MS Graduate Research Assistantship on conservation genetics of
African ungulates
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Oregon State University,
beginning fall 2008.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field
(biology, ecology, etc.), a strong interest in conservation, and
recent experience with common molecular genetic techniques such as
PCR, sequencing, and genotyping. Laboratory management experience,
good quantitative analytical skills, field experience, and the
demonstrated ability to work independently are desirable. Possible
projects include 1) determining whether island populations of
sitatunga antelope (Tragelaphus spekei) in Lake Victoria, Tanzania,
are currently linked by dispersal; or 2) inferring how habitat and
human-related factors affect gene flow for multiple species across a
wildlife corridor in central Tanzania. Although samples have been
collected for these projects, additional collection of non-invasive
genetic samples in Tanzania may be necessary. The successful
applicant will receive a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend of
roughly $1,750.
To apply, please email a letter of interest describing experience
with molecular genetic techniques and other research, transcripts,
GRE scores (unofficial copies of transcripts/GRE are fine), and 2-3
letters of recommendation to Dr. Clinton W. Epps at
[EMAIL PROTECTED] Materials can also be mailed to 137
Mulford Hall #3114, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3114.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled. Please note that the departmental deadline of
March 15 has been extended in this case. The successful applicant(s)
will be asked to apply formally to the Department of Fisheries and
Wildlife at OSU.
