Month: August 2018

PhD (1) and MS(1) Assistantships in Large River Unionid Ecology @ Central Michigan University

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PhD (1) and MS (1) Graduate Assistantships in Large River Unionid Ecology @ Central Michigan University
 
A PhD (1) and MS (1) assistantship are available under the supervision of Dr. Dave Zanatta and Dr. Daelyn Woolnough in the Institute for Great Lakes Research and Department of Biology at Central Michigan University (CMU).  The projects that the students will be involved with are funded by the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of the US Fish and Wildlife Service and is a collaboration between CMU, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources, and the US Geological Survey.  Both students will be instrumental in designing and helping to implement (with collaborators) large-scale surveys for native freshwater mussels in the Detroit River (in summer 2019) and St. Clair River (summer 2020).  The PhD student will also be responsible for developing, implementing, and testing habitat models for native mussels in these large river systems. 
 
For PhD students: A full stipend (grant- and university-funded Research and Teaching Assistantships) and tuition waiver for at least 4 years will be provided.  PhD Student Salary: ~$26,000/yr + tuition waiver.
 
For MS students: A full stipend (university-funded Teaching Assistantship during the academic year and grant-funded Research Assistantship in summers) and tuition waiver will be provided for the MS student for 2 years.  A university-funded Research Assistantship may be offered to highly qualified applicants. MS Student Salary: ~$21,000/yr + tuition waiver
 
Start dates:  January (preferred for PhD student) or May 2019
 
More information about the PhD program in Earth and Ecosystem Science at CMU is available here:https://www.cmich.edu/colleges/se/ees/pages/default.aspx
More information about the MS programs in Biology at CMU is available here:https://www.cmich.edu/colleges/se/biology/Graduate%20Programs/Pages/default.aspx
 
Qualifications for PhD Student:
Required:  BS in Biology or related field; previous research experience in aquatic ecology; strong background in ecological statistics; background/experience in GIS; valid driver’s license; valid passport and ability to travel to Canada; strong swimmer and comfortable in the water/snorkeling; strong writing and oral communication skills; interest in pursuing a career in academia or research; GPA >3.0; GRE scores >50th percentile.
Preferred:  MS in Biology or related field; research experience with freshwater mussels (unionids); evidence of experience in ecological/habitat/GIS modeling; SCUBA certified and some dive experience; valid recreational boating license and experience piloting and trailering boats; track record in publications and/or conference presentations; GPA >3.5; GRE scores >60th percentile.
 
Qualifications for MS Student:
Required:  BS in Biology or related field; interests in aquatic ecology and/or freshwater mussels; some background in ecological statistics; valid driver’s license; valid passport and ability to travel to Canada; strong swimmer and comfortable in the water/snorkeling; strong writing and oral communication skills; GPA >3.0; GRE scores >40th percentile.
Preferred:  Research experience with freshwater mussels (unionids); background/experience in GIS/ecological modeling; SCUBA certified; valid recreational boating license and experience piloting and trailering boats; GPA >3.5; GRE scores >50thpercentile.
 
Before applying to either program, please email a single PDF document to BOTH Dr. Woolnough (wooln1d@cmich.edu) AND Dr. Zanatta (zanat1d@cmich.edu) that contains: (1) a letter of interest describing your qualifications, experience and background, (2) your CV, (3) GRE scores, (4) GPA and unofficial transcripts, and (5) contact information for 3 academic/research references.  Feel free to contact us for more information about the graduate programs, our research, and more specifics about the project.
 
 

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Graduate position: UVermont.EvolutionaryGenomicsPhysiology

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***PhD Positions in Evolutionary Genomics and Physiology***

The Lockwood Lab at the University of Vermont invites applications for
two PhD positions in evolutionary genomics and physiology. Students
will participate in a set of NSF-funded projects to examine the
genomics and physiology of thermal adaptation in Drosophila
melanogaster. The goal of this work is to integrate genomic mapping,
transcriptomics, protein biochemistry, and confocal fluorescence
microscopy to identify the genetic and physiological bases of
divergence in embryonic thermal tolerance among temperate and tropical
populations. See our recent work in the Journal of Evolutionary
Biology (Lockwood et al. 2018, doi: 10.1111/jeb.13234).

Successful candidates will have strong academic records, meaningful
previous research  experience, and strong interests in evolutionary
genetics, genomics, and ecological physiology. Experience working with
Drosophila is a plus, but not required.

Applicants are also encouraged to apply for acceptance into the QuEST
program at the University of Vermont. QuEST is an NSF-funded National
Research Training grant in Quantitative and Evolutionary STEM training
(QuEST). The QuEST program provides doctoral students with
foundational training in quantitative data analysis and modeling,
fellowship support, and internship placements to apply evolutionary
principles toward solving real-world problems.

For more information about the QuEST program: https://www.uvm.edu/quest

The University of Vermont offers a stimulating academic environment,
with a diverse set of faculty in the life sciences and a collaborative
atmosphere that bridges multiple departments. Burlington and the
surrounding area offer a high quality of life, thriving on local food,
music, international culture, and outdoor activities year-round.

Please email inquiries to Brent.Lockwood@uvm.edu. Please include a CV,
description of your background, and why you are excited about this
project.

Applications are currently being accepted. The application to the
graduate program at University of Vermont can be found here:
https://www.applyweb.com/uvmg/index.ftl. The application to the QuEST
program can be found here:
https://www.uvm.edu/quest/forms/quest-application. The deadline to
apply for Fall 2019 is December 15, 2018.

Brent L. Lockwood
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
University of Vermont

website: http://www.uvm.edu/~bllockwo/
email: Brent.Lockwood@uvm.edu

“Brent L. Lockwood” <Brent.Lockwood@uvm.edu>