M.S. or Ph.D. assistantship in
Human Dimension of Citizen Science (application deadline: Feb. 17, 2020).
The
College of Natural Resources (CNR) at North Carolina State University invites applications for an M.S. or Ph.D.-level assistantship beginning in Fall 2020 (start
dates negotiable). The successful applicant will work under the supervision of
Dr. Lincoln
Larson (Dept. of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management) and
Dr. Caren Cooper
(Dept. of Forestry and Environmental Resources) and to pursue a degree in
Parks, Recreation
& Tourism Management,
Fisheries,
Wildlife & Conservation Biology, or
Natural Resources.
The student will join our team, supported by an
NSF-Advanced Informal STEM Learning (AISL) grant,
investigating the potential of multi-project platforms for improving the experiences of citizen scientists. The 5-year study focuses on SciStarter,
the largest repository of citizen science projects in the world, and uses a variety of techniques to increase the capacity of citizen science to achieve broader goals for both science and society.
The student will study citizen science as a form of recreation that provides a variety of health and wellness benefits, helping the research team examine engagement trajectories
across multiple projects (e.g., shifts from online to offline or field-based participation), the factors that motivate these shifts, and the diverse benefits that volunteers derive as engagement deepens. Results will inform shared management of volunteers
across a diverse array of projects and reveal ways citizen science can contribute to health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities & Opportunities (vary by degree objective):
Required Qualifications:
·
Meet admissions requirements of the NC State Graduate School
Desired Qualifications:
Assistantship Package:
The assistantship provides a competitive stipend, tuition, student fees, and health insurance. It assumes 20 hours per week dedicated to the project and 20 hours dedicated
to coursework. The M.S. position is renewable for up to 2 years based on satisfactory progress. The Ph.D. position is renewable for up to 4 years based on satisfactory progress.
Starting Date:
The negotiable starting date for the assistantships is
August 15, 2020.
How to Apply: Please begin the application process by sending an
email copying both Dr. Lincoln Larson ([log in to unmask])
and Dr. Caren Cooper ([log in to unmask]), attaching
the the following items in one PDF document:
1)
Letter of Intent (personal statement describing relevant experience and research interests, should also specify preferred assistantship – MS or PhD)
2)
Resume or CV
3)
Contact Information for 3 Academic References
The position will remain open until filled, with all applications submitted by
February 17, 2020 receiving full consideration. If selected for the position, applicants will be asked to
submit
an online application to the NC State Graduate School.
M.S. or Ph.D. assistantship in
Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conservation (application deadline: Feb. 24, 2020).
The
Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (PRTM) at North Carolina State University invites applications for an MS or PhD-level research assistantship
beginning in Fall 2020. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of
Dr.
Lincoln Larson on a study
evaluating college students’ beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors related to wildlife conservation and wildlife-related recreation activities (e.g., hunting, fishing, wildlife watching).
Particular emphasis will be placed on the outdoor recreation recruitment, retention, and reactivation (R3) of college students from non-traditional backgrounds.
The research project is supported by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NC WRC), and it builds on the work of an ongoing U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Multistate Project that includes
a
team of researchers and practitioners from universities and wildlife agencies across 23 states. Results of the project will inform research and practice that impacts
the future of R3 and wildlife conservation efforts across the United States.
Key Responsibilities & Opportunities:
·
Writing & Communication: Assist or lead in developing academic presentations,
peer-reviewed journal articles, non-technical reports, outreach materials, and other deliverables related to R3 and wildlife recreation/conservation.
·
Teaching & Mentoring:
Train and supervise undergraduate research assistants and serve as a teaching assistant in PRTM courses. Interact with leaders of student organizations to support campus-wide R3 efforts.
Required Qualifications:
·
Meet admissions requirements of the NC State Graduate School (found
here)
Desired Qualifications:
Assistantship Package:
The assistantship provides an annual stipend of $20,000 that also includes tuition, student fees, health insurance, and funds to support professional development. It assumes
20 hours per week dedicated to research and teaching and 20 hours dedicated to coursework. Position is renewable for up to 3 years based on satisfactory progress.
Starting Date:
The targeted (negotiable) starting date for the assistantship is
August 17, 2020.
How to Apply: Please begin the application process by sending an
email to Dr. Lincoln Larson ([log in to unmask])
with the following items in one PDF document:
1)
Letter of Intent (personal statement describing relevant experience and research interests)
2)
Resume or CV
3)
Contact Information for 3 Academic References
Position will remain open until filled, with all applications submitted by
February 24, 2020 receiving full consideration. If selected for the position, applicants will be asked to
submit
an online application to the NC State Graduate School.