications*

Proficient in radio-telemetry techniques

Experience in animal handling and camera trap methods

Current rabies vaccination

Basic training in GIS and statistics

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