University of Maine School of Forest Resources · Maine · assistantship · posted yesterday
Graduate Research Assistantship in Tree Ecophysiology Starting Fall 2027 The University of Maine’s School of Forest Resources is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to study tree ecophysiology in Maine. The position will be advised by Dr. Jay Wason, Associate Professor of Forest Ecosystem Physiology. This fully funded research assistantship (RA) is part of larger multidisciplinary efforts in the Wason Lab assessing management and conservation of the Acadian Forest. The research will focus on leveraging our extensive network of automated point dendrometers on trees to improve our understanding of: ● The environmental and physiological drivers of daily tree growth and stem shrinkage ● How environmental stressors and canopy position interact to control daily tree growth ● How models of daily tree growth scale to annual tree growth and forest-level productivity Requirements: Masters degree in a closely related field and author of at least one peer-reviewed publication (or an advanced draft for review). Applicants should be able to demonstrate experience with: advanced statistical modeling, field and/or lab methods related to forest-tree biology, and leading independent research. Assistantship: This position is a 20 hr/week assistantship subject to the requirements and benefits outlined in the current Graduate Student Workers collective bargaining agreement. These include a 12-month stipend of $31,333 for PhD students, partial coverage of health and dental insurance, and a tuition waiver. To Apply: These positions will remain open until filled. Interviews begin as early as November 2026. Submit your application here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcJitpXpM3G42FV9eDS1Jg06Ovo0HbKvUcJDRk6-1e8UZVLA/viewform?usp=dialog Questions can be addressed to jay.wason@maine.edu The University of Maine is an equal opportunity institution committed to nondiscrimination.
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