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PhD Studentship: The Impact of Introduced Signal Crayfish on Freshwater
Systems in Scotland
The University of Glasgow and the Clyde River Foundation are seeking a
dynamic, highly self-motivated graduate for a research studentship to
investigate the extent, mechanisms, processes and impacts of invasion of
the North American Signal Crayfish Pacifastacus leniusculus, in
Scotland. The programme of research will assess the distribution and
status of signal crayfish in Scotland, and identify practical action
towards eradication and/or containment of the species.
The signal crayfish is one of six high-profile non-native species posing a
threat to native biodiversity in Scotland and this project is a
collaboration between Scottish Natural Heritage, the Clyde River
Foundation, the Scottish Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment,
and the United Clyde Angling Protective Association Ltd. The successful
candidate would expect to develop significant knowledge and skills in
comparative field trials, GIS, habitat assessment, field ecology, impact
assessment, statistical analysis of complex data and a strong
theoretical knowledge of non-native species invasion processes.
Candidates are required to have at least an upper second class degree in
a biological, biomedical or veterinary science. A driving licence with 2
years driving experience is essential.
The position which will be for 3 years leading towards the award of a Ph.D. is
only open to candidates from within the EU. The student stipend will be
£12,300 p.a.
For further information please contact: Dr Willie Yeomans at the Clyde River
Foundation. w.yeomans@bio.gla.ac.uk or Dr Colin Adams at the Scottish
Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment, University of Glasgow.
c.adams@bio.gla.ac.uk Applications should be made by 09 May 2008.
Posts filled in 2008:
Atlantic Salmon Trust Executive Director
Moray Firth Sea Trout Project - Project Officer
Fisheries Scientist FRS Freshwater Laboratory
Regional Development Officers
Lochy DSFB - Assistant Water Bailiff
Tay DSFB Biologist
The Tweed Foundation: Temporary Work Post
West Sutherland Fisheries Trust: Biological Assistant
Wild Trout Trust Conservation Officers Posts filled in 2007:
Development Officer, Isle of Skye
Project Biologist, River Dee Trust
Dee DSFB Bailiff
Full Time Fisheries Biologist, Galloway Fisheries Trust
Tempory Work Post, Tweed Foundation
Fisheries Officer, Annan DSFB
Habitat Officer, Annan DSFB
Seasonal Staff, Ness & Beauly Fisheries Trust
Field Assistant, Lochaber Fisheries Trust
Volunteer Field Workers, Loch Lomond Fisheries Trust
Fisheries Development Officer, Deeside
Biologist/Trust Developer, Lochaber Fisheries Trust
Director, RAFTS
Ghillie/Beat Keeper, River Dee
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