New Mexico State University · New Mexico · posted today
The Department of Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology at New Mexico State University is seeking a motivated Master of Science (M.S.) student to study nest predation dynamics in an imperiled desert songbird, the Bendire’s Thrasher. Field work will take place March-June of each year. The successful candidate will join a collaborative research team to continue a long-term dataset on breeding Bendire’s Thrashers in southwest New Mexico. This will include Drs. Martha Desmond and Fitsum Gebreselassie as well as a current Ph.D. student. This project will provide the MS student with in-state tuition and 2.5 years of tuition waiver. Qualifications: BS in Wildlife, ecology, or related field. Ability to work independently and part of a collaborative team. Demonstrated field experience and ability to follow through on project deliverables. The successful candidate must be capable of working under strenuous conditions for extended periods of time, able to work alone or part of a team. Experience with bird identification by sight and sound, and capturing and handling passerines will be important. Candidates should have strong writing and communication skills and demonstrated quantitative skills. To Apply: Send a single email file attachment that includes: 1) a cover letter that indicates your interest and qualifications for the position, including experience and skills in data analysis as well as proficiency with R and GIS, 2) a resume, 3) names and contact information for 3 professional references, and 4) copies of all transcripts (unofficial are acceptable), to Martha Desmond, Department of Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology, New Mexico State University at mdesmond@nmsu.edu. Please put “Bendire’s Thrasher MS Application” in the subject line.
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