The evolution of freeze-tolerant alpine insects  

Two fully-funded PhD scholarships 

Massey University Manawatū New Zealand  

 

Alpine insects in Aotearoa-New Zealand have converged on the same unusual evolutionary strategy for surviving the cold; they freeze solid and survive. Microbes can change how and when insects freeze, potentially providing benefits that are shared by unrelated host species. These projects will determine whether three separate alpine insect lineages have independently arrived at the same solution by each producing unique ice nucleating agents (classical convergent evolution), or whether they all employ the same gut microbes to do the job (horizontal transfer).  

 

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___The evolution of freeze-tolerant alpine insects

Two fully-funded PhD scholarships

Massey University Manawatū New Zealand

Alpine insects in Aotearoa-New Zealand have converged on the same unusual evolutionary

strategy for surviving the cold; they freeze solid and survive. Microbes can change how and

when insects freeze, potentially providing benefits that are shared by unrelated host species.

These projects will determine whether three separate alpine insect lineages have independently

arrived at the same solution by each producing unique ice nucleating agents (classical

convergent evolution), or whether they all employ the same gut microbes to do the job

(horizontal transfer).

This programme is part of a collaboration between scientists at Massey University and the

University of Otago, supported by the New Zealand Royal Society Te Apārangi. The team:

Mary Morgan-Richards and Steve Trewick (Te Taha Tawhiti), Patrick Biggs (School of

Veterinary Science) and Craig Marshall (University of Otago). See our review

paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/14/1/89

Project 1 will test the hypothesis that NZ insects are dependent on associations with ice+

microbes and that this is an essential element of their freeze-tolerance. You will investigate the

association between microbiome and temperature of crystallization (Tc) in cockroaches.

Project 2 will test our novel hypothesis that sharing of gut microbes has led to the same freeze-

tolerant phenotype of so many NZ alpine insects. You will use DNA and mRNA sequences to

compare microbiome communities and ice+ activity of gut.

The scholarship is a tax-free stipend of NZ$35,000 per annum for 3 years plus tuition fees

paid for 3 years. To apply you will need a good first degree from an internationally recognised

university (minimum upper second class BScHons or MSc) in an appropriate subject. A

completed research project, dissertation, or thesis of at least 30 credits or a minimum of 25%

of your honours or master’s degree, with a B+ or higher grade.

You should have a background in Ecology/Biology/Evolution/Entomology, good statistics

skills (preferably R) and an interest in microbiomes. A good grasp of experimental design and

ability to work outdoors, independently, in a laboratory and as a part of a research team are

welcomed. English language proficiency and excellent communication skills are required.

Apply by email to Mary m.morgan-richards@massey.ac.nz with an

application letter telling us about yourself, your relevant skills and when you

can start. Include your CV with links to your publications and/or thesis and

contact details for two referees. Email Mary if you have questions.

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Interested in a Graduate Assistantship?

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Looking forward to your motivated applications!

The Pinou Lab (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsites.wcsu.edu%2Fpinout%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40ad.uconn.edu%7C87de0484dddc43bb546308dd0af1880e%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638678754699257432%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CxKkBiuGlXZ%2B02ZiblFBxcV7nxmxUjUJP33ZlkKaRg0%3D&reserved=0) at Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) in Danbury Connecticut is seeking a MS student to work on co-evolutionary relationships of sea turtle epibionts and hosts. The NSF funded graduate student should be prepared to spend more than half their time at the Yale ??? Peabody Museum of Natural History where they will concentrate on sorting, identifying and photo-documenting marine turtle epibionts, primarily barnacle crustaceans. The successful candidate should have demonstrated coursework or field experience in general invertebrate zoology, and is interested in museum curation. The student will be expected to pursue a thesis focusing on barnacles and their role as epibionts. The interested candidate should be able to commute between Danbury and New Haven at least once a week, and funds to cover this commute will be provided in addition to a research stipend. Interested applicants are encouraged to email Dr. Pinou by December 15thoutlining research experience and names of 3 references along with your CV.  All interested candidates are encouraged to apply to the WCSU MS IBD program by December
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Theodora Pinou, Professor & Chair of Biology Programs H. G. Dowling Herpetological Collection Faculty Curator Department of Biology Western Connecticut State University
181 White Street, Danbury CT 06810
E-mail:Pinout@wcsu.edu
Phone: 203-837-8793
Fax: 203-837-8875
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Theodora Pinou <pinout@wcsu.edu>

 Boyce Thompson Institute

My name is Megan Truesdail, and I’m the Education and Outreach Lead at the Boyce Thompson Institute. I hope this email finds you well!

I’m excited to announce that applications for our 2025 summer NSF & USDA-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) programs are now open! We’re reaching out to you as a contact in your institution’s biology, entomology, or plant science department, believing you might know students who would be interested in this opportunity at the University of Connecticut. We encourage you to share this information with any students you work with or colleagues who might have interested students in their networks. To keep you informed, we plan to send one or two more reminder emails about the application deadlines. However, if you’d prefer not to receive these updates, please let me know, and I’ll remove you from our communication list.

You can find our 2025 REU poster here. You may also head to https://btiscience.org/education-outreach/research-internships/ to learn more about the program and how to apply! Feel free to forward this email to anyone you think would be interested or colleagues who could help spread the word. 

We host two REU programs: our Plant Genome REU and Programmable Plant Systems REU through the Boyce Thompson Institute on Cornell University’s campus in Ithaca, NY. We are using NSF’s ETAP application portal, making it easier for applicants to apply to both our programs and other REU programs nationwide. We will be opening our Programmable Plant Systems REU application soon. Students can sign up on our website to receive a notification when that application is live!

This is a paid 10-week educational research opportunity with a $7,000 stipend, free housing on Cornell’s campus, up to a $700 travel reimbursement, and an $850 meal stipend. Our program runs from June 2, 2025, until August 7, 2025.  We host a series of professional development opportunities for the students throughout the summer, including sessions in science communication, bioinformatics, and STEM graduate and career pathways. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in research or STEM careers who want to continue building their research and professional skills and tap into a more extensive network of plant scientists and engineers. Applications are due February 1, 2025. 

I am happy to answer any questions about the program! Please feel free to reply to this e-mail or contact me at mlg235@cornell.edu. We are also available to connect with any prospective applicants who have additional questions. 

Let me know if you want us to mail copies of our poster to you to post around your campus or department—I’m happy to do so! 

Warm regards,

About “Research Experiences for Undergraduate” programs: Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) are National Science Foundation-funded research programs aimed to give undergraduate students hands-on and meaningful experience conducting research at a partnering host institute. USDA funds a similar program called REEU, or Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates. These paid opportunities provide each student with an independent research project, professional development opportunities, insight into graduate school and career pathways, and allow them to work closely with a research and/or faculty mentor. To learn more: https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/research-experiences-undergraduates-reu or https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/agriculture-food-research-initiative-education-workforce-development

About Boyce Thompson Institute: Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) is a premier life sciences research institution and world leader in plant research located in Ithaca, New York on the Cornell University campus. BTI scientists conduct investigations into fundamental plant and life sciences research with the goals of increasing food security, improving environmental sustainability in agriculture, and making basic discoveries that will enhance human health. For over 23 years BTI has been inspiring undergraduates to discover how a career in research can have a positive impact on our world. To learn more: btiscience.org

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.

We are seeking a Masters student to join our research team at the Department of Entomology

at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus for an exciting project on the conservation

and ecological niche modeling of Minnesota bumble bee species. The student will primarily work

at the University of Minnesota Insect Collection ( https://insectcollection.umn.edu/ ) advised by

Dr. Cristian Fernando Beza-Beza (https://entomology.umn.edu/people/cristian-beza-beza ) and

co advised by Dr. Daniel Cariveau at the Native Bee Lab (https://beelab.umn.edu/cariveau-lab ).

The project offers an opportunity to make significant contributions to bumble bee conservation

by studying species distribution shifts, and developing modern identification tools using

morphological and molecular techniques. The student will gain hands-on experience in

cutting-edge conservation and taxonomy techniques, contribute to Minnesota’s biodiversity

conservation efforts, and work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and conservationists.

Project Overview:

Bumble bees are key pollinators in both agricultural and natural ecosystems, but many species

in Minnesota, including the endangered rusty-patched bumble bee (Bombus affinis), are in

decline due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. Our project seeks to address

these challenges by investigating bumble bee species distribution changes over time and

developing conservation strategies to protect these vital pollinators.

