Opportunities

Graduate position: UTexasAM.SpeciationHybridZones

The Delmore Lab at the University of Texas A&M is looking for PhD students
to join our group.  We study speciation using hybrid zones and work at
both the micro and macroevolutionary scale.  One of our research streams
focuses on speciation genomics and includes work on the processes that
generation genome-wide variation in estimates of differentiation. We
use both genomic data and computer simulations to address this question.

Another research stream focuses on behaviour ¡V how variation in
behavioural traits contributes to speciation and the molecular basis of
these traits. One of the behaviours we study is seasonal migration. Much
of this work focuses on a hybrid zones between Swainson¡¦s thrushes
but we are constantly expanding the scope of this work. Another
behaviour we study is courtship behaviour using a hybrid zone between
ruby-thorated/black-chinned hummingbirds.

You can apply to work in our lab through three degree programs: Ecology
and Evolutionary Biology (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Feeb.tamu.edu&data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7Ceebdb2a852604df32f0608d7341f1ad5%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637035180513315001&sdata=BXvIbON57OlSymJrK64fmpcxWYUU499yn74y9Lde5iY%3D&reserved=0; deadline Dec 15, 2019),
Genetics (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgenetics.tamu.edu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7Ceebdb2a852604df32f0608d7341f1ad5%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637035180513315001&sdata=dMsfmjuZlpTxJ660S0YFCGo3lHPNewqjwFe2z%2B%2B5pXo%3D&reserved=0; deadline Dec 1, 2019) and Biology
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integrate labs across the TAMU campus from international backgrounds. The
atmosphere is highly collaborative, enthusiastic and supportive. You
will be able to develop knowledge in evolution and substantial genomic
and computational skills while you¡¦re here.

Ph.D. in Genetics at Texas A&M University
genetics.tamu.edu

The Program in Genetics is the main interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in
the Natural Sciences at Texas A&M University

Texas A&M Biology
www.bio.tamu.edu
Biology Department at Texas A&M University in College Station,
TX. Graduate and Undergraduate Education in Biology, Microbiology,
and Cutting Edge Research!

Texas A&M is a Tier 1 institution with an amazing number of facilities
to support research. College station itself is a friendly university
town located between Austin and Houston. It is the perfect venue for
getting work done while having access to vibrant city centers full of
entertainment and culture.

You can find out more about our lab at delmorelab.com. If you are
interested in these positions please email a CV (including names and
contact details of two-three references) and a one-page cover letter
stating your motivations to Kira Delmore (kdelmore@bio.tamu.edu) with the
subject line “PhD application” in the first instance. Note that students
will then have to formally apply for admission to Texas A&M University
through any of the degree programs mentioned above.

Kira Delmore | Assistant Professor
Biology, College of Science | Texas A&M University
3528 TAMU | College Station, TX 77843
1 (979) 900-2129 | kdelmore@bio.tamu.edu
delmorelab.com

“Delmore, Kira” <kdelmore@bio.tamu.edu>

Job: Clemson Lab Technician, Plant Evolution Ecology

Clemson Department of Biological Sciences

Clemson, South Carolina

Koski Lab

The Koski Lab studies the evolutionary ecology of plant reproduction and is hiring a lab technician/manager to oversee daily lab operations (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkoskimatt.wixsite.com%2Fmatthewhkoski&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7C8381d1855e4644aef42808d73374046b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637034445696068813&amp;sdata=WzgmZU1bZ1XDZGRtcZgiOEiDwss8CDAAEYe%2BvrseMjg%3D&amp;reserved=0). Primary duties of the lab technician will be to assist in setting up equipment (microscopes, molecular equipment, spectrophotometers etc.), and collect data for lab-, greenhouse- and field-based experiments. Supervision of undergraduates and coordination with graduate students and the PI are required, so strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. The manager should also have strong organizational skills as management of large datasets, and curation of lab protocols will be necessary. The Koski Lab and Clemson University are committed to building a culturally diverse community.

Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension

Duties and Responsibilities:

•                    Plant maintenance and propagation (watering, fertilizing, cloning, potting, labeling etc.)

