Jim Garvey’s Fish Ecology Lab at the Southern Illinois University,
Center for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences (CFAAS) in
Carbondale, IL is seeking a M.S. student to conduct research comparing
the behavior and ecology of invasive bigheaded carp (Bighead Carp and
Silver Carp) relative to surrogate species to determine ways to control
the ongoing carp invasion (e.g., harvest and barriers). This project is
a collaboration with the US Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District and
Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
Qualifications: An interest in laboratory- and field-oriented research
and a desire to work in research or academia. B.A. or B.S. in biology,
fisheries, aquatic ecology or related fields. Coursework in fisheries
and/or ecology required. Prior experience with acoustic telemetry,
analysis of ecological studies, R, Arc GIS, and Microsoft office
(including Access) is preferred but not required.
Duties: Develop, complete, present, and publish field, lab, statistical,
and/or simulation studies related to fisheries or invasion ecology. The
selected student will have access to CFAAS’s resources including a pond
facility with 100 experimental ponds, 2 wet labs, and multiple large
river boats including one modified for acoustic telemetry river work.
Prospective students will be expected to complete field work associated
with their projects, with assistance and training from other lab
personnel including 2 postdocs and 2 research technicians. The
successful candidate must make multiple overnight trips for field work,
work long hours under adverse weather conditions, maintain a valid
driver's license, and be able to routinely lift 50 pounds. The selected
student will also be part of a large, multi-agency and university
research group.
Application Deadline: October 15th or until filled. Preferred start
date: Jan 2019 (later start possible)
Salary: Research assistantship includes stipend plus tuition waiver and
insurance
Application Procedure: Interested applicants must submit via email (1) a
letter of interest, (2) resume or CV, (3) unofficial transcripts
(official required prior to hire), (4) GRE scores, and (5) the names and
contact information of three references (at least to references must be
research/academia related) to:
Dr. Alison Coulter
Email: [email protected]
SIU Carbondale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of
individuals with disability and protected verterans that strives to
enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to
increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All
applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