As part of the project, the student will:

Molecular Barcoding: Generate molecular barcodes for Minnesota bumble bee species

to improve species identification.

Geographical Distribution: Assist in digitizing and georeferencing historical records of

bumble bee specimens to assess changes in species distributions over time, and

conduct Ecological Niche Modeling (ENMs) to project future distributions under climate

change scenarios.

Application Details: Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2024

To Apply: Please submit in a single PDF with your (1) CV, (2) a personal statement (outlining

your background, research interests, career goals, and why you are interested in this position),

and (3) a copy of unofficial transcripts to this google form:  (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWGp_zaK4Z31tOQs35TwDH_2Wwd8pQ3jwd9CW2aFqs2kNyyQ/viewform )

If you have any questions about the position please contact Cristian Beza-Beza (cbezabez@umn.edu).

Graduate Positions in Evolutionary Biology at Illinois State University

MS and PhD positions are available in the Nietlisbach Lab at Illinois State University in Normal, IL, USA, to start in summer or fall 2025. We have openings within two projects.

We seek one to two candidates interested in studying extra-pair reproduction and its costs and benefits in a house wren population in central Illinois. We additionally seek a candidate interested in studying the evolutionary genomics of isolated island populations of North American deermice, possibly involving their microbiomes.
Please see our lab website for further information about these
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Interested students are encouraged to contact Pirmin Nietlisbach (mailto:pnietli@ilstu.edu). Please include a cover letter explaining what projects and questions interest you, why you would like to pursue graduate studies and how your experiences have prepared you for it. Please also include a CV and a copy of your course transcript.
After an initial screening of applications, we will set up Zoom meetings in November. Preferred candidates will then be encouraged to formally apply to our graduate program by February 1, 2025.
Please see this website for more information about our graduate program, associated benefits (tuition waiver and teaching assistantships), and its admission requirements:
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Dr. Pirmin Nietlisbach (he, him, his)
Assistant Professor of Evolutionary Biology School of Biological Sciences Illinois State University Normal, IL 61790-4120 United States of America
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Lecturer (Part-time) – Spring 2025

Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, Rutgers, invites applications for part-time instructors (Lecturers) for Spring 2025 to teach in various undergraduate courses offered by the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources, which will be taught on the Cook/Douglass campus. The lecturers will be responsible for meeting with the class weekly to provide lectures and/or hands-on lab instruction. The lecturers will also prepare, proctor, and grade homework, labs, quizzes, and exams, as well as provide a final course grade. The lecturers will prepare and post material to the class Canvas website and respond to student email correspondence and will hold weekly office hours to provide one-on-one or small group mentoring and/or consultation. The lecturers will coordinate any other requirements related to the instruction of the course.

For Spring 2025, we seek lecturers for the following five courses:
Principles of Evolution (3 credits)
Ornithology (4 credits)
Silvaculture (3 credits)
Principles of Ecology (1/3 of course, 1 credit) Fundamentals of Evolution Lab (1 credit, Mondays)

Posting Close Date:
11/01/2024

Minimum Education and Experience

Hold a Masters or PhD in a relevant discipline (biology, ecology, botany, zoology, natural resources, or other related fields. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated teaching experience and effectiveness.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be proficient in Canvas.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

In-person

Overview

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions.

Statement

The Department of Ecology, Evolution and Natural Resources specializes in ecology, evolution, and natural resource conservation. We study the evolutionary origins and maintenance of biodiversity, conserving and restoring native ecosystems, and issues of global change such as managing natural resources within urban ecosystems.

Application website:
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“Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated.” – Rosalind Franklin

Dr. Lena Struwe, FLS | Professor | Director, Chrysler Herbarium | Dept of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources & Dept of Plant Biology | School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS)
| Rutgers University | 237 Foran Hall | 59 Dudley Road | New Brunswick,
NJ 08901 | USA |

lena.struwe@rutgers.edu | phone
(848) 932-6343 | fax
(732) 932-9441 |
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Lena Struwe <lena.struwe@rutgers.edu>

The Gill research group (Home | richardgill

(gillinsectresearch.com) is looking to put forward a candidate to the Imperial’s President’s PhD scholarship (https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/postgraduate-doctoral/grants-scholarships/presidents-phd/ .

Applications are accepted from talented candidates from the UK and worldwide.

We will fully support the student in completing this application, and would like the student to follow one of three areas of research dependent on what fits their interest:

# Arctic plant-pollinator responses to climate change. Project takes advantage of a long-term field site in Arctic Sweden where we study the responses of bees and their host plants to climatic variation. This helps to understand how thermal performances and distributions can predict ecological interactions (field, lab & desk based).

# Quantifying a century of trait diversity change in insect pollinators. Project would leverage entomological museum specimens to collect multidimensional trait data helping to understand trait responses to past and future environmental change (desk based).

# Determining how climate can mediate the risks associated with pesticide exposure in bees. The project will undertake a series of lab and mesocosm assays under temperature gradients to quantify bee molecular, developmental and behavioural responses to pesticide exposure helping to understand past and future population responses (primarily lab based).

If interested, please email Richard Gill (r.gill@imperial.ac.uk) with your CV, the theme(s) that grab(s) your attention, and any additional information. I will contact the candidate if their CV is suitable.

This will also be a rolling deadline until a suitable candidate is picked.

Graduate Positions in Optimizing Land Management to Promote Nature Based Climate Solutions.

INSPIRE is an NSF-funded project focused on climate smart land management practices. The collaborative team is composed of natural scientists, social scientists, and economists at the University of Montana, University of Idaho and Salish Kootenai College.

Project:

Anthropogenic climate change has directly impacted human and ecological communities through drought and indirectly through disturbances, such as fire.  Although ongoing climate change has undermined the resilience of these communities, harnessing the biogeochemical potential of these ecosystems forms a key part of future climate solutions.  INSPIRE will investigate climate-smart practices that integrate forest and agricultural land management, while studying the ecological benefits, economic impacts, and sociological barriers to implementation. We are recruiting PhD and MSc students to focus on the ecosystem impacts portion of this project, while collaborating with our colleagues from other disciplines.  Specifically, we are seeking students interested in integrating ecological measurements with traditional ecological knowledge to improve ecosystem models. The students will then work with the interdisciplinary INSPIRE team to evaluate integrated land management scenarios and their potential implementation.

Skills and Experience:

Ecosystem Research Experience: familiarity with field measurements and/or laboratory analyses.

Collaborative Project Experience: some background working with people from different backgrounds or disciplines.

Quantitative Analysis Experience: some exposure to computer programing and data analysis in R, Python, or Matlab.

Location:

PhD and MSc positions are available at University of Montana in Missoula or at Salish Kootenai College, Pablo Montana, USA.  The Northern Rockies are among the most rapidly changing landscapes in response to climate change, making them an ideal setting for this research. Western MT is a fantastic place to live with excellent access to seasonal recreational opportunities and a wide array of cultural events.

Start Date: 2025

To apply please send: 1) CV, 2) contact information for 3 references, and 3) a 2-paragraph statement of research experience and interest (no longer than 1 page) to:

Ashley Ballantyne, University of Montana (ashley.ballantyne@umontana.edu)

Michael Durglo, (michael.durglo@cskt.org)

The Ponisio lab at the University of Oregon is seeking PhD applicants for the 2025-2026 academic year. We are looking for students interested in studying plant-pollinator interactions in high-elevation meadows at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest and Long-Term Ecological Research program (https://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/ ) as part of a collaboration with Julia Jones at Oregon State University (https://ceoas.oregonstate.edu/directory/julia-jones

We are interested in applicants who would be excited to explore questions relating to interaction biogeography, bee movement, parasites, and long-term population dynamics, building on 12 years of plant-pollinator interaction data across three meadow complexes of varying size and connectivity (for more information on the meadow system, see https://oregonstate.app.box.com/s/z4cwx53uhc19oto05vtwboovzkzpvq7k )

We are accepting applications through the Biology Department at UO. Our lab is part of the Institute for Ecology and Evolution https://ie2.uoregon.edu/ ).

We are also recruiting masters students through the ENVS program at UO (https://socialsciences.uoregon.edu/envs/graduate-programs/masters This program seeks students interested in interdisciplinary and translational science.

