Ph.D. Assistantship- Human Behavioral Ecology, Boise State University, Idaho, USA
GRADUATE
ASSISTANTSHIP (Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior) - at Boise
State University. A position is available for a Ph.D. student in human
behavioral ecology interested in one of the following research topics:
sexual conflict, parent-offspring conflict, parental investment,
reproductive-decision making, or kin cooperation and conflict. The
student will propose a PhD project in their application materials.
Qualifications
We
are seeking someone who 1) possesses quantitative and statistical
skills, 2) wants to conduct international fieldwork, and 3) has a
passion for using behavioral ecological models to understand human
behavior. Competitive students
will have a Master’s degree and a background in evolutionary
anthropology or behavioral ecology. Please address your qualification
for each of these points in your cover letter and note any foreign
language skills. The position starts Fall (Aug) 2018.
Stipend and tuition and fees
This
position includes support in the form of a graduate assistantship
(renewable, 12-month at $25,000), tuition and fee waiver, and health
insurance.
About the program and Boise
The
Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior PhD is a new and modern graduate
program at Boise State University. This program brings together faculty
from across multiple academic departments including biological sciences,
geosciences, anthropology, and the human-environment systems group to
offer relevant courses and provide unique mentorship and training
opportunities. Further, we have created a network of valuable
connections in academia, local relationships with federal and state
agencies, nonprofits and NGOs, as well as partnerships with
international organizations all dedicated to providing students with
transformative research and educational experiences for diverse career
opportunities. To learn more, please visit: http://eeb.boisestate.edu/.
Students
in this program enjoy living in the beautiful city of Boise, which
strikes a perfect balance with close-by outdoor recreational activities
as well as a vibrant downtown life. Nestled in the foothills of the
Rocky Mountains and the capital of the State of Idaho, Boise is
frequently featured as a top-ranked metropolis. The city has ample
opportunities for world-class outdoor activities year round and a
thriving arts and entertainment culture. In 2017, US News and World
report ranked Boise the 12th best city to live in the United States.
To Apply
Please
send via email in a single file attachment (include your last name in
the file name): a cover letter that states qualifications, proposed PhD
project, and career goals, a CV with the names and contacts for 3 references, copies of transcripts (unofficial are O.K.) and GRE scores and percentiles (not combined) to kristinsnopkowski@boisestate.edu. Please put “PhD application” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until December 15, 2017. If
you do not have GRE scores by the deadline your application cannot be
considered. Top candidates will be asked to formally apply to Boise
State’s EEB program by January 20. All admission decisions must be
approved by the Graduate Dean.
Boise
State University embraces and welcomes diversity in its faculty,
student body, and staff. Accordingly, applicants who would add to the
diversity and excellence of our academic community are encouraged to
apply.