•                    Assist with ordering and setting up lab equipment and supplies

•                    Collection of phenotypic and molecular data

•                    Organization and management of datasets

•                    Supervision of undergraduate researchers

Requirements:

·         Bachelors degree in a relevant field of study

·         Research experience in a biology lab or lab of similar field

Preferred:

·         Bachelors degree in Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Biology, Plant Sciences, Environmental Sciences

·         Skill in basic molecular techniques

·         Ability to coordinate with and communicate with lab personnel

·         Strong experience with data management

·         Solid understanding of various biological systems

·         Strong troubleshooting/problem solving and analytical skills

·         Strong project management skills

·         Ability to manage multiple projects amid shifting priorities

·         Ability to work independently and in group settings

How to Apply:

Visit  https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcujobs.clemson.edu%2Fpsc%2Fps%2FJOBS%2FEXT%2Fc%2FHRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL%3FPage%3DHRS_APP_SCHJOB%26Action%3DU%26FOCUS%3DApplicant%26SiteId%3D1%26&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7C8381d1855e4644aef42808d73374046b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637034445696068813&amp;sdata=K%2BIdj2BEGSR95XVUgt0WA3PfWs02jd0%2FxoVE%2FftGGGw%3D&amp;reserved=0

Lab Specialist – 104550

Applications will be reviewed on September 18, 2019.

Contact Matt Koski, mkoski@clemson.edu, with any questions.

Matthew Koski

Assistant Professor

Clemson University

Dept. of Biological Sciences

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Graduate position: OhioU.PlantEvolution

GradStudentPositions:OhioUniv.PlantEvolution

M.S. and Ph.D. positions starting Fall 2020, Plant Evolution

The Schenk lab at Ohio University invites applicants for a Master¢s and
Ph.D. Degree in plant evolution, starting Fall semester, 2020.  Our lab
group is interested in how botanical diversity has been shaped by the
interactions among morphological, ecological, and species diversification.
We apply statistical phylogenetic approaches that quantify and incorporate
molecular, morphological, and ecological variation to plant systems in
order to understand the evolutionary processes of how and why species
diversify.

Tuition and stipend for competitive students that meet all requirements
will be supported by research or teaching assistantships.  For full
consideration, the application deadline is January 15th.

Interested students should contact Dr. John Schenk (schenk@ohio.edu)
prior to submitting an application (the earlier the better).

For more information, visit the Schenk lab website
(https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschenklab.weebly.com%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C7da58de3f05743184a9808d731c004a3%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637032573087546286&amp;sdata=W9xYBasaMYZ%2BtjCM02v1rrgrFCAwz%2BxzvAiMi6dKMZk%3D&amp;reserved=0) and the Department of Environmental and
Plant Biology’s website (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ohio.edu%2Fcas%2Fplant-biology&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C7da58de3f05743184a9808d731c004a3%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637032573087546286&amp;sdata=VxYfcd2oAkgFRNX8BdwV6IVYjyG0%2BEMCIF%2BsuJ3wsO0%3D&amp;reserved=0).  More
information about the graduate program can be found at the departmental
web page (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ohio.edu%2Fcas%2Fplant-biology%2Fgraduate%2Fadmissions&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C7da58de3f05743184a9808d731c004a3%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637032573087546286&amp;sdata=ooMIDxfjcRpyH6mgSRFVCd3H%2B3zfm%2BnuPkMZXpQFqQ4%3D&amp;reserved=0).

2 NSF funded undergraduate research and work opportunities – Evolutionary Biology

Undergraduate research and work opportunities

As part of a study funded by the National Science Foundation focused on the evolutionary
significance of whole genome duplication in plants (we use mosses as model systems) we seek
to fill TWO POSITIONS with BIO or EEB majors interested in evolutionary biology:

1. Maintain cultures of mosses: we establish and propagate cultures of mosses for genome
analysis, reproduction biology experiments and morphological study
2. Process DNA sample (extraction, amplification and sequencing) for phylogenetic analysis

Prerequisites: BIOL 1108 or BIOL 1110
Eligibility: Sophomores and juniors preferred, GPA > 3.0
Number of hours weekly: 6-8
Open for credit or compensation
Deadline for application: Sept 6, 2019
Contact bernard.goffinet@uconn.edu.
Subject line: bryology position
The Goffinet Lab (see http://bryology.uconn.edu):
We study the evolution and systematics of plants with a
focus on mosses, liverworts, and hornworts, and also of
fungi, namely those establishing permanent symbiotic
associations, called lichens. Past undergrads have done
projects addressing a variety of questions and acquiring
experience in DNA extraction, amplification and sequencing, estimating genome size via flow
cytometry, analysis of morphological traits, assessing phenotypic signatures following genome
duplication, sterile cultures techniques for moss propagation, and lichen barcoding.