We are interested in community- and equity-minded students who will be dedicated to our lab’s mission of seeking mechanisms for slowing or preventing biodiversity loss, specifically wild bees. Our lab integrates data science techniques into our work, so we appreciate applicants enthusiastic about learning these skills, though we do not expect students to know them already. (https://github.com/lponisio/PonisioLab/blob/master/mission/mission.pdf

We are a community ecology lab, focusing on understanding and restoring pollinators and their interactions. We have ongoing projects asking: How do ecological interactions contribute to community function and resistance? How can we support healthy wild pollinator populations in intensive agriculture, including harvested forests? How does fire maintain pollinator biodiversity and community resistance? For more details, please take a look at our website: https://www.ponisiolab.com/

If you are interested in joining the lab as a graduate student, please email us (ponisiolab@gmail.com):

1) Your cv, including your past research projects (REU, field technician, honors thesis, etc. ) and your role in them, any awards, grants, publications and presentations.

2) A summary of your research interests and how they fit with the Ponisio lab.

*Excited to be recruiting for a new MS project focused on restoration

ecology in dry forest ecosystems, working with Dr. Harold Zald and Dr. Meg

Krawchuk (me).*

*Full position and application details here*

*Application deadline: Friday, November 15th 2024*

*Graduate program start: Fall 2025*

*Preferred start date to lead field season and familiarize with project

context: mid-June 2025*

*The project:* We are recruiting a new MS student for funded research

project focused on Vegetation and surface fuel responses to

operational-scale thinning and prescribed burning in ponderosa pine and

mixed-conifer forests in the eastern Oregon Cascades, with field site

located at the USFS Pringle Falls Experimental Forest

.

The MS student will be co-supervised by Drs. Meg Krawchuk (Oregon State

University) and Harold Zald (USFS). The successful candidate will enroll in

the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society (FES) in the College of

Forestry at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. The MS would

begin Fall 2025. Preferred start date for the successful candidate is

mid-June 2025 so they can serve as crew lead for field data collection

during the summer of 2025 and gain familiarity with the project, site, and

data. The successful candidate will also lead a second field season in

summer 2026. The MS student will collaborate with Drs. Krawchuk and Zald to

improve our understanding of long-term changes in forest composition,

structure, and fuels after large operational-scale fuel reduction and

restoration treatments. The broad structure of the research program is

established, but the MS student will have leeway in identifying their own

nested research questions and ideas within this overall program.

To learn more about the FES Graduate program, please see:

https://fes.forestry.oregonstate.edu/graduate-programs/forest-ecosystems-society .

*The context:* After long periods of fire exclusion in historically

frequent fire conifer forests, initial fuel reduction treatments are

critical first steps for reducing high severity fire and promoting fire

resilient stands of large trees. However, treatment longevity in these

forest types is about 10-20 years, after which subsequent maintenance

treatments are required. Understanding long-term responses of overstory

trees, tree regeneration, understory vegetation, and surface fuels to first

entry fuel reduction treatments is critical to inform subsequent

maintenance treatments to meet multiple resource objectives, reduce

long-term treatment costs, and increase the pace, scale, and overall

benefits of fuel reduction treatments. The Lookout Mountain Study (LMS) at

Pringle Falls Experimental Forest (

https://research.fs.usda.gov/pnw/forestsandranges/locations/pringlefalls#research )

is uniquely positioned to examine these issues at an operational scale.

Located on the Deschutes National Forest, the LMS is a replicated

experiment coupling four levels of overstory thinning with understory fuels

reduction (mowing and prescribed burning) to restore open forest structure

and sustain fire adapted conditions with planned repeated burning. In this

project, the MS student will build a data-driven understanding of the

long-term effects of initial treatments in ponderosa pine and mixed-conifer

forests, helping to inform how subsequent maintenance treatments can best

achieve fuel reduction and ecological objectives. The broad structure of

the research program is established, but the MS student will have leeway in

identifying their own nested research questions and ideas within this

overall program.

*Application: *Please submit your CV, contact information for two

professional references, and a one-page statement describing your interests

and experiences in the topic area, including research, outreach, and

collaboration experiences. Please outline how you meet the required and

desired qualifications described below.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, particularly

students who are underrepresented in the field of natural resources

management.

We will be contacting applicants and scheduling interviews, and successful

applicants will be invited to apply to the FES graduate program in the

College of Forestry at Oregon State University. Please do not apply to the

FES program without this invitation.

Applications should be emailed to: Dr. Meg Krawchuk (meg.krawchuk [at]

oregonstate.edu), with Dr. Harold Zald (harold.zald [at] usda.gov) ccEUR.

For more information or any questions, please contact Meg and Harold by

email.

*For full consideration, please submit your application materials by

Friday, November 15th, 2024.*

*Required qualifications:*

• Undergraduate coursework in some combination of forestry, forest

ecology, fire ecology, plant ecology, restoration ecology, or botany.

• Prior field work experience with forest inventory measurements,

fuels, or vegetation sampling

• Orienteering skills (navigation with map, compass, gps, and

aerial photographs)

• Ability to navigate off trail and hike up to five miles per day

in rolling/mountain terrain.

• Competent using Microsoft Word and Excel

• Possess a valid US driver’s license

• Ability to work effectively in teams in the office and field

*Desired qualifications:*

• BS degree in forestry, ecology, natural resources, environmental

sciences, or related fields.

• Prior field experience collecting fuels or vegetation data in

conifer forests of the Pacific Northwest, California, or Rocky Mountains

• Experience working collaboratively on projects

• Experience utilizing quantitative forestry, or ecological
• research methods

• Experience using GIS, statistical and/or qualitative analysis
• software (e.g. R, python, googleearth engine, ArcGIS)

• Strong field leadership skills and comfort leading a small field

Crew

• A demonstrated interest in fire and restoration concepts

*Funding* for the position covers tuition, stipend, and benefits for two

years of the MS program, including 1 quarter of teaching responsibilities

(1 TAship/year). Funding includes support for travel, field work, and

participation in scholarly activities such as conferences and workshops.

Funding also covers housing at Pringle Falls Experimental Forest during the

field season (June âÂEUR” August). This project is funded by the Bipartisan

Infrastructure Law, U.S. Forest Service Wildfire Crisis Strategy

This week’s sampling of entry-level jobs and internships from Handshake, UConn’s e-recruiting platform managed by the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills. Don’t see anything on this list that matches your interests? Check out the 30,000+ other jobs and internships available by logging in to your Handshake account.

Internships/Co-ops

• Summer Environmental Science/Engineering, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources Management Intern at AVANGRID
• Internship – Resource Steward at The Student Conservation Association
• Bilingual Survey Assistant at CT DEEP’s Marine Fisheries Program
• Environmental/Ecology Intern at TRC Companies
• Climate Action & Advocacy Virtual/Remote Internship at Seaside Sustainability Inc.

Entry-Level Jobs

• Animal Care Technician at The Staffing Resource Group
• Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist at Bartlett
• Research Technician at Joule
• Laboratory Technician at Verinomics
• Research Specialist at the Fritz-Laylin Lab (UMass Amherst)

1. Summer 2025 Ocean Conservation Cavers Internship, Conservation Law Foundation (CLF), Boston, MA 2. IMET Undergraduate Summer Internship, Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology, Cambridge, MD 3. Marine Education Intern, Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI), Little Cayman, Cayman Islands 4. Sponge Restoration Internship, I.CARE Island Conservation and Restoration Education, Islamorada, FL 5. Reef Renewal USA Spring 2025 Internship, Reef Renewal USA, Florida Keys, FL 6. Coral Conservation & Reef Restoration Internship, Coral Restoration Foundation, Key Largo, FL 7. Dana Wolfe Memorial Legal Intern, Ocean Conservancy, TBD 8. Marine Laboratory & Coastal Watch Internship, Sanibel Sea School, Sanibel, FL 9. Internships – Volunteer Field Research Assistants in Sea Turtle Nesting Project – 2025 Season!, Costa Rican Alliance for Sea Turtle Conservation & Science (COASTS), Gandoca, Costa Rica 10. Research Internship-Late Winter/Spring, Institute for Marine Mammal Studies, Gulfport, MS

Graduate Position in Conservation and Evolutionary Genomics

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

The Cassin Sackett Lab at the University of Louisiana is looking for a highly motivated graduate student to study population and conservation genomics in prairie dogs. We use ancient DNA, field sampling, next-generation sequencing and bioinformatic approaches to answer fundamental questions in evolutionary biology, especially those with practical conservation applications. Some major questions being asked in the lab are:

*      How do humans influence the evolution of wildlife?  We study the
ways in which climate change, habitat alteration, and introduced diseases impact the distribution of genetic variation, rates of gene flow, and the probability of adaptation.

