Date of posting here January 19, 2009 Type of position MS - Graduate Research Assistant Employer Michigan Tech University Description of Employer 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. Location Houghton, MI Description of Location Michigan Tech is located in the snowbelt (>200” annual snowfall) of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on the south shore of Lake Superior. Michigan Tech is in the small town of Houghton, which was rated as one of the top 10 U.S. adrenaline outposts by National Geographic Adventure Magazine and boasts excellent skiing, hiking, kayaking and mountain biking. Salary ~15,000/yr stipend Closing date of competition Open until filled Date position available June 1, 2009 Description of duties The successful applicant will lead a project studying the legacy effect of invasive plant competition on biomass production and subsequent economic implications of weeds on the biofuel crop switchgrass. Field work will be conducted locally and at a partner research facility approximately 3 hrs drive. As the project is experiment-based, extensive field work will be required. However, it is expected that the student will research and develop complimentary greenhouse experiments. Qualifications sought A background in forestry, botany, community ecology, weed science, or agronomy is desirable; as well as, an interest in the application of statistical methods and applied ecology. Proficiency in spoken and written English is a necessity. Contact for additional information Catherine Tarasoff ctarasof@mtu.edu Application procedure   Submit what Interested persons should send a cover letter, GRE scores, curriculum vitae including names and contact information for three references, and any other relevant materials to Dr. Tarasoff by email at ctarasof@mtu.edu. Submit to Catherine Tarasoff ctarasof@mtu.edu