PhD Research Assistantship - fish early life
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
Responsibilities: Conduct research investigating relationships between spatial
patterns of early life habitat use and year class strength of fishes in the
Upper Mississippi River and the role of tributaries in supporting large river
fish populations. Collaboration with federal and state agency personnel.
Anticipated start date May 2019. Now accepting applications, open until filled.
Qualifications: M.S. in Aquatic Ecology, Fisheries, or related field and
interests in fish ecology and large river ecosystems. Strong written and oral
communication and analytical skills. Experience with fish sampling in large
rivers and otolith microchemistry desirable but not required.
Salary: $18,700 annually plus tuition waiver and health insurance subsidy
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts, and
contact information for three references to Dr. Greg Whitledge [email protected]
