Graduate Research Assistant: Ecology & Remote Sensing

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Tuition coverage

Health insurance

Job summary

A prestigious university in Louisiana is offering a research assistantship for a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy in Forestry. The role involves leading research on bottomland hardwood forest ecosystems and studying various stressors affecting forest species. Candidates must have a B.S. in Forestry, strong quantitative skills, and good communication abilities, with the opportunity for collaboration with faculty and agencies. Financial support is provided for up to four years.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a B.S. in Forestry or a related field.
• Strong quantitative skills and knowledge of forest ecology are required.
• Good communication skills and expectations to publish research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research projects on bottomland hardwood forest ecosystems.
• Study impact of stressors on forest species and investigate management alternatives.
• Utilize remote sensing applications and collaborate with faculty and agencies.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Knowledge of forest ecology

Good communication skills

Education

B.S. in Forestry or related field

Tools

Remote sensing

GIS

Statistical analysis (R/Python)

Experimental design

Forest inventory

Soil assays

Data management

Job description

A prestigious university in Louisiana is offering a research assistantship for a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy in Forestry. The role involves leading research on bottomland hardwood forest ecosystems and studying various stressors affecting forest species. Candidates must have a B.S. in Forestry, strong quantitative skills, and good communication abilities, with the opportunity for collaboration with faculty and agencies. Financial support is provided for up to four years.