Por cortesía del doctor José Luis Pantoja PhD., Investigador Prometeo que presta sus servicios profesionales en la Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas (ESPE), en el Departamento de Ciencias de la Agricultura, les ofrecemos esta oferta de Beca para estudiar Ciencias del Suelo en North Carolina State University
NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY – NCSU
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES
DEPT. OF SOIL SCIENCE
GRADUATE RESARCH ASSISTANTSHIP
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD. student interested in soil science. Selected candidate will work independently and with assistance on Soil Microbial Ecology research exploring the impacts of different land uses (i.e., forests, agriculture, and waste sites) on soil microbial community structure and diversity. Traditional and novel microbiological and biogeochemical experiments, using innovative molecular biology, spectroscopic and bioinformatics techniques will be employed to understand the linkages between soil microbes and biogeochemical processes related to metabolic functioning. A significant outreach component will allow for interaction with high school students, teachers, and the public. Associated activities consist of data analysis; travel to collaborating laboratories to conduct experiments; report and manuscript preparation; and presentation of research at local, regional, and national meetings.
The department faculty provides diverse expertise in environmental and soil science, as well as fundamental knowledge of the physical, chemical, and biological processes that are key to understanding issues associated with these disciplines. Outstanding NCSU faculty and strong collaborations make us an internationally recognized center for innovative research and graduate training. We seek high quality students pursuing careers in soil and environmental science. The Raleigh-Durham area, where NCSU campus is located, consistently ranks among the best places to live in the United States, largely due to its vibrant intellectual community and ample access to recreational and cultural activities.
Qualifications
. M.S. degree in Soil Science, Biogeochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Bioinformatics, Metagenomics, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
. Resume or C.V.
. Letter of intent.
. Academic transcripts.
. TOEFL scores for international students.
. GRE scores.
. At least two letters of recommendation with contact information.
The selected candidate will start on Spring or Fall 2015.
Benefits
. Annual stipend of $22,000 ($1830 per month).
. Full tuition.
. Research expenses.
. Traveling expenses for attending meetings and conferences
. Health insurance.
Contact information
For further details about this position, applicants are encouraged to contact:
Terrence Gardner, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Soil Science
Email: terrence_gardner@ncsu.edu
Phone: 001 (919) 515-7000
Applications may be submitted online through the NCSU Graduate School (see the “Apply to Graduate School” option at www.ncsu.edu/grad/).
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