*      What is the genomic basis of rapid adaptation to novel pathogens?
We examine the demographic and environmental constraints to adaptation and whether genomic architecture of rapid adaptation differs from that of more gradual adaptation (e.g., to climate).

Please visit the lab website for more details on current projects:
https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cassinsackett.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C0db58b7ca06f4ac51d4c08dce8f5176d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641386605184205%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=RJ4DiirQ%2FajkvpV6l0OogkGKLJ3iqmU5h4qLBxslPFY%3D&reserved=0

The student will work in a collaborative environment on aspects of an NSF-funded project that uses genomic approaches to investigate the genomic basis of resistance to *Yersinia pestis*, the bacterial pathogen causing plague, and the constraints on adaptation to this pathogen. Projects could include genomics of experimentally infected prairie dogs, landscape genetics, genomic basis of adaptation, molecular evolution, or other relevant topics.

The position is supported minimally by a teaching assistantship, but the University of Louisiana also offers multiple fellowships for PhD students, including SREB doctoral fellowships (
https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sreb.org%2Fdoctoral-scholars-program&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C0db58b7ca06f4ac51d4c08dce8f5176d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641386605206226%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=o7KdOnol7wqVKPbWlfTpEauLOqdOdmkJpZTSVRR0D%2F0%3D&reserved=0) for students from historically marginalized groups. The work requires collaboration with individuals from
Hispanic- and tribal-serving institutions; thus, cultural sensitivity is a requirement for this position. The position will be based in UL’s Department of Biology (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbiology.louisiana.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C0db58b7ca06f4ac51d4c08dce8f5176d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641386605218361%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FrJP1RCxWD0tdmRKlRa1LHz3evvbnGi6%2F8TDZeTp%2BZE%3D&reserved=0).  Interested applicants should contact cassin.sackett@gmail.com for inquiries.  The desired start date is Summer or Fall 2025.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in biology, computer science, or a related field. We are looking for a student who is motivated, hard-working, and passionate about topics in evolutionary biology. The student should have or be willing to develop excellent organizational and communication skills, computing skills, and the desire/willingness to engage in outreach. The Cassin Sackett lab is committed to inclusivity in STEM, and we especially encourage applications from women, minoritized students, veterans and members of other groups underrepresented in STEM.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should reach out to me before applying ( Loren.Sackett@gmail.com).  Applications are due by February 1 (but earlier applications are encouraged) following the guidelines at https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgradschool.louisiana.edu%2Fadmissions&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C0db58b7ca06f4ac51d4c08dce8f5176d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641386605230058%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=DgG0Sm2OsxScNtnGOWpcGw4XXKiKJdOpF6PZWa3oa4M%3D&reserved=0.

Laboratory Technician in Evolutionary Epigenomics Lab

The Lee lab in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Irvine invites applications for Lab Assistant (technician/lab manager). Our group studies how transposable elements, widespread genetic parasites, influence genome function and evolution through epigenetic mechanisms. Toward this end, we combine functional genomics, computational biology, experimental genetics, and evolutionary biology. This NIH-funded position will focus on investigating how diets influence the regulation of transposable elements.

Our lab is part of the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fecoevo.bio.uci.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C8cd4ef5a3e6344d8730808dce8fda904%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641423397750165%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2BcjfYDNd%2Behcycc%2FdMQOSpYJ5uGyBXnBPoEFLSaZkJs%3D&reserved=0), the Center for Evolutionary Genetics (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fevogen.bio.uci.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C8cd4ef5a3e6344d8730808dce8fda904%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641423397774635%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=P73Qe%2BhydJY%2FQZ0No9wX4p0DLgm4HfTOMe6MQYa%2FfLo%3D&reserved=0), and the Center for Complex Biological Systems (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fccbs.uci.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C8cd4ef5a3e6344d8730808dce8fda904%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641423397792001%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ddluVDWgq46VGjLiLW5THJVO20%2FRlCiWmbLdXUSijLA%3D&reserved=0). More information about our research interests can be found at https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fgrylee.science%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C8cd4ef5a3e6344d8730808dce8fda904%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638641423397807260%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=d%2FXHj7npxMcfyTexeEa59HgwhuazWIcdUYQyCcsnCTg%3D&reserved=0

Requirements for the position include:

– B.S.  in Biology or related degree

– At least one year of experience with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., DNA/RNA extractions, PCR, qPCR) in a research laboratory setting

– Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities

– Strong communication skills

Have basic statistical skills

– Can work independently as well as collaboratively

– Be comfortable working with fruit flies Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Drosophila genetics.

Responsibilities of the position include:

– Maintaining Drosophila culture and making genetic crosses

– Assaying Drosophila phenotypes, including microscopy imaging

– Performing Drosophila dissections

– Executing molecular biology experiments for genomics studies

– Analyzing and summarizing results

– Maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory (including ordering
supplies)

– Assisting with projects of other lab members as necessary

The initial appointment is one year with potential extension and/or renewal based on work performance and availability of funding support. This is a full-time position, including benefits. The expected start date is on or before Jan 1st, 2025. The lab is committed to fostering a supportive environment that values individual growth and development. This position may be especially suitable for post-bac scholars looking for additional research experience before attending graduate school.

Qualified candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and two reference letters to grylee@uci.edu.  Please contact Grace Lee (grylee@uci.edu) for any questions. Informal inquiries are welcome.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Grace Yuh Chwen Lee <grylee@uci.edu>

The Arctic Ecology Research program at the University of Texas at El Paso is recruiting students for funded PhD positions open for students to start as early as Spring 2025. Admitted applicants will be supported by a combination of graduate assistantships and teaching assistantships and include tuition remission for qualified applicants.  The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a Carnegie R1 research university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region. More information about the Department of Biological Sciences and its graduate programs can be found at https://www.utep.edu/science/biology/   and https://www.utep.edu/science/eeb/ .

The following faculty are actively recruiting students:

Jennie McLaren Plant Ecology and Biogeochemistry  ( http://www.jenniemclaren.com/ ) jrmclaren@utep.edu

Vanessa Lougheed  Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology  (https://expertise.utep.edu/profiles/vlougheed ) vlougheed@utep.edu

Craig Tweedie Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology (https://expertise.utep.edu/profiles/ctweedie )ctweedie@utep.edu

Candidates should have a BS or MS in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science or related fields. Ideal candidates will have some previous research experience in field ecology, a strong work ethic, be able to work independently and with a field crew. Qualified applicants are encouraged to reach out to faculty directly before applying. Faculty are more than willing to answer questions about the University, the program and their own research labs and interests.

The Wagner Lab at Penn State seeks applicants for a MS in ecology to begin fall 2025. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a global concern due to their impacts on human and environmental health. The successful applicant will lead efforts understand landscape scale patterns and drivers of PFAS in lake fishes, and to predict PFAS concentrations across thousands of lakes to help inform monitoring and management of PFAS in aquatic environments. The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team of federal, state, and university biologists. The position is in the USGS Pennsylvania Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA.

Qualifications:

Competitive candidates should be highly motivated and possess a BS in chemistry, ecology, fisheries, statistics, or a related discipline with a strong quantitative background. Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment are essential.

Applicants may apply to the Intercollege Graduate Degree Program in Ecology by December 1st 2024 (https://www.huck.psu.edu/graduate-programs/ecology/applications/apply-now ). Contact Dr. Tyler Wagner via email (txw19@psu.edu) for questions about the position.

The Department of Biology at Miami University is seeking to recruit students for our Masters and PhD programs.

https://miamioh.edu/cas/graduate-programs/biology/index.html#:~:text=Our%20Programs&text=Botany%20also%20offers%20the%20Master,Environmental%20Biology%20(EEEB)%20program.

We have a strong core group of faculty working in ecology and evolution creating a great community for our students, supported by modern facilities in microscopy, genomics, and a research field station in Oxford Ohio. Additional facilities for ecological and botanical research include the Herbarium in Oxford and The Conservatory at the nearby Hamilton campus. Our departmental program covers all levels of organization within biology.

