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Open Graduate Assistantship Positions
Michigan Tech is an equal opportunity educational institution/equal opportunity employer
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Loret Miller Ruppee Peace Corps Master's International Program.
The Peace Corps Master's International Program in Forestry allows you to combine Peace Corps service with graduate school. The Master's International Program at Michigan Tech is open to students from any undergraduate academic background. We offer Master of Science in Forestry and Master of Science in Forest Ecology and Management degrees. More information.
M.S. or Ph.D Graduate Research Assistantship in Forest Soils/Soil Productivity
Advised by Dr. Martin Jurgensen - posted December 15, 2009
A graduate research assistantship in forest soil/soil productivity is available to work on the Long-term Soil Productivity Study (LTSP). The LTSP is a cooperative U.S. Forest Service, university, and industry study, which addresses the relationship of organic matter, soil porosity, and forest management to soil productivity across a range of forest ecosystems throughout the United States and Canada (http://forest.moscowfsl.wsu.edu/smp/ltsp/ltsp_brochure.pdf).
The successful candidate will work with University and U.S. Forest Service scientists on changes in above- and below-ground C after timber harvesting three trembling aspen (Populous tremuloides) sites in Michigan and Minnesota. A B.S. or M.S. in forestry, soil science, ecology, environmental science, or a closely-related field is required. The assistantship comes with a competitive stipend, and covers the cost of tuition and fees. The start date is summer 2010. For more information on this assistantship or the on-going LTSP project, contact Dr. Martin Jurgensen (mfjurgen@mtu.edu) or Dr. Chris Swanston (cswanston@fs.fed.us).
Michigan Technological University is located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and is one of the nation’s premier forestry and environmental science universities. The area also offers outstanding year-round recreation opportunities.
Applicants will need GRE scores, one-page statement of professional interests, curriculum vitae, and the name and contact information for three references. Please consult the following webpage for information on the graduate program and application procedures (http://forest.mtu.edu/gradstudies/prospective.htm).
Ph.D. Graduate Research Assistantship in Sustainable Biomass / Bioenergy
Advised by Dr. Robert Froese - posted November 1, 2009
Michigan is at the forefront of a transportation energy revolution. Frontier Renewable Resources LLC has selected Michigan to be the home of the first commercial-scale lignocellulosic bioethanol facility in the United States, fed entirely using woody biomass sourced locally and providing green energy for tomorrow’s transportation needs. Frontier has partnered with Michigan Technological University in the State’s first Center of Energy Excellence to address key research questions about the sustainable production of biomass feedstocks for the ethanol plant.
A graduate research assistantship is available at the Ph.D. level, working with Dr. Robert Froese, to address core questions necessary for the social, economic and environmental viability of the bioethanol enterprise. The successful applicant will be involved in ongoing research efforts which include biomass feedstock inventory, availability and supply estimation, GIS and Remote Sensing based models of biomass stocks, and inventory and carbon sequestration in native and cultivated forests and production systems using switchgrass.
A background in GIS and remote-sensing techniques is required, as well as interest in application of statistical or quantitative methods in scientific investigations. Experience in forestry, ecosystem science, soil science, or agronomy is ideal but strong interest will suffice. Proficiency in spoken and written English is an absolute necessity. The assistantship comes with a competitive stipend and covers the cost of tuition and fees. Supplementary support including discretionary travel funds is anticipated for very strong candidates.
Michigan Tech is one of the Nation’s premier Forestry and Environmental Science Universities. The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science has been ranked fourth in the nation for scholarly productivity among forestry schools, and first in North America based on citations per faculty member. Well-established partnerships with the USDA Northern Research Station and the Northern Institute for Applied Carbon Science enhance opportunities for scholarly collaboration. The university is located in the Houghton, Michigan near the shores of Lake Superior, and offers superb outdoor recreation opportunities in a modern, safe small city community.
The start date is spring semester 2010. Interested persons should send GRE scores, one-page statement of professional interests, curriculum vitae including names and contact information for two references, and any other relevant materials to Dr. Froese by email at froese@mtu.edu. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2009.
Michigan Tech is an equal opportunity educational institution/equal opportunity employer
MS.Assistantship in Bioinformatics
Advised by Dr. Hairong Wei - posted
October 22, 2009
A graduate research assistantship at MS level is available in the laboratory of Dr. Hairong Wei (www.forest.mtu.edu/faculty/wei/) at School of Forest Resources & Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University (MTU). The research duties of this position includes developing novel computational approaches to infer gene functions with microarray data from poplar, and web applications (tools) with JSP, or PHP, and MySQL.
Applicants should have interest in developing a career in bioinformatics systems biology. Those who have skills and experience in at least one of the following two areas are encouraged to apply: Computer programming (in particular web application), gene expression data analysis. Strong ability in data manipulation using programming languages like R/SAS, perl, java, and C is anticipated. The candidate should possess the ability to work independently and the attitude to work cooperatively in a team environment. A background in either machine learning or molecular biology will be a plus, though not a requirement.
