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Research Assistantship in Forest Soils / Land Reclamation The opportunity: An M.Sc./Ph.D. student position is available with the forest soils group within the Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Alberta. This project is funded by the oilsands industry and the Alberta government. Funding for research costs and stipend (at the NSERC or a competitive rate) is available. The project: The project aims to gain a better understanding of soil-plant relationships in the oilsands, particularly the relationship between soil nitrogen availability indices, nutrient status, and growth performance of major boreal forest species in the oilsands region of northern Alberta. We will explore the factors limiting tree growth in different stand types and under different site conditions. Research results will be used for advancing our understanding of equivalent land capability and supporting policy development for land conservation and reclamation in the oilsands region. Required qualifications: Students with training/experience in soil science, ecology, botany, forestry, environmental sciences are encouraged to apply. Those with a degree in areas other than soil science should at least have taken a couple of courses in soil science. The applicant should have a solid undergraduate academic achievement (GPA), have strong organizational and writing skills, and be highly motivated, creative, self-directed and independent. Experience with datalogging techniques, soil fertility/chemistry, and forest ecology is a plus but training will be provided. Students with a valid driver's license are preferred as field work is required for this position. Starting date: May 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter. How to apply: Please submit CV (including a statement of research interests and names of references) and transcripts (scanned is fine) to: Scott Chang, (780) 492-6375, scott.chang@ualberta.ca |
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