A funded PhD assistantship is available under the supervision of Dr. Dave Zanatta in the Earth and Ecosystem Science (EES) program (https://www.cmich.edu/colleges/cst/EES/Pages/default.aspx) at Central Michigan University. The project, to be developed and lead by a PhD student, will be to compare the genetic variation among wild and captive-bred populations of freshwater mussels (Unionidae) leading to the development of genetically sound guidelines for propagating imperiled freshwater mussels. Funding for this project is being provided through a partnership with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. A full stipend and tuition waiver for at least 4 years will be provided.
Before applying to the EES PhD program, please contact Dr. Zanatta ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected])>) with a letter of interest describing your experience and background, CV, GRE scores, GPA and unofficial transcripts. Start date: January or May 2018 Salary: ~$25,000/yr + tuition waiver Qualifications: Required: BS in Biology or related field; previous research experience in aquatic ecology or conservation or aquaculture; experience in population/conservation genetics; strong writing and oral communication skills; good quantitative/statistics background; interest in pursuing a career in academia or research; GPA >3.0. Preferred: MS in Biology or related field; experience with freshwater mussels (unionids) and/or fisheries genetics; track record in publications and/or conference presentations; GPA >3.5. Dave Zanatta, Ph.D. Professor | Biology Department and Institute for Great Lakes Research Biosciences Bldg. 2408 | Central Michigan University 1455 Calumet Court | Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 P: 989-774-7829 | E: [email protected] | F: 989-774-3462 Homepage: people.cst.cmich.edu/zanat1d
