Graduate position: Earth-life evolution, Geo-genomics, informatics
>
> The Dolby and Kusumi labs at Arizona State University (School of Life
> Sciences) welcome graduate (PhD) applications to work on a new NSF-
> funded project that seeks to understand how Earth processes shape
> genomic evolution and diversification of species. This project includes
> reference genome assembly, population genomics (low coverage genome
> data), seasonal differential expression (RNAseq), and ecological niche
> modeling for at least six mammal, reptile, and plant species. The
> position will emphasize integration informatics including new analytical
> techniques for integrating geological and genomic data. The Dolby lab
> specializes in Earth-life evolution and geo-genomics; the Kusumi lab
> specializes in comparative and functional genomics as well as
> development. Research topics are flexible based on student strengths and
> interests; options include:
> 1. using geologic data to constrain evolutionary genomic models;
> 2. applying new developments from information theory to quantify
>   population genomic divergence;
> 3. standardizing how we quantify landscape change as the work done by
>   physical processes on that landscape.
>
> The student will work as part of the larger Baja GeoGenomics consortium
> (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.BajaGeoGenomics.org&data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7C9e8c14c9a6cc47b5f21708d743408c3d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637051816817242306&sdata=Sre6Ee8ZGFNmMg2yoWjLZkc7cDeVU%2Bdt844Wa2A7HTA%3D&reserved=0) and have exceptional opportunity for broad
> training with other biology, geology, and physics collaborators to
> become an integrative interdisciplinary scientist. Students from any STEM
> background are welcome to apply. Women and people from underrepresented
> groups are encouraged to apply. Computational or mathematical strengths
> are desired. An eagerness to work on complex interdisciplinary  problems
> is key along with strong creativity, problem-solving, and communication
> skills. Must be able to work both independently and part of a large
> international team. Inquiries for this position are encouraged. Interested
> students should submit a CV and brief summary of interests including how
> you might apply your background to these ideas (email: Greer Dolby at
> <gadolby (at) asu (dot) edu>). Interested students will need to apply
> to the ASU SOLS PhD program between 1-Oct and 15-Dec.
>
> Links:
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>
> Greer Dolby <gdolby@asu.edu>

The Department of Biology at the University of Virginia is
> currently recruiting PhD students in Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior
> (EEB). Graduate training in EEB at the University of Virginia emphasizes
> research creativity, independence, and collaboration. We are looking
> for students who bring their own ideas to the conversation, and
> who are willing to explore and master new techniques to research
> those ideas. Our culture provides exceptional opportunities for close
> interaction with faculty both in a student¡¯s home laboratory and across
> the department. Many students conduct their research at the Mountain
> Lake Biological Station (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmlbs.virginia.edu&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7C33abf47790cb4e2fff6e08d74274da06%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637050941952390453&amp;sdata=Q8ERJpyLIPksz2IplZVlIYtVNtGVnGekAqv%2F6zdoavI%3D&amp;reserved=0) where they interact
> closely with scientists and students from all over the world.
>
> Check out more details about our graduate program, including program
> requirements and opportunities, at https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eebvirginia.org%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7C33abf47790cb4e2fff6e08d74274da06%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637050941952390453&amp;sdata=7A0FAL7apWlRtDcP2%2BodvnPFXtqf%2Fs%2FvZv%2Fpz%2FBdcDQ%3D&amp;reserved=0
>
> Research in the EEB group at UVA spans a wide range of techniques and
> organisms. We encourage prospective students to reach out to faculty
> to discuss potential research projects and the application process
> (applications due December 1, 2019). Faculty currently recruiting
> students are:
>
> Alan O. Bergland: Evolutionary ecology and ecological genetics of rapid
> adaptation in Drosophila and Daphnia.
>
> Butch Brodie: Evolution of social behavior and coevoluionary dynamics
> in beetles, snakes, and newts.
>
> Bob Cox: Natural and sexual selection, evolutionary genetics, and
> evolutionary endocrinology in lizards.
>
> Laura Galloway: Mating system evolution and speciation in plants.
>
> Mandy Gibson: Host-parasite interactions and coevolution in C. elegans.
>
> Jennifer G¨¹ler: Evolution of drug resistance in malaria
>
> David Parichy: Evolution and development of pigmentation in zebrafish
>
> Deborah Roach: Life history evolution and plant evolutionary ecology
>
> Doug Taylor: Population genomics and molecular evolution in subdivided
> populations
>
> Martin Wu: Microbial ecology and the microbiome
>
>
>
> “Bergland, Alan Olav (aob2x)” <aob2x@virginia.edu>
>

