PhD position, posting on behalf of Dr. Marianna Szucs. Please send all correspondence to szucs...@msu.edu.
A research assistantship for a PhD student is available at the Department of Entomology at Michigan State University beginning in May or June 2018. Research will focus on testing the roles of demography and genetics in the establishment and impact of biological control agents in the field. The project will involve lab rearing of a moth classical biological control agent, and experimental releases and monitoring of agent and target populations in the field in southern Michigan over multiple years. Candidates should possess an M.S. in entomology, ecology, evolution or related field and have valid driver’s license. The ideal candidates have experience working with insects and/or weeds and interest in understanding ecological and evolutionary mechanisms underlying demography and genetics of populations. Applicants should send a CV, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, contact information for three references and a sample of scientific writing (e.g. thesis, published or in preparation manuscripts) to Dr. Marianna Szucs (szucs...@msu.edu). The position comes with a generous stipend, tuition waiver and health benefits. Applicants will have the opportunity to graduate with a dual degree of Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior and Entomology. Screening of applications will begin immediately and the position will be filled as soon as a qualified applicant is identified.
