Por cortesía del doctor José Luis Pantoja PhD., Consultor independiente, presentamos esta oferta de becas para estudiar agricultura en la Universidad de Meryland

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Dept. of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture
M.S./Ph.D Graduate Assistantships
Project title
Cover crop effects on water and N dynamics

Description

Seeking motivated graduate students to start September 2016 in a multi-disciplinary degree (Agronomy, Soil Science, and Ecology) in the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture at the University of Maryland. Research will investigate the effects of cover crops on water and N dynamics in agronomic cropping systems. Students will have the opportunity to conduct field and laboratory studies as well as work with process-based water and N models. Our labs take a systems approach to evaluating agricultural sustainability and work closely with farmers to determine how best the scientific community can meet the needs of practitioners. Applicants must, therefore, be excellent communicators and listeners who thrive in collaborative environments.

Qualifications

Ph.D and M.S. applicants should have a solid foundation in soil science, agronomy, ecology, statistics and/or modeling. Ph.D. applicants should have earned a degree at the master’s level or above in the study of soil science, agronomy, or agroecology. However, applicants with significant field, lab, or work experience will also be considered. Candidates must be able to work both independently and as a member of a team. Preference will be given to those with field and laboratory experience – don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty. Integrity, enthusiasm, and creativity are required.

Application requirements

. CV or resume
. Application letter.
. Transcripts of grades.
. TOEFL scores for international students.
. GRE scores are highly recommended.
. At least three letters of recommendation with contact information.

Contact

Dr. Steven Mirsky: e-mail steven.mirsky@ars.usda.gov(USDA-ARS), and Dr. Kate Tully: e-mail kltully@umd.edu (UMD).

For more information on the graduate program and links to apply, please visit: http://psla.umd.edu/academic-programs/plantbiology-biotechnology-programs/plant-biology-and-biotechnology-graduate

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