The Department provides guaranteed support through teaching assistantships (which include tuition waivers), as well as through faculty research grants when available. Miami is located in Oxford Ohio, a college town with ample outdoor opportunities and a vibrant downtown. Miami currently enrolls approximately 2,300 graduate students and 20,500 undergraduates.

Faculty with interests in ecology and evolution that are actively recruiting students are below. We encourage prospective students to email potential mentors before applying

Dean Castillo – Evolutionary genetics of reproduction, mating behaviors, and speciation. https://sites.google.com/miamioh.edu/castillo-lab/home  (castild@miamioh.edu)

Deidra Jacobsen – Ecology and evolution of plant-insect interactions

(jacobsd8@miamioh.edu)

Lesley Knoll – Freshwater ecology; aquatic ecosystem function (e.g., anoxia, nutrient fluxes) and structure (e.g., phytoplankton composition, toxic cyanobacteria) responses to environmental change (knolllb@miamioh.edu)

Richard Moore – Evolution of plant sexual reproduction; plant conservation genetics

(moorerc@miamioh.edu)

Yoshi Tomoyasu- developmental and evolution of insect wings

https://sites.miamioh.edu/tomoyasulab/  (tomoyay@miamioh.edu)

Zheng Li – genome evolution with impacts on phenotype evolution and biodiversity

(liz7@miamioh.edu)

Starting Fall 2025 (application deadline January 1)

We are recruiting a highly motivated applicant to join our labs and to work on the acoustic ecology of desert breeding amphibians co-advised by Dr. Nancy McIntyre (Biology) and Dr. Kerry Griffis-Kyle (Natural Resources Management) at Texas Tech University.

Prospective students will be funded by a 9-month/year Biology Department Teaching Assistantship (3 years for M.S. students, 5 years for Ph.D. students) and possibly by additional graduate school fellowships with awards ranging from $2500 for 1 year to $30,000/yr for 3 years.

Skills that will be acquired:

  *   Experience analyzing audio data

  *   Indices of biotic diversity

  *   Time series analyses

  *   Experience with R

  *   Scientific communication

  *   Science publication

Preference will be given to motivated candidates with excellent communication skills and an interest in amphibian ecology.

Applications are due to the TTU Graduate School by 1 January 2025

but space is limited, so early applications are encouraged!

Interested applicants should email both Dr. Griffis-Kyle (kerry.griffis-kyle@ttu.edu) and Dr. Nancy McIntyre (nancy.mcintyre@ttu.edu) and have “Graduate opportunity – acoustic ecology” in the subject line. Please include in the email:

  1.  A statement about your research interests

  2.  How this position will help you fulfill your career goals

  3.  Resume or CV including a summary of research experience and skills and contact information

  4.  Unofficial transcripts

  5.  GRE scores (not required, but encouraged)

  6.  Contact information (names, addresses, phone numbers, and emails) for three references

Further instructions on applying can be found on Dr. McIntyre’s website: https://sites.google.com/view/nancy-e-mcintyre/join-my-lab

For additional information:

Department of Biological Sciences https://www.depts.ttu.edu/biology/

Dr. Griffis-Kyle: http://myweb.ttu.edu/kerrgrif/default.html

Dr. Nancy McIntyre: https://sites.google.com/view/nancy-e-mcintyre/home

Several graduate and professional positions available in the Morales-Williams Limnology Lab at the University of Vermont Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory

Our lab group integrates phytoplankton community ecology and biogeochemistry to understand lake ecosystem response to global change. Ongoing projects investigate the influence of disturbance on algal community assembly and ecosystem function.

Limnology Lab Manager

We seek a full-time Lab Manager to coordinate and conduct water chemistry analysis and field activities on small lakes and Lake Champlain in Vermont, USA.  This is a 2-year position located in Burlington, VT starting in January 2025. We operate the water chemistry laboratory at the Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Lab and seek an individual with demonstrated experience in water chemistry analysis, limnological monitoring, data management, and creative problem solving. Applicants should hold a BS in environmental chemistry, environmental science, biology, ecology, or related fields and have a minimum of two years experience in water chemistry analysis and standard limnological methods. The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in water chemistry analysis, limnological field techniques, data processing and QA/QC, and the ability to work effectively and collaborate with a diverse team. Our group is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive community. Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

For more information including how to apply, please see https://www.uvmjobs.com/  posting #73825, Limnology Lab Manager.

Laboratory & Data Technician

We have an immediate opening for a temporary (1-year) laboratory technician with expertise in data science and/or phytoplankton analysis. The technician will support laboratory activities that align with their expertise in one or both areas.  Data technicians should have previous experience in management, analysis, and quality control of ecological data including high frequency sensor measurements. Phytoplankton technicians should have a demonstrated working knowledge of phytoplankton taxonomy and microscopy. This is a 35-hour per week position starting at $23 hourly. To apply, please send a short (1 page) cover letter specifying your area of expertise (data, phytoplankton, or both) and your C.V with contact information for 3 references to Mindy Morales-Williams (ana.morales@uvm.edu). Applications will be considered as they are received for start dates between now and January 2025.

MS student position in winter limnology

We are seeking an MS student to work on an NSF Macrosystems-funded project investigating the influence of warming winters on phytoplankton phenology and ecosystem function. This is part of a larger collaborative project with GLEON partners from University of Missouri, Cornell, SUNY New Paltz, and University of Colorado-Boulder. The project will integrate experimental approaches in aquatic mesocosms at the Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory with a larger scale study of more than 30 lakes across the U.S.

Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic about collaborative team science and the influences of climate change on aquatic ecosystem function. Applications will be considered for start dates in spring or summer 2025. To apply for this position, please send your C.V. and brief statement of interest to Mindy Morales-Williams (ana.morales@uvm.edu, vermontlimnology.com) by Nov.1, 2024.

More information on the Rubenstein School graduate program in Natural Resources and the formal application process can be found here: https://www.uvm.edu/rsenr/graduate-programs .

The Singh Environmental Systems Lab at Auburn University seeks two motivated MS students interested in understanding hydrological and/or biogeochemical processes at regional scales. The student will have the opportunity to work with large datasets, hydrological and water quality models, and statistical approaches. The graduate student will interact with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, including a limnologist, soil biogeochemist, and hydrologist.

Preferred qualifications:

BS in hydrology, biogeochemistry, environmental science, or related fields; Background in R, Python, or other programming languages is preferred.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will receive a competitive stipend, tuition coverage, and health insurance.

How to apply:

The application deadline for Spring 2025 is Oct 25, 2024, and the expected start date is January 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

Interested candidates should contact Dr. Nitin Singh with a CV and 1 page

(max) cover letter discussing their topic of interest(s) and why they are interested in the position. Please send these materials in a single PDF document to nitin.singh@auburn.edu and include “Graduate Student Application” in the subject line.

Over the last nine years, the M.S. in Environmental Biology Program at Regis University, located in Denver, Colorado, has prepared students for careers in the environmental and ecological workforce.

Our program differs from more traditional thesis-based master’s programs in that we:

1. Emphasize learning and applying skills demanded by employers to ecosystem management. These skills include GIS, statistical computing in R, professional writing, environmental policy, wetland delineation, and advanced ecology.

2. Emphasize field-based research during both a 100-hour internship at an external agency and a cohort-based field research project with ecosystem managers at partner agencies including Denver Mountain Parks.

3. Offer a flexible timeline. You can earn your master’s degree in an intensive, one-year program or up to three years as it fits with your needs and goals.

4. Offer small class sizes and a cohort experience that enables students to build close relationships

with other students and faculty members who are focused on helping each student navigate their own career pathway.

Our alumni have indicated that the program’s applied skills-based emphasis has prepared them well for securing and maintaining employment. Not only do program experiences enrich their resumes, but the content focus and gained experience make our students highly competitive applicants. Within several months of graduation, most of our graduates obtain employment in a wide array of jobs in the governmental, private, and non-profit sectors.

We have Teaching Fellowships available for the 2025-2026 academic year, which provide valuable teaching experience and offset tuition expenses for competitive applicants. If interested, you can apply for a fellowship when you apply to the program. Teaching fellowship applications will be reviewed beginning on March 15th, 2025.

We also offer generous scholarships up to $6,000 to all eligible applicants to the M.S. Environmental Biology Program for the 2025-2026 academic year.

