The Hurford Lab (http://amyhurford.weebly.com/) at Memorial University is recruiting graduate students at both the M.Sc. and Ph.D. levels. Our research group studies population dynamics incorporating temperature effects, animal movement, disease, and evolution. We formulate and test specific hypothesis using mathematical models and parameterize and evaluate our models using data. We analyze mathematical models that are systems of ordinary differential equations, delay differential equations, partial differential equations, integrodifference equations, or optimization problems and these models are applied to a wide variety of systems including green crab, rabies, and salmon lice. Specific research projects may include optimal pest treatment strategies in seasonal environments, temperature effects on population dynamics and movement, explicit models of animal movement and contact rates, or collaborative work deriving models related to laboratory research on antibiotic resistance in Klebsiella. Our research usually involves computer coding and numerical methods and many scripts pertaining to lab research are available here: https://amyhurford.weebly.com/publications.html
The salary will be $18,000 (MSc) or $20,000 (PhD) annually with additional funding available for conference travel. Tuition information is available here: https://www.mun.ca/become/graduate/programs/biology.php. The ideal candidate will have experience deriving and analyzing mathematical models, formulating scientific questions, computer programming, mathematical analysis, and scientific writing, however, all interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should email Dr. Amy Hurford (ahurf...@mun.ca). This email should include: (i) 1-2 paragraphs describing your research interests and any relevant past experience, (ii) your CV, and (iii) unofficial transcripts pertaining to your previous or ongoing studies (if possible). I will consider applications as they are received. For full consideration applicants should indicate their interest before February 15, 2019, but applications received after this date may be considered. Memorial University is located in St John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. The city offers many unique experiences with a vibrant arts community, stunning coastline, and proximity to a variety of outdoor activities (hiking, fishing, cross-country skiing, etc: http://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com).
