PhD Research Assistantship in aquatic ecology. Project involves using both existing data sets and sampling approaches to address questions about wading bird prey availability in the Everglades. Interested candidates should hold a MS degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Fisheries or a related field. Candidates should possess strong quantitative and writing skills, a good sense of curiosity, a demonstrated ability to work well in teams and presentation skills. A background in statistical modeling, avian ecology, wetland ecology, aquatic ecology, or wildlife science is desirable. The candidate will be supported with a Graduate Research Assistantship for at least the first year, including summer (with the potential of continued funding), after which the student is guaranteed a Teaching Assistantship for at least four years. The Research Assistantship includes a $26,000 stipend, a tuition waiver, and benefits. A successful applicant will start in January 2024 as a Research Associate and then transition to Ph.D. student status in Fall 2024 contingent on their acceptance into the Integrative Biology – Environmental Science PhD Program. Information on IBES program, including admission requirements and deadlines can be found at https://biology.fau.edu/academics/graduate/phd-biology-degree-programs-ibes.php. The position is based on FAU’s main campus in Boca Raton, Florida. Boca Raton is located between the Everglades and an extensive coral reef tract, two of Florida’s most unique natural features. FAU has over 30,000 students and a Carnegie Classification of High Research Activity. Applications will be reviewed on November 13 and the search will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send as a single pdf, a letter of interest, CV, transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references to Michelle Petersen at mpeter45@fau.edu. Please use the subject line, “FAU RA 2024” in your email.