I am seeking a research associate to assist with environmental DNA
metabarcoding data analysis. The successful candidate will work on
various projects utilizing environmental DNA in aquatic environments by
running bioinformatics pipelines, quality control checks, performing
statistical analyses and assisting with writing papers. The candidate
will be included as a co-author on associated publications. This position
can be fully remote or located in Fairbanks, Alaska.

The Glass Lab (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theglasslab.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C862e1afb5cfb4a7a36d308dcf3ec34cb%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638653443035999076%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=aXc%2BXAxYXvCzKTMDb4Gtif5%2FQtvGLl2x%2FHCWX%2BSTAok%3D&reserved=0) is housed in the Department of
Fisheries at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, College of Fisheries and
Ocean Sciences https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uaf.edu%2Fcfos%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C862e1afb5cfb4a7a36d308dcf3ec34cb%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638653443036135410%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=euyXKuFMMRRxZDTRX1%2F7vSkjJyCSMHVj2PI3ivU5gXk%3D&reserved=0. The mission of The Glass Lab is
to integrate genomic tools, an evolutionary perspective, and Indigenous
science to sustainability manage and conserve marine organisms for
Alaskan coastal communities. The Glass Lab values a culture of inclusion
and embraces a wide range of perspective and experiences. We support
intersectional diversity and work-life balance.

Start Date:January 2025 or as soon as possible

Salary and Benefits:$33.82/hour, working up to 37 hours/week. This
position is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation
until July 2025. There are opportunities to assist with grant writing
for continued funding. Candidates are eligible for medical, dental and
vision, as well as a Tax-deferred Annuity or Roth retirement plan.

Qualifications:M.S.  degree in biology, evolution, genetics,
bioinformatics, or other relevant discipline; or equivalent experience
with a B.S. degree. Experience with molecular biology techniques (DNA
metabarcoding), bioinformatics, statistical analysis and coding in R
or Python is essential. A willingness to learn, attention to detail,
and a strong work ethic and communication are highly valued.

Contact:For more information, contact Jessica
Glass(jessica.glass@alaska.edu).To apply, email the following: 1) 1-page
cover letter describing your interest in the position and relevant
skills; 2) CV; 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) contact information
for 3 references. UAF values equity, diversity and inclusion and we
especially encourage applicants from underrepresented or historically
excluded groups to apply. This position is only open to U.S. citizens
or green-card holders.Applications will be accepted until November 15th.

Jessica R. Glass, PhD
Assistant Professor, Fisheries
she/her

University of Alaska Fairbanks
College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences
Department of Fisheries
2150 Koyukuk Drive
Fairbanks, Alaska 99775
jessica.glass@alaska.edu
+1 907 474 6524
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Jessica Glass <jrglass@alaska.edu>

https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/fallfrontiers2024/

M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship- Assessing Climate-Driven Impacts on PFAS and Microplastic Contamination in Southeastern Wetlands through Alligator Biomonitoring

STARTING DATE: January 2025

CLOSING DATE: The position is open until filled. Applications will be evaluated starting in October.

DESCRIPTION:  The James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center at Clemson University is recruiting a highly motivated M.S. student interested in exploring environmental contaminants in wetlands and wildlife. Our overarching goal is to model how projected climate change impacts may influence contaminants of emerging concern (CEC) (i.e., perfluorinated chemicals (PFAS) and microplastic) in wetlands and waterways in coastal South Carolina. This position will work closely with a Ph.D. student integrating environmental CEC data with tissue concentrations in alligators. There is an opportunity to develop additional research objectives beyond modeling outputs, which could include alligator-derived data. Project activities will include laboratory sample analysis of alligator tissues, water, and sediment for PFAS and microplastic, assisting with sample collection in the field, data integration and analysis, and mentoring undergraduate students.

The prevalence of CECs in South Carolina’s surface waters and biota is poorly understood. While aquatic invertebrates, finfish, and shellfish are commonly used to monitor contaminants, top predators like alligators may better reflect the long-term fate of CECs due to their higher trophic level, longevity, and body size, making them effective sentinel species for human health risks. Concerns about CECs are heightened by climate change, which may alter contaminant distribution and exposure. By combining alligator CEC data with climate variables and habitat selection, we aim to assess how climate influences CEC discharges and microplastic deposition, identifying coastal wetlands most vulnerable to these threats. The student will 1) conduct an in-depth literature review, 2) collect necessary climate change data from various sources, and 3) model climate influence on discharges and deposition of CECs into coastal wetlands to identify systems most at risk through the integration of modeled CEC exposure and vulnerability of coastal wetlands to climate change.