Wetland field ecology position in Maryland -full time, benefits.Fun group! Join Dr. Palmer’s team + VT scientists Erin Hotchkiss, Durelle Scott & Danielle McLaughlin AND from UA,Nate Jones on an NSF focused project on wetlandscape hydrology and carbon biogeochemistry. For more info: see https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.PalmerLab.Umd.Edu&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Ca1f320f4fb544ea8a52108d74262615f%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637050862690925688&amp;sdata=1yJy%2FZerpqE0BuDtcDHogzPjkGGJtHSRPr3r27DsWlw%3D&amp;reserved=0 or email Margaret for more information.  Send resume and inquiry to Dr. Michael Williams – miwillia@umd.edu

Vacancy Announcement

Research Forester/Ecologist (GS-0460/0408-12/13)

Pacific Northwest Research Station, USDA Forest Service

Resource Monitoring and Assessment Program

https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usajobs.gov%2FGetJob%2FViewDetails%2F546178200&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7C1486070e025943ff1eb108d740cff590%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637049134295184121&amp;sdata=PrlwL%2FSN71JTrl4GL0och7Gi68HuWJEAyjUMiYTvtbI%3D&amp;reserved=0

The Pacific Northwest Research Station is advertising a Remote Sensing Scientist position, GS-0408/0460-12/13 located in Corvallis, Oregon.

The incumbent:

•    Will have broad knowledge of forest science, ecology, and remote sensing

•    Conducts research related to satellite-based remote sensing technologies (multispectral, lidar, and/or radar) and methods.  Provides unique scientific expertise and fundamental understanding of how these technologies can be applied to address critical natural resource challenges. This research will serve as a critical link between state-of-the-art remote sensing technologies and “real-world” information needs of the resource management community.

•    Will provide strong expertise in geospatial analysis and modeling

•    Will support current regional-scale vegetation mapping and monitoring programs within the Pacific Northwest Research Station allowing the scientist to provide unique insights into the impact of human use, climate and natural disturbance on the condition of forests and rangelands throughout the western US

•    Develops new approaches for applying remote sensing to improve the precision of regional and small-area estimates of status and trends in forest resources

For those interested, please apply via USAJobs (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usajobs.gov%2FGetJob%2FViewDetails%2F546178200&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7C1486070e025943ff1eb108d740cff590%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637049134295194118&amp;sdata=LrY%2BHSSpUEUNFbzP7vtlHLbIpBOL%2F1efemrjww3fOFE%3D&amp;reserved=0) prior to the closing date (9/24/2019).

Attached to this e-mail  you will find tips for applicants applying for FS positions. If you have technical questions related to completing the application please contact ASC-HRM at 877-372-7248 (option 2).

For questions related to position roles and responsibilities you can contact Hans Andersen hans.andersen@usda.gov (206-221-9034).

Thank you!

Graduate Position: University of Florida.Evolutionary Genetics
>
> The Baer lab (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpeople.clas.ufl.edu%2Fcbaer%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cb68b28331bbc4c0dcb7308d740f4b9cd%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637049292143682147&amp;sdata=o1nT35ZMmtElnafj7xlL7z%2BJU5PIN1aKycw6xp4DBfg%3D&amp;reserved=0) in the Department of
> Biology at the University of Florida is recruiting a Ph.D student for
> admission in the Fall 2020. Broadly speaking, we study the causes and
> consequences of genetic variation at the phenotypic and genomic level,
> with a specific focus on the interplay between mutation and natural
> selection. We use nematodes in the genus Caenorhabditis as our study
> system. The lab is currently funded by the NIH and NSF.
>
> The University of Florida is located in Gainesville, a family-friendly
> city of ~200K in North Central Florida, USA. Gainesville has a
> robust night life (or so I hear), and year-round outdoor recreational
> opportunities abound, provided they don’t require topography or snow.
>
> Please direct inquiries to Charlie Baer (cbaer@ufl.edu;
> 1-352-392-3550). Information about the Department of Biology can be
> found at: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbiology.ufl.edu%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmiranda.l.davis%40uconn.edu%7Cb68b28331bbc4c0dcb7308d740f4b9cd%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C1%7C637049292143682147&amp;sdata=sZIKaSJWPGizyP9Y3jptTB9yJl2SPYzUGqZg811Di6k%3D&amp;reserved=0.
>

Research Internships in Plant Ecology, Archbold Biological Station, Florida

Beginning January 2020; running about 8 months.

