GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP (Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior) – at
Boise State University. A position is available for a Ph.D. student to
study Interactions among wildfire, climate, vegetation, and geomorphic
response over modern to Holocene timescales. Likely projects include
examining the role of fire in longer-term (1000 yr) erosion rates, how
changes in vegetation cover over time and space change post-fire erosion,
the use of Structure from Motion in examining post-fire erosion, and
changes in fire regimes in sagebrush steppe ecosystems, and the use of
remote sensing techniques in assessing smoke impacts from wildfires.
*Qualifications*
We are seeking someone who is skilled using GIS and other tools of spatial
analysis, has field experience in the general realms of geomorphology
and/or landscape ecology, is adept at working with large datasets, and has
a strong background in general science and math. Competitive students will
have a Master=E2=80=99s degree, a background in Geosciences or Ecology, and has
published the results of their master=E2=80=99s work in a peer-reviewed journal.
Please address your qualification for each of these points in your cover
letter. The position starts Fall (Aug) 2018.
*Stipend and tuition and fees*
This position includes support in the form of a graduate assistantships
(renewable, 12-month at $25,000), tuition and fee waiver, and health
insurance.
*About the program and Boise*
The Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior PhD is a new and modern graduate
program at Boise State University. This program brings together faculty
from across multiple academic departments including biological sciences,
geosciences, anthropology, and the human-environment systems group to offer
relevant courses and provide unique mentorship and training
opportunities. Further,
we have created a network of valuable connections in academia, local
relationships with federal and state agencies, nonprofits and NGOs, as well
as partnerships with international organizations all dedicated to providing
students with transformative research and educational experiences for
diverse career opportunities. To learn more, please visit:
<http://eeb.boisestate.edu/>http://eeb.boisestate.edu/.
Students in this program enjoy living in the beautiful city of Boise, which
strikes a perfect balance with close-by outdoor recreational activities as
well as a vibrant downtown life. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky
Mountains and the capital of the State of Idaho, Boise is frequently
featured as a top-ranked metropolis. The city has ample opportunities for
world-class outdoor activities year round and a thriving arts and
entertainment culture. In 2017, US News and World report ranked Boise the
12th best city to live in the United States. To learn more, please view
=E2=80=9CVisit Boise=E2=80=9D link at: https://www.cityofboise.org/
*To Apply*
Please send via email in a single file attachment (include your last name
in the file name): a cover letter that states qualifications and career
goals, a CV with the names and contacts for 3 references, copies of
transcripts (unofficial are O.K.) and GRE scores and percentiles (not
combined) to Jen Pierce (email: jenpierce@boisestate.edu). Please put =E2=80=9CPhD
application=E2=80=9D in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed as they are
received until December 01, 2017. If you do not have GRE scores by the
deadline your application cannot be considered. Top candidates will be
asked to formally apply to Boise State=E2=80=99s EEB program by January 20, 2018. All
admission decisions must be approved by the Graduate Dean.
Boise State University embraces and welcomes diversity in its faculty,
student body, and staff. Accordingly, applicants who would add to the
diversity and excellence of our academic community are encouraged to apply.