If you want to learn more, visit: REGIS.EDU/ENVIRONMENT for more information on admission, application details, and the teaching fellowship. Our program does not require the GRE for admission.

The Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology (EEOB) at Iowa State University is recruiting doctoral and master’s level graduate students for Fall 2025.

The EEB major at Iowa State is designed for students interested in the composition, structure, and functional processes of ecological systems, and the mechanisms that regulate the pattern and rate of evolutionary change within and among species. Our program provides students with an interdisciplinary education and opportunities to train and conduct research in their area of interest. The EEOB department has a productive and diverse faculty who conduct both theoretical and empirical research in ecology and evolutionary biology. Empirical work is on a broad array of questions and organismal systems, including microbes, plants, vertebrate and invertebrate animals and whole ecosystems.

Iowa State University is a large and vibrant campus, with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability. It is located in Ames, IA, which was ranked #1 best college town by 24/7 Wall St in 2019.

All admitted applicants will be financially supported by a 9- or 12-month graduate assistantship throughout their tenure in the program. To receive priority consideration for competitively awarded fellowships, and to ensure there are no Visa issues for international students, applicants should submit a complete application package by December 15.

Applications can be submitted after these dates for consideration; however, funding opportunities are limited. Application fees may be forgiven for applicants that meet specific guidelines.

Applicants should contact faculty and identify potential advisors before applying. Faculty are more than willing to answer questions about the general program and about their own specific labs and research. A listing of graduate program faculty can be found here: https://www.eeob.iastate.edu/all-faculty

We provide specific guidance about your application, describe the evaluation process and outline specifics of funding on the application webpages for the programs.

EEB Program: https://www.eeb.iastate.edu/admissions

Admissions:

For questions or assistance with the application process, please e-mail our Graduate Program Coordinator, Lynette Edsall at camelot@iastate.edu.

PhD opportunities in Plant Ecological Genetics and Genomics

Are you interested in the genetic and physiological mechanisms of adaptation, the costs of plasticity, understanding potential maladaptive responses to climate change, and/or the fitness effects of non-additive genetic architecture?

The Oakley lab in the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology at Purdue University is recruiting a PhD student for Fall 2025 for one of two NSF funded projects in plant ecological genetics and genomics. One project is connecting the genotype-phenotype-fitness map for cold acclimation, an adaptive plastic response in seasonally freezing environments. Cold acclimation is common in plants throughout the temperate zones and involves dramatic metabolic and physiological changes in response to cool autumn temperatures which increase winter freezing tolerance. It is energetically costly, particularly in cool but non-freezing environments, and climate change may exacerbate the negative fitness consequences of this cost. The other project is examining the fitness consequences of non-additive genetic architecture (dominance and epistasis) and linkage on local adaptation and maladaptation. There are many opportunities for new directions building off the main themes of these projects including extension of work on Arabidopsis to other systems including Populus and Plantago. There is a vibrant community of interdisciplinary plant biologists (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fag.purdue.edu%2Fcpb%2Ffaculty%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C63a425b959264864781608dce2c4aec9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638634581609384494%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qCikIvveKYJUgxKm6unB4W6leJqWMPaENb7rLNrBO9k%3D&reserved=0) at Purdue, providing ample opportunity for interaction and collaboration.

A BS/BA degree in ecology & evolution, genetics, plant biology, or related field is required (by Spring 2025), as is a strong interest in learning to use -omic tools to answer evolutionary questions. No specific skills are required, but some combination of experience in experimental biology, molecular genetics, bioinformatics/quantitative analysis, and plant care is strongly preferred.

If you are interested in applying, please email your CV and a short
(1-2 paragraph) email explaining your interest in graduate school in general, and the lab and project in particular. This should be done prior to applying, ideally no later than 4 weeks prior to the application deadline. Applications are due by Dec. 1st, 2024, do not require the GRE, and you may be able to have the application fee waived through the Big Ten Academic Alliance FreeApp program. This is a direct admit program (no rotations). Students interested in doing rotations may also apply via the interdisciplinary plant science program (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fag.purdue.edu%2Fcpb%2Fapply-now.html&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C63a425b959264864781608dce2c4aec9%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638634581609402738%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=g%2BsClliLakPWW1NnFTX%2FtkIiLusO92ymLnGcMQByuQc%3D&reserved=0).

The Department of Biology at Miami University is seeking to recruit students for our Master’s and PhD programs.

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We have a strong core group of faculty working in ecology and evolution creating a great community for our students, supported by modern facilities in microscopy, genomics, and a research field station in Oxford Ohio.
Additional facilities for ecological and botanical research include the Herbarium in Oxford and The Conservatory at the nearby Hamilton campus. Our departmental program covers all levels of organization within biology.

The Department provides guaranteed support through teaching assistantships (which include tuition waivers), as well as through faculty research grants when available. Miami is located in Oxford Ohio, a college town with ample outdoor opportunities and a vibrant downtown. Miami currently enrolls approximately 2,300 graduate students and 20,500 undergraduates.

Faculty with interests in ecology and evolution that are actively recruiting students are below. We encourage prospective students to email potential mentors before applying

Dean Castillo – Evolutionary genetics of reproduction, mating behaviors, and speciation. https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsites.google.com%2Fmiamioh.edu%2Fcastillo-lab%2Fhome&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7Cd54a4248113a42c0ce1c08dce2b06238%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638634494426450066%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=S7PMTE6t1RsGJbzwLfWnc6Eeua8ooz1j7puJPMpfryU%3D&reserved=0 (
castild@miamioh.edu)

Deidra Jacobsen – Ecology and evolution of plant-insect interactions

(jacobsd8@miamioh.edu)

Lesley Knoll – Freshwater ecology; aquatic ecosystem function (e.g., anoxia, nutrient fluxes) and structure (e.g., phytoplankton composition, toxic cyanobacteria) responses to environmental change (knolllb@miamioh.edu)

Richard Moore – Evolution of plant sexual reproduction; plant conservation genetics

(moorerc@miamioh.edu)

Yoshi Tomoyasu- developmental and evolution of insect wings

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Zheng Li – genome evolution with impacts on phenotype evolution and biodiversity

(liz7@miamioh.edu)

“Castillo, Dean” <castild@miamioh.edu>

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The Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology (EEOB) at Iowa State University is recruiting doctoral and master’s level graduate students for Fall 2025.

The EEB major at Iowa State is designed for students interested in the composition, structure, and functional processes of ecological systems, and the mechanisms that regulate the pattern and rate of evolutionary change within and among species. Our program provides students with an interdisciplinary education and opportunities to train and conduct research in their area of interest. The EEOB department has a productive and diverse faculty who conduct both theoretical and empirical research in ecology and evolutionary biology. Empirical work is on a broad array of questions and organismal systems, including microbes, plants, vertebrate and invertebrate animals and whole ecosystems.

Iowa State University is a large and vibrant campus, with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability. It is located in Ames, IA, which was ranked #1 best college town by 24/7 Wall St in 2019.

All admitted applicants will be financially supported by a 9- or 12-month graduate assistantship throughout their tenure in the program. To receive priority consideration for competitively awarded fellowships, and to ensure there are no Visa issues for international students, applicants should submit a complete application package by December 15.
Applications can be submitted after these dates for consideration; however, funding opportunities are limited. Application fees may be forgiven for applicants that meet specific guidelines.

Applicants should contact faculty and identify potential advisors before applying. Faculty are more than willing to answer questions about the general program and about their own specific labs and research. A listing of graduate program faculty can be found here:
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We provide specific guidance about your application, describe the evaluation process and outline specifics of funding on the application webpages for the programs.

EEB Program: https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eeb.iastate.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7Ca7fa973ea1cd4e65a25f08dce2b0551d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638634494228038011%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Yt9xiex%2Bt7oPw6syRsFP8soHHfHAPj9Ci4aMcvo9AC4%3D&reserved=0

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For questions or assistance with the application process, please e-mail our Graduate Program Coordinator, Lynette Edsall at camelot@iastate.edu

Dr. Dean C. Adams
Distinguished Professor of Evolutionary Biology Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology Iowa State University
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dcadams@iastate.edu

Professors Sergei Pond and Ananias Escalante at Temple University (Philadelphia, USA) seek to jointly advise a PhD student interested in comparative evolutionary genomics of eukaryotic parasites. If selected and successfully admitted to Temple University, the student will be home at our institute, iGEM (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Figem.temple.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmid14018%40uconn.mail.onmicrosoft.com%7C3ddaa44546bc449aa3aa08dce2a26deb%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638634434476591169%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=DkOG5LqEnNWpfrDCOUyViDlTOLXBB3zOHDxL1gjfIxU%3D&reserved=0). This opportunity offers personal and professional growth, as students are encouraged to interact with others while contributing to our research.

