Position Description
A Ph.D. research fellowship at Mississippi State University (Starkville, Mississippi, USA) is available in Forest Economics, Management, and Policy.The successful applicant will investigate changes in timberland ownership and associated impacts on the forest products industry and nonindustrial private forest landowners. The proposed research will provide critical information for forest-based economic development in the changing ownership environment with implications for forest policy and management as well as inventory availability.

Qualifications
A strong foundation in economics at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. A 3.50 GPA and/or proven research productivity at the graduate level. At least one degree in forestry is preferred but not required.

Salary and Benefits:
The Ph.D. Research Fellowship includes an annual stipend of $20,000, full tuition waiver, and health insurance coverage.

Application
The starting date for this assistantship is January 8, 2008 and will remain open until the position is filled. Any inquiries about this
position are welcome. To apply, send a letter of interest (including professional philosophy and goals), resume, and list of three references with contact information by email or post to either:

Dr. Changyou Sun
Assistant Professor - Forest Economics, Policy and Law
Box 9681, Department of Forestry
Mississippi State University, MS 39762
Email: csun[ at ]cfr.msstate.edu
Phone: (662) 325 7271

Dr. Ian A. Munn
Professor - Forest Economics and Management
Box 9681, Department of Forestry
Mississippi State University, MS 39762
Email: imunn[ at ]cfr.msstate.edu
Phone: (662) 325 4546

For information about the College of Forest Resources, visit www.cfr.msstate.edu

For formal application procedures and forms, visit the Office of the Graduate School ( www.msstate.edu/dept/grad) or send emails to
grad[ at ]grad.msstate.edu

Mississippi State University is an EO/AA Employer; applications from minorities and women are encouraged.