Natural Resources Job Board

 Responsibilities: We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to conduct research aimed at quantifying stream fish distribution and community structure in southeastern U.S. managed forest landscapes. Responsibilities will include leading a crew conducting stream fish and habitat surveys; geospatial and statistical analyses; writing a research proposal, thesis, and technical reports; and completing coursework pursuant to a MS degree. The candidate will work closely with an energetic group of university, forest products sector, and agency collaborators.
 

Candidates must have: 
·        A bachelor’s degree in fisheries, ecology, biology, or equivalent 

·        Competitive practical experience in fish/stream/freshwater research 

·        Demonstrated excellence in written, verbal, and quantitative skills 

·        A valid US driver’s license 

Ideal candidates will have some combination of experience in: 
·        Working in streams, particularly in the southeastern US 

·        Working in remote areas under adverse conditions 

·        Leading and working in mobile field crews 

·        Backpack electrofishing 

·        Habitat surveys 

·        Fish ecology 

·        Working with staff from agencies, nongovernmental organizations, forest landowners, etc. 

·        Analysis using R software, GIS, etc. 

·        Scientific writing and communication 

To apply, please send application packets to Drs. Luke Bower (lmbower@clemson.edu) and Brandon Peoples (peoples@clemson.edu) with the subject “MS application: working forests”. Packets should include in a single PDF 1) a cover letter describing your interest in the project and career goals, 2) your CV, including at least 3 references, and 3) unofficial transcripts. The GRE is not required for admission to Clemson or to work with our team, but applicants may also include GRE scores if they think it will improve their packet.