Masters by Research in Ecology

The University of Glasgow is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic student looking to complete a Masters by Research degree in Ecology and Environmental Biology. A 2-year, 50% part time Masters studentship is available, which will be based at the Scottish Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment (SCENE) (@sceneUofG), the foremost field station for research and teaching in ecology and environmental sciences in Scotland and a part of the Institute of Biodiversity Animal Health and Comparative Medicine. SCENE is situated in the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, within a 1 hour commute by car to the main University campus. The studentship will cover all tuition fees and provide en-suite accommodation as well as a small stipend (a value worth £6000/year). The student will also have the opportunity to take on a part time domestic position at the research station to supplement their income during the programme.

Working alongside researchers, and other post-graduate students, the candidate will be able to pursue a freshwater, mammalian, avian, or vector ecology focused project based around their own research interests under the guidance of University of Glasgow researchers working at SCENE. Some required course work (e.g. analytical, software, and technical sampling methods) will be undertaken on the University’s main campus in Glasgow during the programme.

Potential masters supervisors and their research interests can be found at:

Colin Adams
www.gla.ac.uk/staff/colinadams/

Dominic McCafferty
www.gla.ac.uk/staff/dominicmccafferty/

Stuart White
www.gla.ac.uk/staff/stewartwhite/

Heather Ferguson
www.gla.ac.uk/staff/heatherferguson/

Davide Dominoni
www.gla.ac.uk/staff/davidedominoni

Requirements

• UK or EU citizenship
• Biological or environmentally related science degree (2.1 or equivalent)
• Self-motivated attitude to study and work
• Independent worker with excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a small team in a relatively remote location
• Driving licence (also preferable to have own vehicle for personal use, but not essential)

Domestic Position Opportunity

The successful applicant will be eligible to apply for a 50% part-time position providing domestic support for visiting field courses. This will involve kitchen support, serving meals, tidying and some cleaning duties. Working under the Domestic Bursar, this position will only be available to post-graduate students based at SCENE. The estimated income from this position will be £10K pa.

Application procedure

For questions and informal enquiries about this studentship should be sent to Professor Colin Adams (colin.adams@glasgow.ac.uk). Please submit the following documents with your application:

• Cover letter: detailing your motivation and experience for this position (Maximum 2 A4 pages)
• Curriculum Vitae
• The name and contact details of 2 referees

Deadline

September 7th 2018.