Applications due November 1, 2019.

Ideal for Students with Undergraduate Degrees Contemplating Graduate School

Includes independent research project. Provides Stipend, Room and Board.

Internships available at Archbold Biological Station in south-central Florida in the Plant Ecology Program, led by Dr. Eric Menges, which emphasizes conservation biology, plant demography, restoration ecology, fire ecology, landscape ecology, and fire management. We study many rare species of endemic vascular plants in endangered Florida scrub and related communities. Active fire management provides outstanding opportunities for short-term comparative studies in fire ecology. Our long-term (as long as 31-year) datasets on dozens of scrub plants gives context to short-term, focused, field projects. Additional information can be found at the Archbold website:  https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.archbold-station.org%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Cf64bfec7c1e44cd8f77b08d73e741c96%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637046540729541175&amp;sdata=%2BBZm0nxRgNlF0Zia6%2BQt7Y40O8VVRWIH4ilr8OMXvzY%3D&amp;reserved=0 or the plant ecology program website: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.archbold-station.org%2Fhtml%2Fresearch%2Fplant%2Fplant.html&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Cf64bfec7c1e44cd8f77b08d73e741c96%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637046540729541175&amp;sdata=GtTKvm3%2FVGlx6HClDzOdmYJtsUSqwVjdRFn%2FN%2FH5EiA%3D&amp;reserved=0 or our intern website: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.archbold-station.org%2Fhtml%2Fresearch%2Fplant%2Fplantinternship.html&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cmadeline.hennessey%40uconn.edu%7Cf64bfec7c1e44cd8f77b08d73e741c96%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637046540729541175&amp;sdata=isydgOiw4R6zehp%2BggcLw83FqCOSivRuGU6Sz3GdrpM%3D&amp;reserved=0

Interns receive a weekly stipend of $160 plus meals (breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri) and lodging at the Station (sharing housing, no pets).   Each intern works 20 hours per week assisting with a wide range of ongoing research projects. The remainder of the week can be devoted to an independent research project. Internships run for about 8 months (can sometimes be shorter or longer) and offer an opportunity for experience in every aspect of scientific research, from project choice and experimental design to oral and written presentations. Our internships are ideal preparation for graduate research in ecology. Most of our interns have gone on to academic or professional positions and many have first-authored publications based on their intern projects.

Archbold Biological Station is active in research, conservation, and education. Our facilities include a 5000 ha preserve, an outstanding regional library and a GIS lab running ArcINFO. We have a staff of about 50 with many visiting scientists, an active seminar program, and a relaxed biological station atmosphere.

Ideal candidates will have independent research experience, classwork and experience in ecology and botany, field ecology experience, strong grades, statistical and GIS skills, and excellent letters of recommendation.

To apply for an internship in the plant ecology lab, please provide the following: a cover letter stating research interests, a resume or CV, and a summary of grades. Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to us via email. Materials should be sent by November 1, 2019.

EMAIL APPLICATIONS ONLY! Send to Eric Menges at emenges@archbold-station.org

Archbold is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications

from members of underrepresented groups

The USDA Agricultural Research Service, Rangeland Resources and Systems Research Unit in Fort Collins, Colorado is hiring an Agricultural Science Technician. This individual will provide technical support for an innovative multi-year experiment exploring interactions between drought and real-world rangeland management strategies, and will be supervised by Dr. Lauren Porensky.

The announcement will be open from Tuesday, September 24, 2019 through Monday, October 7, 2019. You can view the announcement using the link below.

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You must be a US Citizen to apply.

A PhD student position is available in the lab of Dr. Michael
Landis. Located in the Department of Biology at Washington University
in St. Louis, the Landis group studies problems in phylogenetics,
biogeography, and trait evolution by designing statistical models,
developing inference methods as software, and applying those methods to
selected groups throughout the tree of life. Learn more about the Landis
Lab here: https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flandislab.org&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C75d75ecae5414c6ab14c08d73d9fa809%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637045628234735861&amp;sdata=Law%2BzNVpVinzsRAk9UIPT5IYhr3AErtO0%2BlgnGENHLU%3D&amp;reserved=0.