The student will be working toward a graduate degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology at Clemson University (Wildlife and Fisheries Biology (MWFR, M.S., Ph.D.) (clemson.edu)). Clemson University (https://www.clemson.edu/about/ ) is a public land-grant Carnegie R1 Research University in a college town atmosphere on Lake Hartwell within view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Students will take classes on the main campus and conduct fieldwork along South Carolina’s coast near the Baruch Institute of Coastal Ecology and Forest Science, located on the 16,000-acre Hobcaw Barony property, which is dedicated to research and education. Hobcaw Barony is 5 miles north of Georgetown, SC, and 35 miles south of Myrtle Beach, SC. Temporary housing in cottages is available on-site while you conduct research. Clemson University does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, or disability. We encourage applications from minorities, women, veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

QUALIFICATIONS: B.S. in wildlife, ecology, or a closely related field. Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00. A strong interest and/or experience in climate change, GIS, ecological modeling, and contaminants of concern. Interest in policy, wetlands, statistics, and publishing is a plus. This project is supported by many collaborators and engages undergraduate students who assist with sample analysis. Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work as part of a dynamic and diverse team is critical.

STIPEND: $23,000 plus tuition waiver.

The Ecology Graduate Program at Penn State has assistantships are available Fall 2025. Faculty have funding to recruit in the following areas and others:  invasion biology, theoretical ecology, microbiome science, agroecology, aquatic ecology, disease ecology, wildlife biology, ecohydrology, global change ecology, and ecotoxicology.  Learn more at: Ecology | The Huck Institutes (en-US) including a list of faculty, admissions requirements, and a list of known projects recruiting this year in the apply now tab. Or contact Jason Kaye (jpk12@psu.edu), the program chair, directly.

The Huddell lab at University of Delaware is recruiting for multiple funded graduate student positions starting summer or fall of 2025. Our lab works at the intersection of ecosystem ecology and agronomy to research sustainable nutrient cycling. We explore how to maximize ecosystem services such as food production and soil health while minimizing eutrophication and greenhouse gas production in various agroecosystems. Please see our lab site https://sites.udel.edu/ahuddell/  for more information and to indicate your interest in a position.

About The Institute for Applied Ecology

The Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) is a non-profit founded in 1999 with a mission to conserve native species and habitats through restoration, research, and education. Our vision is a world where all people and wildlands are healthy and interact positively, biological diversity flourishes, and environmental challenges are met with a social commitment to solving problems with scientific principles.

IAE values diversity and equity, and we encourage applications from all groups of people. We recognize that the strength of IAE is in our people, and we believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. IAE does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices, and our commitment to equal employment opportunity applies to every aspect of the employment relationship.

Studies have shown that Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), women and other marginalized groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.

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Start Date: 3/3/2025

End Date: 8/29/2025

Location: Santa Fe, NM

Status: Temporary, Full-time

Compensation: $20.75/hour

Plus, travel expenses associated with overnight field work (food and lodging), paid holidays, sick leave, and overtime pay.

About the role

The Southwest Branch at the Institute for Applied Ecology will be hiring two technicians to work with the Southwest Rare Plants Ecologist for the New Mexico Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Rare Plant Monitoring Initiative. More information about the program can be found in this blog by the 2023 crew ( https://appliedeco.org/rooting-for-rare-plants-in-new-mexico/The crew will monitor demography of rare plants on BLM lands across NM following established protocols, particularly in areas where multiple-use land management (i.e. energy extraction) impacts on rare plants are expected. Crews will be required to drive to remote areas throughout New Mexico, camp at drive-up campsites for 1-7 consecutive nights, hike up to several miles a day, and return to the office for equipment and data management. While rare plant inventories are the main focus, technicians may have the chance to assist with other plant IAE projects during the summer. This is a full-time, temporary position that requires overnight camping and non-traditional work hours inclusive of weekend and evening hours.

