Graduate Assistantship in Physical Oceanography at the International Arctic Research Center at the University of Alaska Fairbanks

Applications are sought for a graduate assistantship in Physical Oceanography at the International Arctic Research Center (IARC) and the School of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (SFOS). Available research opportunities include field work in the Arctic and/or studies based on numerical simulations or theory. A background in or aptitude for applied mathematics, physics, engineering or fluid mechanics is essential. Creativity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to work hard are equally important. Appointments include a tuition waiver and stipend.

Interested parties, please contact Dr. Harper Simmons (hsimmons@iarc.uaf.edu). Additional information can be found at http://www.frontier.iarc.uaf.edu/~hsimmons. Information on IARC is available at http://www.iarc.uaf.edu. See http://www.sfos.uaf.edu/academics/prospective/ for information on pursuing a degree in oceanography and links to information on the Alaskan lifestyle.

Application deadline is Nov. 1 for Spring semester, or Aug. 1 for Fall. Applicants please reference this advertisement. International applicant deadline for Fall is April 1.