The position is to research macroevolutionary questions using phylogenetic
analyses. Possible research topics include efficient estimation of
species relationships using large phylogenomic datasets, divergence
time estimation using biogeography and/or fossils, and modeling gene
expression evolution. Depending on the skills and interests of the new
student, they will help tailor the project so it suits their educational
and professional goals. The student will collaborate within projects,
write first author papers, mentor undergraduate students, receive room
to establish intellectual independence, and train skills as needed.

Candidates should hold an undergraduate degree in biology,
bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, or another quantitative
discipline. Programming experience is desired. Candidates should share
the lab’s interest in using statistical models or software methods to
study evolutionary biology.

PhD applications are officially handled through
the Division of Biology and Biomedical Sciences (DBBS):
https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fdbbs.wustl.edu%2Fprospstudents%2FPhDAdmissions&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C75d75ecae5414c6ab14c08d73d9fa809%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637045628234735861&amp;sdata=UC61HuFMnky55cnlm3TdAuEAzNpUzDjENlsBeMPgkzE%3D&amp;reserved=0. Applications are due
December 1, 2019.

St. Louis is a culturally dynamic and family friendly city,
with affordable housing and excellent access to food, music,
art, and public spaces. Wash U offers outstanding benefits,
including health, dental, vision, and life insurance:
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Wash U is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran
status.

Before applying, please take a moment to contact michael.landis@wustl.edu
to introduce yourself and to share your research interests.

Michael Landis
michael.landis@wustl.edu
landislab.org

Graduate positions in plant ecological and evolutionary genetics/genomics
at Purdue University.

The Oakley lab at Purdue University (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbtny.purdue.edu%2Flabs%2Foakley%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C18f30c34dd1548d9d79a08d73d933803%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637045574818165887&amp;sdata=FLji44SAUHA%2FokOskSTt4JRddp4MnIGD5mPXC%2FtvB3w%3D&amp;reserved=0)
is looking to recruit 1-2 graduate (PhD or MS) students for Fall 2020.

Our lab is broadly interested in questions related to plant ecological
genetic. Based on current research strengths in the lab there are
two potential topics for PhD projects. 1) The genetic basis of local
adaptation and adaptive traits, and 2) Using heterosis and inbreeding
depression as tools to investigate the balance between mutation, drift,
and selection in natural populations. Both projects could include some
combination of field and growth chamber/greenhouse experiments with
wet lab and -omic approaches in our well-developed system of natural
populations of Arabidopsis thaliana. I am also open to discussing
projects using these and other approaches in other well-established
systems. Graduate courses offered by members of the Purdue Center for
Plant Biology (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fag.purdue.edu%2Fcpb%2Ffaculty%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C18f30c34dd1548d9d79a08d73d933803%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637045574818165887&amp;sdata=utllYqQr1k7D9Jud%2BRRshr3ttQvFAk3WreWhbc4OZjE%3D&amp;reserved=0) will help to provide
training in developing the interdisciplinary skillset needed to address
these big questions in evolutionary biology.

I am also interested in recruiting a highly motivated MS student
interested in plant mating system evolution, particularly the ecological
and genetic factors maintaining outcrossing in highly selfing species.

PhD and MS students can apply to the Department of Botany and Plant
Pathology (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fag.purdue.edu%2Fbtny%2FPages%2Fdefault.aspx&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C18f30c34dd1548d9d79a08d73d933803%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637045574818165887&amp;sdata=QTVIv%2FOtv2WY7so6ax5tRAHeXp5dsmyDY0t8eN8vNH0%3D&amp;reserved=0).
PhD students also have the option of applying
to the Interdisciplinary Program in Plant Biology
(https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.purdue.edu%2Fgradschool%2Fpulse%2Fgroups%2Fplant-biology.html&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cpamela.diggle%40uconn.edu%7C18f30c34dd1548d9d79a08d73d933803%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637045574818165887&amp;sdata=Mnk%2B9MGch0MgIsfk7QkL3twnR69hZ3YnCez%2Bo%2FxUQIE%3D&amp;reserved=0).
Please contact me prior to applying to discuss which option might
be best for you. These positions will be funded (including stipend,
health insurance, and tuition waiver) by some combination of research
and teaching assistantships. Some internal fellowships are available
for applications submitted before Nov. 15.

To inquire about graduate research in my lab please contact me by email
(oakleyc@purdue.edu). Please include a copy of your CV and a brief
description of your research interests and experience, and how these
interests/experience fits with current research in the lab. Please
contact me by Nov. 1, 2019.