M.S. Assistantship Fruit Crop Entomology – Microbiology: University of Wisconsin – Madison

School: University of Wisconsin - Madison

Location: Madison, WI

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://labs.russell.wisc.edu/fruitcropentomology/

Salary: Stipend and tuition waiver for two years with possibilities to extend depending on availability of funds.

Start Date: 01/17/2017

Last Date to Apply: 12/07/2016

 

Description:

     The Fruit Crop Entomology Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual who wishes to pursue a MS in Entomology. The research project will explore the interaction between the invasive pest Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) and microbes. The selected student will develop methods to assess the contribution of microbes to the diet of SWD, determine the effect of host and landscape on the contribution of microbes, and use Compound Specific Isotopic Analyses to accurately determine the trophic position of SWD.

 

Qualifications:

    Interested candidates should possess a B.S. degree in entomology, microbiology, biology, or related fields. Preference will be given to students who have relevant work experience/training in microbiology. The candidate is expected to work independently and within a team, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. This project will require a student who is proficient in performing laboratory assays and field work. Strong work ethic and the ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time are a must. For more information please contact: Christelle Guédot (guedot@wisc.edu).

M.S. Assistantship Fruit Crop Entomology – Parasitology: University of Wisconsin – Madison

School: University of Wisconsin - Madison

Location: Madison, WI

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://labs.russell.wisc.edu/fruitcropentomology/

Salary: Stipend for two years and tuition waiver for one year with the possibility to cover the second year through a teaching assistantship.

Start Date: 01/17/2017

Last Date to Apply: 12/07/2016

 

Description: 

    The Fruit Crop Entomology Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual who wishes to pursue a MS in Entomology. The research project will address the susceptibility of tart cherries to spotted wing drosophila (SWD), identify natural enemies of SWD, and assess parasitism rates in field populations of SWD in Wisconsin berry and cherry crops.

 

Qualification:

    Interested candidates should possess a B.S. degree in entomology, biology, or related fields. The candidate is expected to work independently and within a team, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. This project will require a student who is proficient in performing laboratory assays and field work. Strong work ethic and the ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time are a must. For more information please contact: Christelle Guédot (guedot@wisc.edu). 

MS and PhD positions in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology: University of Connecticut

School: University of Connecticut

Location: Storrs, Connecticut, USA

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://eeb.uconn.edu/

Salary: $22,910 - $24,106 (9 month salary) + full tuition waiver and health benefits

Start Date: 08/23/2017

Last Date to Apply: 12/15/2016

 

Description:

   The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Connecticut (UConn) invites applications from prospective graduate students (M.S. and Ph.D.) to begin in Fall 2017. Research in the department includes a wide range of topics in ecology, evolutionary biology, systematics, computational biology, global change biology and conservation biology in a highly collaborative environment at a leading public research university. Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to and potential for academic work in ecology and evolutionary biology. Applications from individuals of groups historically underrepresented in STEM fields are particularly encouraged with scholarships available from the university to promote a diverse and inclusive academic community.

 

Qualification:

    A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any facet of biology is expected although students with unusual backgrounds are also encouraged to apply if they can demonstrate aptitude and commitment to ecology or evolutionary biology. Because acceptance to the program depends on a good match between the interests of faculty members and students, applicants should communicate about project ideas with potential advisers (see http://eeb.uconn.edu/faculty/) before initiating the on-line application. Applicants are also encouraged to visit UConn to meet faculty members and current graduate students.
    We will start reviewing applications on December 15th 2016. The on-line application process requires submission of the formal graduate school application, transcripts, GRE scores (general test required, biology GRE recommended), three letters of reference, a personal essay, and, for non-native speakers of English, TOEFL or IELTS scores. For more information please contact: Anne St-Onge (anne.st_onge@uconn.edu).