Specific Responsibilities

– Work with a crew leader and another technician to visit monitoring plots and collect demographic data (including life stage, phenology, and size) for rare plants across the state of New Mexico

– Identify plants located near monitoring plots to species level

– Hike up to several miles a day to access rare plant populations

– Scout and survey areas for species that the IAE may begin monitoring, and setting up new monitoring plots

– Assist in data cleaning and management

Minimum Qualifications

– A positive attitude with an interest in ecology and botany

– Effective communication skills and experience working on a team

– Organized and detail-oriented

– Basic computer skills

– Willingness to spend multiple days (1-7 nights at a time) camping at drive-up sites in remote areas; familiarity with and willingness to adhere to best practices for field safety and Leave No Trace principles

– Able to conduct frequent bending, kneeling, and standing

– Able to collect data accurately in a variety of adverse weather conditions, which may include extreme heat and sun exposure, monsoonal rains, flash flooding, lightning, and hazardous wildlife (i.e. rattlesnakes, scorpions, bears)

– A valid driver’s license with the ability to drive a 4WD vehicle off-highway, along occasionally difficult roads

– Able to lift up to 40lbs

– Able to hike up to 6 miles a day

Preferred Qualifications

– Familiarity with basic plant taxonomy, including major families and botanical vocabulary

– Plant ID skills using technical keys

– Knowledge of plants of the Southwest

– 1+ field seasons performing plant identification and vegetation sampling

– Electronic data collection experience

– Experience with ArcGIS Online interface and ArcGIS tablet applications (Collector and Survey 123)

– Coursework/training in botany and/or degree in botany or related field

How to Apply

Please fill out and submit this application form ( https://ats.rippling.com/appliedeco-jobs/jobs/04ae7a36-02f3-41e6-878c-fa18f9b88dc8with all required materials by 11:59 PM on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024.

If you have any questions or concerns, please refer to our FAQ (https://appliedeco.org/seasonal-hiring-applicant-guide/ ) or direct them to humanresources@appliedeco.org and we will get back to you as quickly as possible.

PhD Position Investigating the Evolution of Phenotypic Plasticity and Visual Systems in Cichlid Fish

The Torres-Dowdall Lab (torres-dowdall.com) at the University of Notre Dame, IN is seeking highly motivated and independent PhD students interested in exploring the evolution of phenotypic plasticity, using the visual system of cichlid fish as a model. Our research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying visual system plasticity and how these processes shape broader evolutionary patterns. You will have the opportunity to apply state-of-the-art methods such as single-cell transcriptomics, QTL mapping, and machine learning. This is an exciting opportunity for students interested in both mechanistic biology and evolutionary theory, with our ultimate goal being to uncover how plasticity drives adaptive evolution, impacting biodiversity and species’ resilience to environmental changes.

We encourage applicants with diverse interests in molecular evolution, evolutionary biology, or sensory ecology to apply. You will have the chance to develop your own research questions within the lab’s focus areas, fostering independence and helping you build your scientific identity.

The University of Notre Dame (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nd.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40ad.uconn.edu%7C54d2179cb7b447a7bbfb08dcedb5a4b9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638646611631725726%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XDwmd%2BAJGQpVWiePdCvbXrkF2SGZnD56B4S51RlVpYI%3D&reserved=0) offers a vibrant research community, state-of-the-art facilities, and numerous interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities. The Department of Biological Sciences (
biology.nd.edu) provides a supportive environment where graduate students can thrive, with access to excellent resources and mentorship.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Torres-Dowdall at torresdowdall@nd.edu with a brief introduction of your research and career goals, along with a current CV.

Application Deadline: December 1st, 2024 For more information about the lab and department, visit
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The Smith Lab at Utah State University is recruiting graduate students interested in pursuing an MS or PhD. Research in the lab focuses on understanding the regulation and role of phenotypic plasticity in societies, using ant caste determination as a focal system. Past projects run the gamut from field experiments to comparative genomics. Papers on past projects can be found HERE <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscholar.google.com%2Fcitations%3Fuser%3D3D3Fdnq2sAAAAJ%26hl%3D3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40ad.uconn.edu%7C4e5568918396436b0c2c08dcedb80e48%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638646621993908111%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=kBM1bcffD8ewx0qonol0UY5Svej6PSTm35Fjk685wl4%3D&reserved=0>.
Students would be funded using a combination of research and teaching assistantships. Interested students should contact Chris Smith
(c.r.smith@usu.edu) to discuss interests before applying. The Smith Lab is dedicated to the principal of respecting all persons and providing an environment where people and science can thrive. For more on our graduate program and how to apply, visit:
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The Harvey Lab at the University of Rhode Island is recruiting PhD students in wildlife disease ecology to start in Fall of 2025. We seek one to two highly motivated students with passiona and experience working with birds, pathogens, immunology, or transcriptomics.  We particularly encourage candidates who are from poorly represented backgrounds in Biology to apply. We will assess candidates based on the alignment of their research interests, shared values, and their preparedness to undertake a long-term, independent research project.