Expected start date: January 2010
Interested candidates should send a resume highlighting their experience and interests, GRE scores (TOEFL is required for international students), and names and email addresses of three references to Dr. Hairong Wei (hairong@mtu.edu)
Michigan Tech is an equal opportunity education institution/equal opportunity employer.
Ph. D. Graduate Research Assistantship in
Remote Sensing for Quantitative Ecosystem Studies
Advised by Dr. Michael Falkowski - posted
Sept. 8, 2009
A Ph.D. research assistantship in remote sensing for quantitative ecosystem studies is available in the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science at Michigan Technological University. The position will focus on further developing emerging remote sensing technologies (e.g., LiDAR) for ecosystem assessment and inventory. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, innovative, and posses a MS degree in Forest Science, Ecology, Biology, Geography or related field. Start date is negotiable; however, spring semester 2010 is ideal. The assistantship includes a full tuition wavier and a competitive stipend.
The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science is located in a 93,000-square-foot teaching and research facility, and has state-of-the-art computing equipment, including remote sensing/GIS teaching and research laboratories (http://forest.mtu.edu/). Michigan Tech is also home to the Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences Institute (EPSSI), which is comprised of over twenty faculty focused upon promoting interdisciplinary research and education in various aspects of remote sensing (http://www.epssi.mtu.edu/). The University’s close proximity to vast expanses of Northern Hardwood Forest make it an ideal location to conduct research on remote sensing of forested ecosystems.
Interested persons should e-mail GRE scores, a statement of professional interests, curriculum vitae including names and contact information for three references, a writing sample, and any other relevant materials to Dr. Michael Falkowski (mjfalkow@mtu.edu). Review of applications will begin on September 15th, 2009. Please consult the following webpage for additional information regarding the graduate program and associated application procedures (http://forest.mtu.edu/gradstudies/prospective.htm).
Michigan Tech is an equal opportunity education institution/equal opportunity employer.
Ph. D. Graduate Research Assistantship in Population Genomics
Biotechnology Research Center
Advised by Dr. Oliver Gailing - posted
June 17, 2009
A Ph.D. research assistantship in population and quantitative genetics with a major focus on forest trees is immediately available (see Gailing et al., 2009 in press Physiologia Plantarum, Gailing et al. 2008, Global Change Biology 14:1934-1946., Curtu et al. 2007, BMC Evolutionary Biology. Doi: 10.1186/1471-21-48-7-218.). You will be involved in a project that employs molecular genetic and genomic tools for dissecting the genetic basis of forest trees adaptation to changing and variable environments. You will be part of Michigan Tech's Ph. D. in Forest Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology graduate program and will have ample opportunities to interact with other faculty, research scientists and graduate students (http://forest.mtu.edu/gradstudies/prospective.htm).
An MS degree earned in the field of plant molecular biology or population genetics is essential. A background in evolutionary biology and population genetics is highly desirable. You should be familiar with molecular genetic techniques, e.g. DNA extraction, PCR, fragment analysis, sequencing and cloning. Selection will be based on academic achievements, reference letters and previous research experience. An on-Campus personal interview may be required. Tuition and fees waiver and a standard stipend package commensurate with your experience will be offered.
Send resume highlighting your experience and interests, GRE scores (TOEFL required for international students), and names and email addresses of three references to Dr. O. Gailing (ogailing@mtu.edu ), Assistant Professor for “Ecogenomics”, School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 49931. Please visit http://forest.mtu.edu/faculty/gailing for more information on our research programs.
Michigan Tech is an equal opportunity education institution/equal opportunity employer.
Ph. D. Graduate Research Assistantship in Cellulose biosynthesis of poplars
Biotechnology Research Center
School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI
Advised by Dr. C. P. Joshi - posted January 2, 2008
A Ph.D. research assistantship in cellulose biosynthesis of poplar trees is immediately available for manipulation of cellulose biosynthesis in transgenic trees (see Joshi et al. New Phytologist 164: 53-61, 2004 and Joshi and Mansfield, Current Opinion in Plant Biol. 10: 220-227, 2007 for background information). You will be involved in a project that employs molecular biological tools for dissecting cellulose biosynthetic processes active during wood formation in poplars. You will be part of Michigan Tech's Ph. D. in Forest Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology graduate program and will have ample opportunities to interact with other faculty, research scientists and graduate students (http://forest.mtu.edu/gradstudies/prospective.htm).
An MS degree earned in the field of plant molecular biology or biochemistry is essential. In addition, some prior experience with plant tissues culture is highly desirable. Therefore, candidates with strong background in plant molecular biology and tissue culture should apply. Selection will be based on academic achievements, reference letters and previous research experience. An on-Campus personal interview may be required. Tuition and fees waiver and a standard stipend package commensurate with your experience will be offered.
Send resume highlighting your experience and interests, GRE scores (TOEFL required for international students), and names and email addresses of three references to Dr. C.P. Joshi (cpjoshi@mtu.edu ), Director, Biotechnology Research Center, School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 49931. Please visit http://forest.mtu.edu/faculty/joshi for more information on our research programs.
Michigan Tech is an equal opportunity educational institution/equal opportunity employer
Last updated:
December 15, 2009
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