PhD: Rangeland Ecology — Beavers, Streams & Restoration

Society For Range Management; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota State University invites applications for a Ph.D. position in Rangeland Ecology focused on beaver dam analogs in prairie streams of the Northern Great Plains. The Ph.D.

student will contribute to study design, data collection and analysis, and outreach products translating findings into management insights. Responsibilities include data collection, management of virtual fencing software, and scientific writing of a dissertation and manuscripts, with opportunities for stakeholder

Qualifications

• M.S. in rangeland ecology, natural resources, animal science, ecology, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Data collection on the effects of BDAs
• Data collection and management of virtual fencing software
• Data management and analysis using R statistical software
• Scientific writing, including a dissertation and peer‑reviewed manuscripts
• Stakeholder engagement and communication through workshops and Extension articles, etc.
• Professional development through conference presentations and networking
• Adherence to SDSU research compliance requirements (IACUC)

Skills

Data collection

Data management

Strong communication

Independent work

Time management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

M.S. in related field

Tools

R

Job description

South Dakota State University invites applications for a Ph.D. position in Rangeland Ecology focused on beaver dam analogs in prairie streams of the Northern Great Plains. The Ph.D.

student will contribute to study design, data collection and analysis, and outreach products translating findings into management insights. Responsibilities include data collection, management of virtual fencing software, and scientific writing of a dissertation and manuscripts, with opportunities for stakeholder