We are seeking an individual with experience in soil science, environmental science, geology, or estuarine biology to work on a study focused on carbon accounting in eastern salt marshes. The candidate will research the relationships among geomorphic parameters and blue carbon stocks and distribution in New England salt marshes. This research is part of a regional investigation of blue carbon accounting. Interested students should have a foundation in soils, environmental science, coastal ecology, or geomorphology. Applicants should be experienced in working in the field under adverse conditions. Experience with GIS is required.
Please send statement of interest to: Dr. Mark Stolt, mstolt@uri.edu The University of Rhode Island's Department of Natural Resources Science conducts research in wetland and watershed science, soil ecology, hydropedology, landscape ecology, GIS, and wildlife conservation and management.
Mark H. Stolt
Professor of Pedology and Soil-Environmental Science
Department of Natural Resources Science
112 Kingston Coastal Institute
1 Greenhouse Road
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI 02881
voice 401-874-2915
fax 401-874-4561
mstolt@uri.edu