We are actively seeking two graduate students to join the lab in 2020
> (applications due December 7, 2019). If interested, please contact Mark
> Christie directly (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fchristielab.bio.purdue.edu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Ccbae2cc60804401c841b08d74be6535b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637061324921667207&sdata=TVjVFhxkl7ddQ3%2BFceNg6qXged0k%2BDo%2FrJOwddOKQqM%3D&reserved=0). Formal descriptions
> follow below:
>
> Position 1:
> One PhD position is available in the Christie Lab at Purdue University for
> highly-motivated candidates interested in rapid evolution, genetic
> adaptation, conservation and population genetics.
>
> Potential projects include: (1) Examining the rapid genetic adaptation of
> introduced fishes into the Great Lakes, (2) Identifying the genetic and
> evolutionary consequences of domestication, captive breeding, and
> supplementation of wild populations, and (3) Using existing and novel
> approaches to determine patterns of dispersal and gene flow within a
> metapopulation context. These are the main research themes in the Christie
> laboratory, and much research focuses on fishes, but graduate students are
> free to explore independent lines of inquiry in any system. Previous
> research experience with molecular techniques, computational work,
> statistics, genetics, bioinformatics, and assisting with the design and
> implementation of experiments will be highly regarded.
>
> Position 2:
> One PhD position is available in the Christie Lab at Purdue University to
> work on a recently-funded NSF project entitled, “Combined spatial and
> temporal analyses of population connectivity during a northern range
> expansion.” This multi-institution, collaborative project will use multiple
> genetic approaches (genomics; RNA-seq) to identify range-wide patterns of
> population connectivity in the Kellet’s Whelk (Kelletia kelletii)
> throughout California.
>
> This position will be held in the Department of Biological Sciences at
> Purdue University, and the student will be advised by Dr. Mark Christie (
> https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fchristielab.bio.purdue.edu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Ccbae2cc60804401c841b08d74be6535b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637061324921677199&sdata=uN2NECgLISP5DgUtzKj%2FERxdEIKKidglKLzhO4gk3J8%3D&reserved=0). The successful applicant will also
> have the opportunity to work closely with Drs. Crow White at Cal Poly (
> https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.marine.calpoly.edu%2Ffaculty%2Fcrow-white&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Ccbae2cc60804401c841b08d74be6535b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637061324921677199&sdata=rde%2B4hIwKDoQEyOjeWbrEhUpNbztL6FBb9levuzAf%2FQ%3D&reserved=0) and Rob Toonen at the
> University of Hawai’i (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftobolab.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Ccbae2cc60804401c841b08d74be6535b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637061324921677199&sdata=n%2FRaTquZ1%2BpIrWq%2Bw7ihRHsZyuSvoIGTXiHR%2BuLSPI8%3D&reserved=0). Previous research experience
> with molecular techniques, computational work, statistics, bioinformatics,
> gene expression, and assisting with the design and implementation of
> experiments will be highly regarded.
>
> Purdue University is located in West Lafayette, a small midwestern college
> town with farmers markets, microbreweries, and affordable housing.
> Kayaking/canoeing in nearby rivers is especially fun and biodiversity
> surprisingly high ( > 200 native fish species). West Lafayette is within
> short driving distance to both Chicago and Indianapolis. Graduate stipends
> are highly competitive (~24k/year), comprehensive health insurance is
> included, and cost of living is low.
>
> If you are interested in joining the lab, please contact us directly at
> markchristie1500@gmail.com with a CV and a brief description of your
> research interests and experience. Formal applications are due December 7
> and on-campus interviews typically occur at the end of January. The biology
> department no longer requires the GRE.
>
>
> Mark Christie <markchristie1500@gmail.com>
>