[Nwfsc] RA's, Savanna ecology and biogeochemistry

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M.S. and Ph.D. graduate research assistantships in savanna ecology and
biogeochemistry are
available in the School of Natural Resources, University of Arizona. The
positions will contribute to
a multi-investigator field and simulation modeling project quantifying tree-
and landscape-scale
spatial variation in plant and soil carbon and nitrogen pools
(http://ag.arizona.edu/research/
archer/USDA/USDAhome.html).   Research will address current uncertainties in
woody plant
encroachment effects on C and N sequestration on sites with contrasting land
use histories in
mesquite (Prosopis velutina) savannas on the Santa Rita Experimental Range
in southern Arizona
(http://ag.arizona.edu/srer). Qualifications include a B.S. or M.S. in
natural resources, ecology,
soils, biology, chemistry, geology, or related discipline. Ability to work
in a team context is highly
desirable; for Ph.D. student, experience with chemical analysis of soils and
plants is requisite.
Assistantships include a full tuition waiver and a stipend of ~$15,000/y.
Starting date is flexible,
but should occur between January and August 2005. Statements of interest
should include cover
letter, resume including relevant coursework, and contact information for
three references.
Positions will remain open until filled.  Funding duration is 2 y (M.S.) and
3 y (Ph.D.), with
continuation dependent on performance and funding. See
http://www.ag.arizona.edu/snr/ for
admission requirements.  Send queries and statements of interest to: Steve
Archer, School of
Natural Resources, PO Box 210043, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721,
sarcher at ag.arizona.edu.



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