*Graduate position: Landscape genetics of plants*
We are looking to recruit graduate students (Ms or PhD) interested in
plant ecological genetics and willing to participate in the development
of methods in landscape genetics for the analysis of dispersal among
plant populations.
*Why study landscape genetics? *
The development of methods for the analysis of population genetic
differentiation in the context of landscape features has provided
insights into ecological processes such as dispersal. Plant species
present unique opportunities and challenges for landscape genetic
analyses, as the behavior of their associated biotic and abiotic
dispersal vectors as well as the distribution of suitable habitat may
affect patterns of genetic variation. Understanding how landscape
features may facilitate or limit the dispersal of plants is particularly
critical as climate change affects the distribution of suitable habitat.
*What are we looking for? *
An ideal candidate will have experience with laboratory assays and data
analyses for genetic markers, GIS analyses, and field ecological methods
or some combination of the above; however, these are not strict
requirements, and candidates with an interest in the topic and eagerness
to learn are encouraged to apply.
*Interested? *
Please send a copy of your CV, as well as a letter of introduction to
cru...@pdx.edu <mailto:cru...@pdx.edu> that includes a brief statement
of your background, research interests and your academic record,
including GPA and GRE scores (if available).
