PhD Graduate Assistantship - Understanding Indigenous Perspectives on Forest Stewardship in Maine (USA)

[rachell...@gmail.com]

Hello, everyone,

 

I am excited to share a fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Vermont's Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources. The project explores Indigenous and Tribal Nations' perspectives on forest health, stewardship, and climate adaptation in Maine. This is an interdisciplinary project built on collaborations with Tribal Nations, researchers at UVM, and colleagues at the University of Maine. The student will be co-supervised by me and Dr. Helina Jolly.

 

Note that we are on a tight timeline: the selected candidate can start right away, this fall, as a paid part-time research assistant (hours negotiable). They will join team workshops, take part in a scoping study, and, most importantly, begin building relationships with our Tribal partners. They will then transition into the PhD program in January 2027 as a full-time student.

 

Full details, including qualifications and how to apply, are in the attached description and at this link - https://www.uvm.edu/rsenr/graduate-assistantships-and-fellowships

 

We’ll review applications on a rolling basis until October 5, 2026.

 

Please share with anyone who might be a great fit!

 

Rachelle

 

Rachelle Gould (how to say my name) | Professor | Sustainability and Equity | Lab website

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