Puni Jeyasingh's research group at Oklahoma State University ( http://puni.okstate.edu/) is recruiting a doctoral student interested in discovering fundamental rules underlying biomass production. Specifically, we seek to illuminate adjustments in the processing of all elements in a cell or organism (i.e. its ionome) in response to differential supply of elements that are known to limit growth (e.g., carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus). Such adjustments should carry substantial costs, although very little is known. We primarily study aquatic (freshwater) organisms using chemostats, and in-lake mesocosms. Candidates will learn basic theories describing growth, experimental ecology using post-genomic era tools, and analyses of high dimensional data. Such work can prepare the student for a career in academia, industry, or government, depending on the specific topic chosen for the dissertation.
The position will be funded (stipend + health insurance + tuition waivers) via research and/or teaching assistantships for the entirety of the doctoral program, pending satisfactory performance. The position is available as early as the Fall 2018 semester (mid-August). Selection process: 1) Email Puni indicating interest (along with CV); puni.jeyasi...@okstate.edu 2) Preliminary dialog/e-interview to determine fit 3) Apply formally to the OSU Graduate College (a BS or MS in a biological field is required to be considered for admission to the doctoral program).