Botanist position

POSITION TITLE:    Botanist (full time, one year, OPS

position *with

potential for extension*)

SUPERVISOR:          Amy Jenkins

LOCATION:             Tallahassee, FL

DATE PREPARED:  August 2019

CLOSING DATE:     Midnight September 12, 2019

SALARY:                   $20/hour (expected depending on qualifications)

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Florida Natural Areas Inventory (FNAI) at Florida State University is

looking for an experienced botanist to work under the supervision of FNAI’s

senior botanist on an array of applied research projects supporting land

management and conservation in Florida.  Field work will be conducted on

conservation lands from the Keys to the Panhandle.   Candidates with the

applicable skills will help with GIS work, data analysis, species

distribution modeling, and manuscript preparation.  Work will be split

between field and office time, but will involve a considerable number of

long field days in often challenging conditions – extreme temperatures,

humidity, sun, biting insects, dense vegetation.  Candidates must be

comfortable working in small groups, or sometimes alone, in areas with

sporadic cell service, navigating to field sites through difficult terrain,

and walking long distances.

Current FNAI projects that the candidate may assist with include:

   –  Rare plant surveys

   – Vegetation monitoring plot data collection to inform land management

   – Natural community (ecosystem/vegetative community) mapping

   – Invasive plant surveys and evaluation of treatment efficacy

ABOUT FNAI:

The *Florida Natural Areas Inventory (FNAI)  *is

Florida’s Natural Heritage Program and state member of the *NatureServe*

network.  We are housed within the *Florida

Resources and Environmental Analysis Center*

at *Florida

State University* .  As the Florida Heritage Program,

one of our primary responsibilities is maintaining a spatial database of

information on Florida’s rarest species and conservation lands but we also

work on an array of applied research projects to inform conservation and

land management decisions making with funding provided by state and federal

agency partners.  Our office is off-campus in Midtown which is centrally

located near shops, restaurants, and historic neighborhoods.  The larger

Tallahassee region offers many outdoor recreation opportunities in the

nearby Apalachicola National Forest and a number of coastal parks and

refuges within a short drive from town.

DUTIES:

1.      Identify plants, collect data on vegetative structure and

composition, and distinguish vegetative communities using standard field

protocols

2.      Prepare maps using ArcGIS, process field data, analyze spatial and

tabular data

3.      Participate in meetings with co-workers, and agency partners as

necessary to coordinate project activities and present results as required

by project.

4.      Assist in the completion of technical reports and/or manuscripts

upon project completion.

REQUIREMENTS:

1.      Bachelor’s degree in the botany or biological sciences (master’s

degree or PhD preferred)

2.      Minimum of one year (two years or more preferred) full-time

experience collecting botanical field data.

3.      Experience identifying plants using taxonomic keys and extensive

knowledge of the flora of the southeastern US, preferably Florida.

4.      Good organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

5.      Ability to work independently and under pressure of deadlines and

to provide written responses in a timely manner.

6.      Ability to communicate well in person and in writing.

7.      Ability to work well with FNAI staff scientists and other

university or agency partners.

8.      A commitment to conducting professional conservation work and

delivering high quality products.

9.      Willingness to travel frequently during the week for multi-day work

trips in remote areas.

10.  Excellent physical condition and the ability to conduct rigorous field

work in adverse conditions.

Other Preferred Skills:

1.      Experience with remote sensing, natural community and habitat

interpretation from aerial photographs and satellite imagery.

2.      Experience or familiarity with ArcGIS and database management

software.

3.      Experience/interest in primitive camping (camping on site during

the cooler months allows FNAI staff to make good use of daylight in areas

where hotels are far away)

4.      Experience using R for data analysis.

5.      Experience using python programming language.

6.      Experience with LiDAR/Laser Scanner data processing and

interpretation.

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Living Shoreline Research Technician USM – Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Description:

The primary duties of the Research Technician are to support a 2 year laboratory- and field-based project focused on the effects of living shorelines on nekton abundances and food web structure in Mississippi coastal waters. Duties will include a combination of field work, laboratory sample processing, data analysis, and report preparation. Interested parties should apply directly to the website below. Questions should be directed to kevin.dillon@usm.edu or michael.andres@usm.edu.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

Assisting with field work, including quantification of nekton abundances (seines and beam plankton trawls), collecting water quality parameters with a YSI water quality sonde, and collecting water samples for nutrient analysis.

Laboratory processing of nekton samples for identification, quantification, and stable isotope analysis.

Calibration of YSI sondes and laboratory analysis of water samples for nutrient and dissolved organic carbon concentrations.

Data entry and QA/QC of data.

Conducting data analyses using univariate, multivariate, non-parametric, and spatial techniques.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

B.S. in a related field and previous research experience. Valid driver’s license is also required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to operate small vessel (15-18 ft) for field work.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

Ability to be flexible.

A logical and independent mind.

Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Patience and determination.

Teamwork and Interpersonal skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred qualifications include experience with fish and water sample processing, data analysis, and experience conducting field research.