The ideal candidate should show a clear interest in evolutionary biology or bioinformatics. While previous experience with coding (R and Python) and analyzing NGS data (Linux) is desirable, we are more interested in candidates with a strong aptitude for learning analytical tools, with basic formation in evolution and/or statistics at the undergraduate or MSc level, and strong motivation to understand the biology of eukaryotic parasites while interrogating genomic data.

Before applying to Temple, please email Ananias.Escalante@temple.edu a brief statement introducing yourself, a CV/resume, and an unofficial transcript. Motivated students with degrees other than Biological Sciences can also inquire. Students from non-English-speaking countries must show sufficiency in the language (e.g., the TOEFL exam). Students admitted to Temple Ph.D. programs are offered five years of support through TA/RA ships and opportunities to apply for independent fellowships. Temple???s application deadlineis December 15, 2024. We consider students until January; however, late applicants may not be eligible for some scholarships.

Research Internship Opportunity

Internship opportunity to gain water quality field and laboratory experience supporting Waquoit Bay Reserve’s System Wide Monitoring Program (SWMP)

Waquoit Bay Reserve Foundation is seeking an intern to assist the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve’s (WBNERR) research department and gain valuable research and monitoring experience. This internship will assist the Research Associate with the collection and processing of water samples for nutrient and pigment (chlorophyll) assessment, assist with water quality data entry and QA/QC, and perform limited amounts of data analysis. The intern will also assist with cleaning and preparing materials for WBNERR’s water quality monitoring programs and with upkeep of a meteorological station. Furthermore, this intern will assist in maintaining lab and field equipment as well as various aspects of the research laboratory. Training and mentorship will be provided by the WBNERR research staff. By the end of this internship, the successful intern will gain valuable skills in:

Water quality monitoring
Taking care of lab equipment
How to work in a lab setting and adhere to set protocols and data quality control practices
Field sampling
Understanding how a long-term monitoring program works and examples within the NERRS
Hours: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours/week

Duration: October 21, 2024 – December 20, 2024

Salary: $22/hour

To Apply: Send a cover letter and résumé to Theo Collins, at theophilos.j.collins@mass.gov, by October 10, 2024.

Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

131 Waquoit Highway

Waquoit, MA 02536

www.waquoitbayreserve.org

For more information, contact Theo Collins at theophilos.j.collins@mass.gov.

Herpetologist Wanted!!!

Come join our team in Milwaukee! The Gamble Lab at Marquette University is hiring a Research/Animal Care Technician. Duties include lizard & snake husbandry; sample collection & curation; & data management – email w/questions: tgamble@geckoevolution.org

Information about the Gamble at Marquette University can be found here:
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Get details about the position and apply here:
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Tony Gamble, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Marquette University
Milwaukee WI 53201
E-mail: tgamble@geckoevolution.org
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We’re recruiting graduate students to the Layton Lab at the University of Toronto! We’re broadly interested in molluscan systematics, evolution and genomics and we work on a number of different systems and questions spanning both micro and macroevolutionary scales. For detailed information about our research, please see here: https://www.laytonlab.com/

Grad students will be part of the vibrant Ecology and Evolutionary Biology department at the University of Toronto. Please see their website

(https://eeb.utoronto.ca/education/graduate/ for more information about the department.

Applicants should send along a CV, a brief statement (max 250 words) describing their research interests and motivation for pursuing graduate studies and unofficial transcripts by November 1st for full consideration (kara.layton@utoronto.ca).  Our group welcomes, supports and encourages diversity in academia so please don’t hesitate to ask how my supervisory approach, and the research group more broadly, can best meet your needs.

Anticipated start date of September 2025 but early admission may be possible.

Please see the research assistant posting through the Chicago Botanic

Garden below and feel free to share.

Application link:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=21ef98a3-d325-4110-a85a-7729320b6f80&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=9201728462976_1&&source=EN

Thank you,

Alicia

Title: Research Assistant

Position Overview:

The person in this seasonal (nine-month), part-time (29 hours per week)

research assistant position will work with a collaborative team that seeks

to understand the diverse relationships between plants and microbes through

data synthesis and data science methods. This project aims to provide

generalities on the ecological outcomes to contribute to plant restoration

and agricultural knowledge. The research assistant will primarily be

responsible for screening relevant literature on plant-microbe

relationships, extracting data from literature to contribute to a database,

and data visualization. This work is remote, but the research assistant

will be expected to report in-person once every three weeks if located

within a 20-mile radius of the Chicago Botanic Garden’s main campus in

Glencoe, Illinois. Meetings will be between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST during

the work week.

Responsibilities

In this role you will be responsible for the following:

   – Evaluate and filter literature that the team has previously gathered

   – Extract and clean quantitative data from primary literature using R

   tidyverse packages

   – Extract and clean qualitative data from primary literature using

   packages such as metaDigitise or juicr

   – Visualize data using R

   – Attend monthly team meetings

   – Attend weekly Restoration and Conservation lab meetings

   – Deliver team reports via PowerPoint every two months

   – Meet weekly with supervisors and provide progress updates

   – Employ reproducible data practices such as with GitHub

   – Assist with developing a pipeline for automated or semi-automated

   qualitative data extraction

   – The research assistant may be asked to support with other similar NRR

   trait synthesis projects

Chicago Botanic Garden Values & Behaviors:

VALUES

*As an organization, we prioritize a culture of GROWTH.

BEHAVIORS

*As an organization, w commit to remaining curious in how we approach our work.

   – Create and maintain spaces for learning.

   – Test new ideas and are willing to take risks to achieve our vision.

   – Collaborate to strengthen our skills and impact.

   – Demonstrate perseverance and humility as we work toward our long-term

   impact.

Seek to UNDERSTAND.

We seek to understand others from their perspective.

   – Provide opportunities for input and feedback from others.

   – Actively listen to all points of view.

   – Consider individual’s lived experiences.

   – Advocate for and protect time for reflection especially during times

   of conflict or confusion.

See one another through a lens of RESILIENCE.

We believe that all individuals can experience good outcomes with support.

   – Give others the space to balance work and personal needs.

   – Support others and demonstrate empathy especially during challenging

   and stressful times.

   – Seek opportunities to learn from and about one another.

   – Ask questions about and anticipate the needs of others.

Build TRUST through TRANSPARENCY.

We hold ourselves and others accountable by centering decision making that

honors all people.

   – Communicate information in a timely manner.

   – Provide clarity in complex situations with the goal of common

   understanding.

   – Discuss both positive and negative outcomes openly.

   – Evaluate the impacts of our actions.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

   – Three years of undergraduate experience

   – Access to a computer and internet for virtual team meetings and data

   collection

   – Ability to perform repetitive computer-based tasks, including reading

   and cleaning and processing large amounts of data from multiple sources

   – Ability to work independently and collaboratively (experience on at

   least one collaborative team)

   – Ability to keep detailed and well-organized records

   – Three years of R experience including creating functions, regex, and

   using tidyverse packages including stringr and dplyr

   – Two years of data manipulation experience

   – One years of Excel experience

   – One year experience reading scientific literature

   – Experience in research summary and having conducted at least one

   literature review, annotated bibliography, or synthesis

Physical Demands:

Office setting. Frequent sitting, looking at a computer screen, and

keyboard use. Use of office equipment including computers, and telephones,

copiers, and scanners.

Why Apply?

Come work in a setting that is like no other as you support our mission:

We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. Take the first

step toward being one of the employees who make the Garden one of the

treasures of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Apply today. Please note

that applicants who do not meet the required qualifications will not be

considered.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any

employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age,

national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a

veteran, or basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local

protected class.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general

nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this

classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all

responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, the

Chicago Botanic Garden does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its

programs or activities, including in employment or admissions. Please call

(847) 835-8264 to contact our Title IX Coordinator should you have

questions or concerns. Please do not call this number to inquire about job

postings or the status of your application, or with solicitations from

companies or third-party recruiters.

