MS POSITIONS IN FUNGUS-GARDENING ANT SYMBIOSIS Fall 2015 with Jon Seal, The University of Texas at Tyler
Research focus: We are seeking highly motivated graduate students (MS- level) to conduct research on the evolutionary ecology of social insects and their symbionts (https://www.uttyler.edu/biology/research/seal/index.php). We employ a variety of methods including descriptive and experimental approaches, along with biochemical, physiological, molecular and microbial techniques. Projects could therefore range from phylogeography/population genetics to functional ecology and experimental studies. There is considerable flexibility for graduate projects within this broad theme. Preferred applicants will have earned a Bachelors degree and exhibit equal enthusiasm for field-based work and experimentation in the laboratory. SUPPORT: Teaching assistantships (TAs) are available on a competitive basis. Accepted students can expect TA support and tuition remission for two years. Graduate students in our program typically teach introductory biology or upper division laboratory courses (e.g., ecology or entomology). QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree and qualifying GPA and GRE scores. It is useful to have prior research experience, but not necessary. Most important is identifying your own research interests that are consistent with the ongoing research in our lab. Further information regarding our graduate program and admission requirements can be found at http://www.uttyler.edu/biology/graduate/master-science-degree.php Application deadline: March 1st, 2015; but applications will be reviewed as they arrive. Application materials: Please send a brief cover letter, resume, transcripts, GRE scores, and contact information for two references to js...@uttyler.edu by the deadline to be considered for this position. UT Tyler is located in northeastern Texas at the ecotone between two state and federally designated ecoregions, southeastern pine forests (the Piney Woods) and post oak savannas. As a result, the area contains a mixture of eastern, western and southern species. We have a number of field sites established nearby and many others within driving distance in central and southeastern Texas. Tyler has a regional airport, and is approximately a 90 minute drive to either Dallas, Texas or Shreveport, Louisiana. Departmental strengths include bioinformatics, cell and molecular biology, aquatic ecology, herpetology, microbial ecology, ecology, genomics and landscape ecology. Please see full departmental requirements and details at:http://www.uttyler.edu/biology/. Dr. Jon Seal Department of Biology 3900 University Blvd. Tyler, TX 75799 Office: (903)565-7126 Lab: (903)565-7151 Email: js...@uttyler.edu Website: http://www.uttyler.edu/biology/research/seal/index.php