Location: Ocean Springs, MS

Salary: $30,000

Last Date to Apply: 15-Sep-2019

Anticipated Start Date: October or November-2019

Website: https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=1043&site=1

Lab technician in sediment ecology Dauphin Island Sea Lab

A full-time lab technician position is available at Dauphin Island Sea Lab to work with Dr. Kelly Dorgan on animal-sediment interactions. Research will focus on the impacts of infaunal organisms on the physical properties of sediments and will include laboratory and field experiments to study bioturbation and acoustic and geotechnical properties of sediments. The technician will be responsible for setting up and conducting laboratory experiments, developing and trouble-shooting methods, helping with field work, processing infauna and sediment samples, and maintaining equipment. The technician will also be responsible for general lab management, including purchasing supplies, doing paperwork, and organizing field and lab work. This position will also include some data analysis, and experience with Matlab, R, Arduino, ImageJ, or other computer programming languages would be useful but not required. ÂÂÂ

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I am ideally looking for a highly motivated recent B.S. graduate who is interested in gaining research experience before applying to graduate school. Applicants should have a BS in biology, marine science, or a related field, some previous research experience, and interest in marine invertebrates and/or sediment processes.

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The application form is available at https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FzSYWov6VGh1ZXuD58&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7C8636104705554e25e5c208d731e185e1%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637032717010273903&amp;sdata=SzAu1eS7lh%2BNM%2F0ZbRsER0gMxVF%2FWsTkIGrtRfwpBuw%3D&amp;reserved=0. For any questions, contact kdorgan@disl.org. Review of applications will begin October 14 and will continue until the position is filled.

Winter Wolf Survey Technician Openings

*Winter Wolf Survey Tech Positions*

Position background:

Four field technicians are needed to survey wolves using noninvasive

methods in the Superior National Forest, Minnesota from January 6 through

the end of March, 2020.  Methods include ground tracking (using

snowmobiles, snowshoes, and skis), camera trapping, howling, and collection

of scat and other genetic material for individual wolf ID.

Preferred experience includes driving on snowy/icy roads (including

unplowed roads), trailering snowmobiles, snowmobiling, animal tracking,

camera trapping, orienteering, snowshoeing/cross country skiing, data

processing.

It is extremely important the applicant be safety-conscious at all times.

Compensation:

On-site housing and $450 stipend per month is provided.  The work schedule

is generally 6 days on / 1 day off (but can sometimes vary).

Minimum qualifications:

1. Required (sorry, no exceptions) completed Bachelor degree in wildlife,

biology, ecology, zoology or a related field by the time the position

begins.

2.  Great attention to detail, organizational skills and very clear

handwriting.

3. Good references.

4. Outdoor and backcountry skills such as orienteering, snowmobiling,

snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, excellent winter driving skills,

trailering, animal tracking, etc.

5. Must be a US citizen with a social security number (and a US bank

account is required for stipend processing).  Due to administrative

constraints we are unable to consider international applicants.

To apply:

Please email these three items – 1) the completed application below, 2)

your resume, and 3) transcript (unofficial is fine) to Dr. Shannon

Barber-Meyer (supervisor for these positions) at sbarber-meyer@usgs.gov

Please *completely fill out* the application form itself (e.g., do not

leave sections of the application form incomplete, please do not just

reference your resume or other documents).

Last date to apply is September 25 but positions *are likely to be filled

as applications are received*.  All hiring decisions will be made by the

beginning of November at the latest.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION NOTES:

1) If you are offered and accept the position, we expect you to fulfill the

length of the position.  If you might potentially take another position

that would cause you to leave this position early or need to start later

than the start date, please do not accept the offer of this position.  *We

can only hire technicians that are able to commit for the entire duration.*

Thank you for understanding.

2) If you anticipate an absence during the position (a wedding, conference,

etc.) alert Dr. Barber-Meyer to that prior to being hired because it may

change whether or not we can hire you.  In some cases we are able to

accommodate an absence depending on timing and length but in other cases we

cannot.  Thank you for understanding.

