Deadline: Fri, 12/08/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: West Virginia University Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Assistantship Location: West Virginia Location Detail: Morgantown, West Virginia Job Description: As a Ph.D. Research Assistant on the Carbon Environmental Management System project, you will play a pivotal role in the evaluation and validation of the Environmental Management System (EMS) process and associated management activities. This includes: • Collaboration with state-lands managers to ensure accuracy and relevance of management activities. • Development of data collection protocols and attributes for the EMS. • Contribution to the creation of a comprehensive white paper assessing the effectiveness of the Forest Management Activities/EMS process and carbon sequestration through forest management activities. • Integration of post-activity data collection. • Conducting site audits for specific management activities. • Development of written reports reflecting the results of the audit process. Qualifications: • Preferably have completed a MS program, in forestry, environmental sciences, land management, or a related field. • Strong analytical skills and a background or interest in carbon management. • Exceptional written and oral communication skills. • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic. • Previous research experience and familiarity with environmental management or land management systems is advantageous. Salary: $25,000/yr How to Apply: Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Shawn Grushecky at sgrushec@wvu.edu Applications are accepted at: https://wvu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/8316417/share_preview
