Position Description: Looking for 1 or 2 MS students to do research on the molecular ecology, phylogeography, and conservation genetics of freshwater mussels. Research projects typically center around species found in the Great Lakes and surrounding tributaries. Positions to begin as soon as May 2014 (no later than August 2014).
Minimum stipend: $18,000/yr + tuition waiver (depending on qualifications) Required Qualifications: BS degree in Biology or related field (minimum GPA 3.0), preferably with a concentration in ecology and evolution, fish and wildlife, or conservation biology. Must be comfortable in water and be able to swim. Must be able to travel outside of US and have a passport. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in a molecular ecology lab (PCR, mtDNA sequencing, microsatellite DNA genotyping). Strong computer and statistics skills. Experience and ID skills for freshwater mussels, aquatic invertebrates, fish. Interests in freshwater ecology, evolution, biogeography, conservation. Experience with boats (including trailering and boating license) and SCUBA certification. To apply: 1) Contact Dr. David Zanatta and send a detailed letter about how you are qualified and why you are interested, detailed CV, GRE scores (if available), and contact information for 2 academic references. 2) Apply to the CMU graduate program (http://www.cmich.edu/colleges/cst/biology/academic_programs/grad/Pages/default.aspx) 3) Apply for a teaching assistantship from CMU Biology Department (see URL above). Research assistantships from CMU or from Dr. Zanatta's grants (funding dependent) may be available for top applicants. Application Deadline: 01/31/2014 Contact information: Dr. Dave Zanatta Associate Professor Institute for Great Lakes Research Biology Department Central Michigan University 335 Brooks Hall Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 email: [email protected] office: 989-774-7829 lab: 989-774-7634 fax: 989-774-3462 Homepage: http://people.cst.cmich.edu/zanat1d/
