Graduate Training Opportunities
Graduate Research Assistantship
Plant-insect interactions and aspen genomics
A Graduate Research Assistantship (M.S.-Ph.D. or Ph.D.) is anticipated for work with Rick Lindroth and Liza Holeski at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The Research Assistant will pursue research at the intersection of plant-insect interactions, genomics, and chemical ecology, using aspen (Populus tremuloides) as an experimental system. Primary objectives of this research include: 1) identification of the genetic basis of aspen traits, including those related to the sustainable production of aspen as a biofuel crop, 2) evaluation of genetic correlations between aspen productivity and susceptibility to herbivores, and 3) characterization of environmental effects on the expression of traits influencing productivity and susceptibility. Genomics work will be conducted in collaboration with scientists in Umeå, Sweden. The Research Assistant will also be encouraged to develop and pursue her/his own novel research interests. Applicants must be interested in investigating both genetic and chemical aspects of plant-herbivore interactions, and may pursue admission to UW graduate programs in either Entomology (Jan. 31, 2012 deadline) or Zoology (Dec. 31, 2011 deadline).
For more information about the Lindroth Group, and Rick or Liza’s research interests, visit:
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a premier institution for research in ecology and evolution, and has ranked among the top five research universities in the United States for each of the past 20 years. Graduate students have the opportunity to participate in the thriving Ecology (http://ecology.wisc.edu/) and Evolutionary Biology (http://www.evolution.wisc.edu/) communities at UW-Madison.
Qualifications: Highly motivated individuals with superior academic credentials and strong communication skills are encouraged to apply. Well-developed interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates must be able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative research team.
Stipend/benefits: 50% Research Assistantships currently provide a stipend of $20,400 (12 mo.), tuition waiver, and excellent medical/dental health plans at minimal cost.
Position available beginning in summer or fall of 2012.
Inquiries: Send preliminary e-mail letter of inquiry, describing research interests and academic qualifications, to:
Dr. Rick Lindroth (lindroth@ wisc.edu)
and/or
Dr. Liza Holeski (holeski@wisc.edu)
posted 10/27/2011
PhD Research Assistantship in Ecology
We are looking for candidates for a Research Assistantship who are interested in pursuing a PhD at the UW-Madison as part of an interdisciplnary group studying the aquatic and terrestrial ecology of Lake Myvatn, Iceland. The group consists of Claudio Gratton (Entomology), Tony Ives (Zoology), Randy Jackson (Agronomy), Phil Townsend (Forestry and Wildlife Ecology), and Jake Vander Zanden (Center for Limnology/Zoology). To be competitive, candidates will need to have fieldwork experience. For more information, contact Tony Ives. To apply, please complete the cover sheet, and send this with a cover letter outlining research interests and experience, CV, and names of 3 references as a single pdf file to Sara Rodock. Deadline: 2 January, 2012.
posted 10/27/2011
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