University of Nevada Las Vegas, School of Life Sciences · Nevada · assistantship · posted today
Hello Ecolog: Are you interested in studying dry ecosystems in the southwestern United States? My lab has collected datasets capturing unique locations, vegetation attributes, and meteorological events in deserts, woodlands, and forests in Arizona and Nevada. *I am recruiting a student who would like to use these datasets and other techniques to design and carry out scientific studies focused on unique and novel aspects of the meteorological, temperature, and water dynamics of dryland ecosystems. *Our lab explores the mechanisms of ecosystem change using techniques and data sources from field sampling and experiments, remote sensing and instrumentation, and modeling. The selected student will have the opportunity to learn and assist with these as part of their training, and work on new lab projects. Applicants are welcome to visit the lab website ( https://unlv-ecohydrology.mystrikingly.com/) and email me ( matthew.petrie@unlv.edu). *Please note that UNLV does not allow faculty to “pre-evaluate” applicants before they apply to the graduate program* ( https://www.unlv.edu/admissions/graduate/apply). This means that I cannot provide feedback on applicant qualifications, likelihood of being accepted, etc. I can however discuss the opportunity, answer questions, and provide more detail about potential projects, benefits, and related items. The anticipated start date is August, 2027. This position will be housed within the School of Life Sciences at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (https://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences). UNLV is a Carnegie R1 research university, and is one of the most diverse campuses in the nation. In addition to nightlife, dining, and entertainment options, Las Vegas offers extensive year-round outdoor recreation, a ski area, and ten US National Parks and the Pacific Ocean within a day’s drive. A successful applicant will have most of the following: – M.A. or M.S. degree in a STEM field – Peer reviewed publication(s) – Data analysis experience – GIS experience – Interest in ecological research – Writing skills Thank you for your consideration!
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