The Dorgan lab recently moved to University of Texas Marine Science Institute, and we are recruiting graduate students, postdocs, and a post-BS level technician.

Research in the lab integrates ecology, biomechanics (including engineering theory and methods), and invertebrate behavior, morphology and physiology with engineering theory and methods, including development of new instrumentation. We are looking for enthusiastic students with research experience, ideally with invertebrates, and strong quantitative skills. Experience in programming in Matlab, R, and/or Arduino is desired but not required. Our interdisciplinary approach to science benefits from a lab group with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experience. Students with strong backgrounds in biology or marine science who also have expertise in other sciences (math, physics/engineering, geology, etc.), creative writing or arts, or technical skills (workshop, electronics, etc.) are especially encouraged to apply.

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Two funded (tuition and stipend) M.S. positions have become available in the Bentley Lab at Sonoma State University starting in Spring 2025 (applications due Oct 31, 2024).

Students will work on grant-funded projects related to remote sensing (terrestrial laser scanning) of forests in Northern CA to investigate effects of forest management and wildfire on forest structure, carbon accounting and modeling of future wildfire risk.

Those who are interested should email Dr. Bentley (lisa.bentley@sonoma.edu) with a CV and description of: 1) research interests, 2) experience with field work and 3) skills related to spatial data processing, modeling, or coding (e.g., ArcGIS, R, python, TreeQSM, etc) to discuss the position before applying. It is possible that these positions can be deferred to Fall 2025 (applications due Jan 15, 2025).

The Mamoozadeh Lab at North Carolina State University (NC State) is accepting applications for a MSc or PhD student to begin August 2025 (fall semester). The Mamoozadeh Lab leverages genomics and bioinformatics to explore questions related to the ecology and evolutionary biology of aquatic species, particularly fishes of conservation or management concern. Research themes representative of the lab include exploring how genetic diversity is distributed across space and time, evaluating the role of climate and other landscape features in shaping adaptation, and assessing the effectiveness or likely impact of management actions. This research is often conducted in close collaboration with state and federal fisheries management agencies. Students work in lab and field environments, and build transferable skills in creativity, leadership, and communication, as well as highly marketable skills in field biology, genetics/genomics, and bioinformatics. The Mamoozadeh Lab is housed within the Department of Applied Ecology at NC State (https://cals.ncsu.edu/applied-ecology/), which also houses the USGS Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center and the USGS North Carolina Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, offering abundant opportunities for integrative and applied research in fisheries contexts. The selected applicant will work directly with Dr. Nadya Mamoozadeh on the NC State campus located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a BSc degree in the field of biology, ecology, evolution, environmental science, fisheries, natural resources, genetics/genomics, bioinformatics, or a related field. The selected applicant will be expected to develop and lead independent research in the fields of fish ecology, conservation genomics, and fisheries management. Prior molecular lab experience is strongly preferred, as well as quantitative skills (such as in R or bioinformatic analyses), or at least an authentic interest in developing these skills. Field experience will be viewed as a plus. Competitive candidates will have strong communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work independently. We are a very interactive lab and are looking for an enthusiastic scientist who cares about fisheries conservation and management. We are also a lab that celebrates diversity and inclusion, and we warmly invite lab members to contribute to this culture.

Support: Students in the Mamoozadeh Lab receive a stipend, tuition, and health insurance, as well as support for professional travel. This support may come through a mix of teaching assistantships, research assistantships, and other sources.

How to Apply: Interested students should email the following to Dr. Nadya Mamoozadeh (nmamoozadeh@gmail.com) as a single PDF and using the subject line Fisheries Genomics Student

1)      Brief cover letter describing research interests, accomplishments, career goals, and how working in the Mamoozadeh Lab will help you achieve these goals

2)      Resume/CV

3)      Unofficial transcripts

4)      Writing sample (e.g., published paper, manuscript in preparation, MSc or undergraduate thesis, or research paper or essay from a relevant course)

5)      Names and email addresses for three professional references

Applications should be received before 25 October 2024 to receive full consideration. Top candidates will be invited to discuss their qualifications and interests in a virtual interview. This informal selection process will be completed before the deadline for the official NC State graduate school application, which is 15 January 2025.

Inquiries: Informal inquiries to learn more about the position are welcomed (but not required) and should be sent to the email listed above.

The Wilder lab at Oklahoma State University is searching for a MS or PhD student to work on an NSF funded project studying the nutritional ecology of sexual cannibalism in spiders. The overall goal of the project is to identify if there are nutrients concentrated in the male spider body that act as a dietary supplement to cannibalistic females and enhance the success of their offspring. This project will involve fieldwork collecting large numbers of spiders, and laboratory experiments testing how cannibalism and various nutrient manipulations affect offspring production. The position will be funded through a combination of teaching and research assistantships. The start date is either the summer or fall of 2025.

The successful candidate should have:

–       a strong interest in working with spiders,

–       prior research experience either as an undergraduate or MS student,

–       the ability to work independently in the field and laboratory, and

–       strong writing skills.

To apply, please send the following items as a single pdf to Dr. Shawn Wilder (shawn.wilder@okstate.edu): (1) a current CV, (2) a statement on why you are interested in this position and your future career plans, (3) contact information for 3 references, and (4) unofficial copies of your transcripts.

The Mamoozadeh Lab at North Carolina State University (NC State) is
accepting applications for a MSc or PhD student to begin August 2025
(fall semester). The Mamoozadeh Lab leverages genomics and bioinformatics
to explore questions related to the ecology and evolutionary biology
of aquatic species, particularly fishes of conservation or management
concern. Research themes representative of the lab include exploring how
genetic diversity is distributed across space and time, evaluating the
role of climate and other landscape features in shaping adaptation,
and assessing the effectiveness or likely impact of management
actions. This research is often conducted in close collaboration with
state and federal fisheries management agencies. Students work in lab
and field environments, and build transferable skills in creativity,
leadership, and communication, as well as highly marketable skills in
field biology, genetics/genomics, and bioinformatics. The Mamoozadeh
Lab is housed within the Department of Applied Ecology at NC State
(https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcals.ncsu.edu%2Fapplied-ecology%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7Cf4379977ccc04f57264b08dcdac2525f%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638625775383076409%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Vj0J88QEje6V21QjtVqwz7jedtzsMHZuihk%2Bzs9mADg%3D&reserved=0), which also houses the
USGS Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center and the USGS North
Carolina Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, offering abundant
opportunities for integrative and applied research in fisheries
contexts. The selected applicant will work directly with Dr. Nadya
Mamoozadeh on the NC State campus located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a BSc degree in the field of
biology, ecology, evolution, environmental science, fisheries, natural
resources, genetics/genomics, bioinformatics, or a related field. The
selected applicant will be expected to develop and lead independent
research in the fields of fish ecology, conservation genomics, and
fisheries management. Prior molecular lab experience is strongly
preferred, as well as quantitative skills (such as in R or bioinformatic
analyses), or at least an authentic interest in developing these skills.
Field experience will be viewed as a plus. Competitive candidates will
have strong communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability
to work independently. We are a very interactive lab and are looking for
an enthusiastic scientist who cares about fisheries conservation and
management. We are also a lab that celebrates diversity and inclusion,
and we warmly invite lab members to contribute to this culture.

Support: Students in the Mamoozadeh Lab receive a stipend, tuition,
and health insurance, as well as support for professional travel. This
support may come through a mix of teaching assistantships, research
assistantships, and other sources.

How to Apply: Interested students should email the following to Dr.
Nadya Mamoozadeh (nmamoozadeh@gmail.com) as a single PDF and using the
subject line ?Fisheries Genomics Student?:
1) Brief cover letter describing research interests,
  accomplishments, career goals, and how working in the Mamoozadeh
  Lab will help you achieve these goals
2) Resume/CV
3) Unofficial transcripts
4) Writing sample (e.g., published paper, manuscript in
  preparation, MSc or undergraduate thesis, or research paper or
  essay from a relevant course)
5) Names and email addresses for three professional references

Applications should be received before 25 October 2024 to receive
full consideration. Top candidates will be invited to discuss their
qualifications and interests in a virtual interview.  This informal
selection process will be completed before the deadline for the official
NC State graduate school application, which is 15 January 2025.

Inquiries: Informal inquiries to learn more about the position are
welcomed (but not required) and should be sent to the email listed above.