*Application form – Winter Wolf Survey Volunteer Technician*

*USGS Minnesota Wolf and Deer Project, Ely, MN*

Please email the three following items to apply: *1) the completed

application below, 2) your resume, and 3) transcript (unofficial is fine)* to

Dr. Shannon Barber-Meyer at sbarber-meyer@usgs.gov

*Applicant info:*

Name –

Email –

Phone –

Degree date –

University –

Major / minor –

GPA –

*Do you have a valid U.S. state driver’s license?*

*List CPR, First Aid, and/or Wilderness First Responder certifications and

dates of expiration:*

*Please describe your experience with the following:*

Winter field work –

Driving 4×4 trucks on snowy/icy roads including unplowed roads –

Snowmobiling –

Trailering (snowmobiles, ATV’s, boats, etc.) –

Animal tracking (following and identifying tracks, especially large canids)

Camera trapping –

Accurately, neatly, and completely recording data –

Data entry / processing (especially of photos and spatial data) –

GIS –

Orienteering –

Snowshoeing / cross country skiing –

Mechanic / maintenance skills –

*References:* (Provide 3 work references – name, position, and email

address)

1

2

3

*Any additional remarks you would like to make:*

Thank you for your application to the USGS MN Wolf and Deer Project!

Shannon

Shannon Barber-Meyer, Ph.D.

Research Wildlife Biologist

USGS Wolf and Deer Project

1393 Hwy 169

Ely, MN 55731

sbarber-meyer@usgs.gov

https://www.usgs.gov/staff-profiles/shannon-barber-meyer

Job advertisement: Data manager

Job Title:  Data Manager

Hiring Manager:  Dr. Barbara Han

Location:  Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies. Millbrook, New York

Duration:  This is a full time, fully benefitted position for one year, subject to annual renewal contingent on performance.

Application closing date:  September 16

Position start date:  October 2019 (flexible)

Duties:  We are seeking a full time data and laboratory manager to support research activities in computational ecology of zoonotic diseases (www.hanlab.science). Main duties will include the collection, curation, pre-processing, and analysis of data from diverse sources including web repositories and published literature; refining the workflow for combining and visualizing large synthetic datasets; generating data visualizations; and spatial data handling (creating, merging, and visualizing geographic data) to support ongoing projects. These main tasks will require programming proficiency (R preferred) and demonstrated experience with exploratory data analysis and visualization.

Qualifications:  The applicant should possess previous training and experience in a related field (a degree in biological or health sciences, data science, computer science, or statistics). Research experience with infectious diseases is preferred. In addition to R programming experience, proficiency with ArcGIS (or equivalent open access software) and experience with Python is an advantage. Proficiency with, or interest in, implementing various machine learning algorithms is required. The successful candidate will be collaborative with demonstrated excellence in both verbal and written communication; be detail-oriented; and be ablet to effectively manage time allocation to support multiple ongoing projects. This position offers the opportunity to engage in ongoing lab research projects, and to develop independent side projects exploring questions related to infectious disease ecology.

The final candidate will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment screening and background check.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

To Apply:  Interested applicants should send a CV, a 1-page cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications for the position, and contact information for 3 professional references to Dr. Barbara Han (hanb@caryinstitute.org).

Graduate position: UAlabama.EvolutionaryEpigenomicsBees

PhD Positions to Study Epigenome-to-Phenome of Bumble Bee Thermal
Tolerance:

Multiple PhD positions are available in the laboratories of Jeff Lozier
and Janna Fierst at The University of Alabama as part of a recently
awarded NSF Rules of Life project: “Bumble bee cold tolerance across
elevations – From epigenotype to phenotype across space, time, and levels
of biological organization”. PhD students will be involved in studying
the links between genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic variation
in relation to local thermal tolerance adaptation in montane bumble
bees. The project will involve extensive high throughput sequencing
of bees from wild populations and experimental colonies and the use of
approaches like network theory to model and draw inferences from these
complex data. Students will develop questions relating to ecological and
evolutionary genomics within the broader project objectives. The focus
of the positions is flexible, and we expect there will be a great deal
of collaboration among project personnel.

We are looking to recruit highly motivated students with interests in
applying modern molecular and computational tools to address ecological
and evolutionary questions in a non-model organism. Applicants should
have a strong academic record (GPA > 3.0), an ability for clear verbal
and written communication, and a desire to learn new skills! Students
funded off the grant will participate in both laboratory molecular work
(primarily generation of RNAseq and genome sequencing libraries) and
computational analyses, and applicants should thus have some degree of
experience or interest in both aspects of the project.

The project will involve collaborations with Drs. Michael Dillon and
Franco Basile at the University of Wyoming, and James Strange at Ohio
State. As part of these collaborations there will be opportunities for
field work or experimental work with bumble bees, depending on student
interests and expertise.

Contact Jeff Lozier (jlozier@ua.edu) or Janna Fierst
(janna.l.fierst@ua.edu) for more information. Anticipated start date
will be Fall 2020, but we can be flexible.

Useful Links:
Lozier Lab: lozierlab.ua.edu
Fierst Lab: jfierst.people.ua.edu
U Alabama Biological Sciences: bsc.ua.edu