M.S. or Ph.D. Assistantship in Fisheries/Aquatic Ecology: University of Illinois/ Illinois Natural History Survey.

School: University of Illinois/Illinois Natural History Survey

Location: Champaign, Illinois

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://wwx.inhs.illinois.edu/fieldstations/kbs/kaskaskia

Salary: Dependent upon education level & academic unit, up to $2,001.42/mo. for a 50% appointment offered for 11 mos. Students must be enrolled during the semester to receive a tuition waiver.

Last Date to Apply: 01/01/2017

 

Description:

     Research topics are varied and flexible, but individuals with interests related to three projects below are preferred:

(1) Invasion ecology of Asian carp. 

(2) Recruitment, behavior, physiology, reproductive strategies, and management of largemouth bass.

(3) Population ecology of crappie. 

Duties will include conducting experiments, analyzing data, presenting findings in a publication, and other research activities. 

Qualifications:

     B.S. or M.S. in fisheries/aquatic ecology, estimated start date is  between June and August 2017.
Send cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts and GRE scores, and three letters of reference to Dr. David Wahl at d-wahl@illinois.edu or University of Illinois, 1816 S. Oak Street, Champaign, IL 61820 and to hro@inhs.illinois.edu. 

     Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).

Graduate Assistantships: Nicholls State University, Louisiana

School: Nicholls State University

Location: Thibodaux, Louisiana

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: https://www.nicholls.edu/biology-graduate/

Salary: $4500 per semester plus tuition wavier

Start Date: 01/11/2017

Last Date to Apply: 10/31/2016

 

Description:

     Four Teaching Assistantships will be available for the Spring 2017 semester for the Master of Science in Marine and Environmental Biology program at Nicholls State University. Teaching Assistantships include tuition wavier and stipend of $4500 a semester. For more information about the program visit http://www.nicholls.edu/biology_graduate/.
     Some potential research projects associated with the positions are listed below:
Dr. Raj Nathaniel: project will examine the impact of bacteriophage therapy in an aquaculture setting on the production of biofilm and on lytic toxins. Quorum sensing coordinates gene expression according to the density of the bacterial population. The expression of genes based on quorum sensing results in biofilm formation and toxin production. Bacteriophage therapy might alter quorum sensing and therefore has potential to be used to improve biofilm safety and as a control mechanism of toxin production during bacterial pathogen outbreaks. Contact Dr. Nathaniel for more information: rajkumar.nathaniel@nicholls.edu
     Dr. Raj Boopathy: (two projects listed below or email ramaraj.boopathy@nicholls.edu)
1). Presence of Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in Fresh and Salt Water Marshes of Louisiana: we propose to sample three sites of bayou Petite Caliou in southeast Louisiana, testing for antibiotic resistant bacteria (ARBs) and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) under various salinity regimes. We also propose to analyze the differences in antibiotic resistance and fecal coliform bacteria levels among different salinities (0.5, 5, and 12 ppt) in the bayous. The results of this project will demonstrate the prevalence of antibiotic resistance in local waterways, which will eventually lead to preventative measures by installing properly functioning septic tanks and individual sewage treatment plants by the local citizens living near the bayous.
2. Influence of Antibiotics on the Natural Nitrogen Cycle Process in the Wetlands: major goal of this proposal is to study the impact of various common antibiotics on the nitrogen cycle of Louisiana wetlands. Water samples will be collected from the wetlands that directly receive Mississippi River water and these samples will be exposed to various concentrations of antibiotics. Nitrification and denitrification rates will be monitored along with bacteria responsible for these processes. The results from this study will demonstrate the effect of antibiotics on nitrogen cycle and how this natural process is impacted by human activity. 

Qualifications:

     Admission requirements include: B.S. degree in science curriculum, minimum GPA of 3.0, and combined GRE (verbal + quantitative). Application procedure includes an online application and fee (http://www.nicholls.edu/apply/), and cover letter, CV, official GRE scores and academic transcripts, and departmental application package (http://www.nicholls.edu/biology_graduate/application-information/) including three letters of recommendation (forms included in departmental application).
     Deadline for applying is October 31, 2016. Application materials and questions regarding the program should be sent to: 

Dr. Aaron Pierce, 

P.O. Box 2021, 

Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, LA 70310, 

985-493-2628, 

aaron.pierce@nicholls.edu. 

   See Graduate Faculty (http://www.nicholls.edu/biology-graduate/faculty/) for more information on faculty research interests.

MS position: Human dimensions of wildlife – University of Connecticut

School: University of Connecticut

Location: Storrs, CT

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Salary: Set by university

Start Date: 01/01/2017

Last Date to Apply: 10/20/2016

 

Description:

     MS graduate position and assistantship available: Human dimensions; black bears; management strategies.

Seeking a prospective student interested in pursuing a Masters of Science degree in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at University of Connecticut beginning January 2017. The project and graduate assistantship is related to human dimensions of wildlife, with particular focus on black bears and black bear management strategies. 

     Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, but materials must be received before 20 October 2016. 
      Interested individuals may learn more about my research program at http://anitamorzillo.weebly.com/. Further information about the UConn Department of Natural Resources and the Environment may be found at http://www.nrme.uconn.edu/.

 

Qualifications:

     Applicants should have: 

1) A background in wildlife management, human dimensions of natural resources, and/or landscape ecology, or a related field.

2) Interest in applied research focused on human dimensions of natural resources, landscape ecology, and spatial analysis.

3) The ability to work both independently and as part of a research team. 

     The student will be expected to present research results at professional conferences, publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific outlets, and pursue extramural funding to supplement their assistantship, as appropriate. Some experience with social science research and a working knowledge of GIS are preferred, but not required.
     Interested students are encouraged to send:

1) A brief cover letter describing their professional background, relevant research experience and interests, career goals, and reasons for seeking a Masters degree.

2) Names and contact information for three references.

3) A current curriculum vitae.

4) Copies of transcripts and GRE scores directly to me (Anita Morzillo; anita.morzillo@uconn.edu) as a single *.pdf document. Unofficial copies of transcripts and GRE scores are fine for initial contact. GRE scores must be less than five years old. Potential students must have received a GPA equivalent to a 3.0/4.0 on their last 90 term (or 60 semester) hours of their Bachelors program. Do not submit materials to the UConn Graduate School at this time.