Students will have 5 years of guaranteed support through a combination TAships/RAships. They will be encouraged to apply for independent fellowships. Students are accepted through the Biological and Environmental Sciences Graduate Program either through the Ecology and Ecosystems specialization or the Evolution and Marine Biology specialization.  URI is located Kingston, and is a small but in close proximity to beaches, lots outdoor recreation, and birding. Kingston is nearby to cities such as Providence (~30 min) and Boston (~1hr).

The Harvey lab is recruiting students broadly interested in endemic and emergent wildlife diseases with projects integrating immunology, immunogenetics, transcriptomics, evolutionary genetics, conservation genetics. Our lab works with primarily birds, but we are open to a variety of taxa (i.e., mammals, reptiles). The labs research aims are to:
– Understand the evolutionary mechanisms involved in immune response
  (immunogenetics) in the wild
– Identify emerging disease drivers of wildlife decline and inform
  conservation management
– Identify wildlife disease dynamics in the contexts of multiple
  anthropogenic drivers

Please visit the Lab website for more information:
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
– B.S. Degree in evolutionary biology, molecular biology, conservation
  genetics, bioinformatics or a related field
– Highly self-motivated, independent, and creative thinkers that are
  enthusiastic about pursuing a career in disease ecology, conservation,
  and evolutionary genetics.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
– interest in core concepts in evolutionary biology and disease ecology
– motivation to do lab research
– proficiency in spoken and written English
– experience with statistics and R is an advantage
– experience working with viral pathogens, endoparasites, or host-
  parasite systems is an advantage
– knowledge of (and experience with) wild waterfowl, seabirds, or
  passerine systems
– field experience in capturing, banding, and auxiliary marker
  deployment among waterfowl, seabirds or other birds.
– Experience in transcriptomics, evolutionary genetics, or molecular
  evolution and with molecular data

APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply, please send Dr. Johanna Harvey (j_harvey@uri.edu) a copy of your CV, and a one-page cover letter explaining your background and path to research, any research outcomes to date or relevant experience, your future research interests and expectations, potential career goals, and what type of research projects you would envision developing in my lab.

Please, also include unofficial academic transcript and the name and email, phone numbers for three professional references.

Please include “Graduate Student Application 2025” in the email subject line. I will set up zoom interviews with candidates that could be a good fit in my lab.

I will notify students that are encouraged to apply in time to prepare applications by the December 15, 2024 deadline.

Johanna Harvey, PhD (pronouns: she/her/hers) Assistant Professor Wildlife Disease Ecology Department of Natural Resources Science University of Rhode Island j_harvey@uri.edu

Johanna Harvey <j_harvey@uri.edu>

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We seek a new MS or PhD student to join the lab to work on a project funded to advance conservation of western monarch butterfly at Washington State University in Vancouver, WA.  Student will be part of a project team with collaborators at UC Davis, Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, and others. The new student will start in the field as a technician in May or June 2025, and formally matriculate into the graduate program in Fall 2025.

Broadly we use a population ecology lens to gain understanding of the ecology of at-risk butterflies and to develop conservation and restoration responses to global change. Our work largely focuses on using rare butterflies and their habitats in the Pacific Northwest as a model system to address broad ecological questions to advance conservation on-the-ground. We work closely with federal, state and local agencies as well as non-profit organizations to conduct research which is useful and practical for these organizations while building on a strong foundation in ecological theory.  Students from our program have secured career positions with many of these organizations.

Washington State University Vancouver is a small campus in the WSU system located in Southwest Washington just across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon and is close to Willamette Valley and South Puget Sound prairies.  Washington State University Vancouver is in the homeland of Chinookan and Taidnapam peoples and the Cowlitz Indian Tribe.  Students benefit from outstanding faculty, world-class research, state-of-the-art facilities and small class sizes. https://cas.vancouver.wsu.edu/science-graduate-programs

Interested students should send a CV/resume, transcripts and a cover letter describing past research experience and future research interests to Dr. Cheryl Schultz, schultzc@wsu.edu  The position requires excellent field, leadership, and organizational skills and a strong interest in research in butterfly ecology and conservation.  We encourage interested students to get in touch to learn more about the program and research in our labs. Also please note that while the admitted graduate student will formally matriculate in Fall, the position includes about 3-4 months as a technician in the field, starting in May- June 2025 (exact start date is negotiable)

More information on our work can be found at https://labs.wsu.edu/conservation-biology/ For background on our monarch work, please see final reports in the Publication list – Schultz et al. 2019 and 2021.