PHD Position in insect systematics and evolution – University of Florida PHD ASSISTANTSHIP AVAILABLE in the Lucky Lab at the University of Florida. Research Focus: Insect systematics and biodiversity, ecology, population genetics, evolution. Focus on ants is preferred, but not required. Experience with the following is an asset: insect classification, collections management, morphological and molecular systematics, bioinformatics, fieldwork.
Qualifications: •Demonstrated ability to complete projects and publish results. •Master’s degree in entomology, ecology and evolutionary biology or relevant biological science. Applicants with intellectual interest in ants and evolutionary processes are encouraged to apply. •Minimum GPA of 3.5 and competitive GRE scores required. •Demonstrated ability to complete projects and publish results. •Excellent written and oral communication abilities. Interested candidates should send CV, statement of interest and names and contact information of three references to alu...@ufl.edu with the subject header PHD POSITION. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until position is filled; suggested submission deadline is April 1. Start date in Fall 2015 or Jan 2016. Dr. Andrea Lucky. University of Florida Entomology/Nematology. Gainesville, FL 32611-0620, USA. Email: alu...@ufl.edu. Website: www.andrealucky.com
