[ECOLOG-L] PhD in evolutionary ecology of ants at the University of Florida.
The Lucky lab at UF is accepting graduate student applicants for Fall 2016. The general focus of the position will be the ecosystem-wide impact of native and exotic ant biodiversity. Students interested in joining the lab will have the opportunity to develop their own research focus in this area. Relevant topics include ecology, social insect biology, population genetics, ant-other organism interactions and community phylogenetics. Experience with the following is an asset: insect classification, collections management, morphological or molecular systematics, bioinformatics, fieldwork, citizen science. Applicants with academic interest in evolutionary processes in social insects or invasion ecology are especially encouraged to apply. Qualifications: •Demonstrated ability to complete projects and publish results. •Master’s degree in entomology, ecology and evolutionary biology or relevant biological science. • Competitive GRE scores required; Minimum GPA of 3.5. •Proficiency in English (written and oral) communication. 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. Position will remain open until filled. Dr. Andrea Lucky. University of Florida Entomology/Nematology. Gainesville, FL 32611-0620, USA. Email: alu...@ufl.edu. Website: www.andrealucky.com
[ECOLOG-L] PhD in evolutionary ecology at the University of Florida
PhD in evolutionary ecology at the University of Florida (reposting). The Lucky lab at UF is recruiting graduate students for Fall 2016. The general focus of the position will be on the impact of native and exotic ant biodiversity on ecosystems. Students interested in joining the lab will have the opportunity to develop their own research focus in this area. Relevant topics include systematics, population genetics, symbiosis and community phylogenetics. Experience with the following is an asset: insect classification, collections management, morphological or molecular systematics, bioinformatics, fieldwork. Applicants with academic interest in evolutionary processes in social insects or invasion ecology are especially encouraged to apply. Qualifications: •Demonstrated ability to complete projects and publish results. •Degree in entomology, ecology and evolutionary biology or relevant biological science (Master’s degree preferred). •Competitive GRE scores required; Minimum GPA of 3.5. •Proficiency in English (written and oral) communication. 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. Deadline is Nov 15, 2016. Start date in Fall 2016. Dr. Andrea Lucky. University of Florida Entomology/Nematology. Gainesville, FL 32611-0620, USA. Email: alu...@ufl.edu. Website: www.andrealucky.com
[ECOLOG-L] PhD in evolutionary ecology of ants at the University of Florida.
PhD in evolutionary ecology of ants at the University of Florida. The Lucky lab at UF is recruiting graduate students for Fall 2016. The general focus of the position will be on the impact of native and exotic ant biodiversity on ecosystems. Students interested in joining the lab will have the opportunity to develop their own research focus in this area. Relevant topics include systematics, population genetics, symbiosis and community phylogenetics. Experience with the following is an asset: insect classification, collections management, morphological or molecular systematics, bioinformatics, fieldwork. Applicants with academic interest in evolutionary processes in social insects or invasion ecology are especially encouraged to apply. Qualifications: •Demonstrated ability to complete projects and publish results. •Master’s degree in entomology, ecology and evolutionary biology or relevant biological science. •Competitive GRE scores required; Minimum GPA of 3.5. •Proficiency in English (written and oral) communication. 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. Deadline is Nov 15, 2016. Start date in Fall 2016. Dr. Andrea Lucky. University of Florida Entomology/Nematology. Gainesville, FL 32611-0620, USA. Email: alu...@ufl.edu. Website: www.andrealucky.com
[ECOLOG-L] PHD Position in insect systematics and evolution – University of Florida
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
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate position: Insect systematics and evolution at the University of Florida
Call for applications: PHD ASSISTANTSHIP AVAILABLE in insect systematics and evolution in the Lucky Lab at the University of Florida. Research Focus: Insect systematics, speciation, biodiversity, ecology, population genetics, evolution and/or citizen science. Focus on ants is preferred, but not required. Qualifications: •Master’s degree in entomology, ecology and evolutionary biology or relevant biological science. Applicants with intellectual interest in ants and evolutionary processes are especially encouraged to apply. •Demonstrated ability to complete projects and publish results. •Excellent written and oral communication abilities. •Minimum GPA of 3.5 and competitive GRE scores. •Experience with the following is an asset: insect classification, collections management, morphological and molecular systematics, bioinformatics, fieldwork. Interested candidates should email Dr. Andrea Lucky at alu...@ufl.edu with the subject header PHD POSITION IN INSECT EVOLUTION. Please include CV, statement of interest and names and contact information of three references. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, but the suggested submission deadline is March 6. Start date is Fall 2015. Dr. Andrea Lucky. University of Florida Entomology/Nematology. Gainesville, FL 32611-0620, USA. Email: alu...@ufl.edu. Website: www.andrealucky.com
[ECOLOG-L] Call for applications: Masters Position in Ant Biology at the University of Florida
Second Call for applications: Masters Position in Ant Biology at the University of Florida Research Focus: ant diversity, population genetics and citizen science. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in entomology or closely related biological science. Applicants who have an intellectual interest in ants, evolution, ecology and outreach are especially encouraged to apply. Demonstrated ability to complete projects. Excellent written and oral communication abilities. Minimum GPA of 3.5 and competitive GRE scores are desired. Experience with the following will be an asset, but is not required: insect classification, collections management, systematics, DNA extraction and amplification (PCR), fieldwork, outreach/teaching. Apply: Interested candidates should send a letter by email addressed to Dr. Andrea Lucky at alu...@ufl.edu with the subject header ms position in ant biology. Please include CV, statement of purpose and names and contact information of three references. Application deadline is May 31, 2013, with the ideal start date in Fall 2013. Andrea Lucky, PhD Entomology/Nematology University of Florida 970 Natural Area Drive Gainesville, FL 32611-0620 Phone: (352) 273-3952 Email: alu...@ufl.edu www.andrealucky.com www.schoolofants.org
[ECOLOG-L] Masters Position in Ant Biology at the University of FL
Call for applications: Masters Position in Ant Biology at the University of Florida Research Focus: ant diversity, population genetics and citizen science. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in entomology or closely related biological science. Applicants who have an intellectual interest in ants, evolution, ecology and outreach are especially encouraged to apply. Demonstrated ability to complete projects. Excellent written and oral communication abilities. Minimum GPA of 3.5 and competitive GRE scores are desired. Experience with the following will be an asset, but is not required: insect classification, collections management, systematics, DNA extraction and amplification (PCR), fieldwork, outreach/teaching. Apply: Interested candidates should send a letter by email addressed to Dr. Andrea Lucky at alu...@ufl.edu with the subject header ms position in ant biology. Please include CV, statement of purpose and names and contact information of three references. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, but the suggested submission deadline is May 20, 2013, with the ideal start date in Fall 2013. Andrea Lucky, PhD Entomology/Nematology University of Florida 970 Natural Area Drive Gainesville, FL 32611-0620 Phone: (352) 273-3952 Email: alu...@ufl.edu www.andrealucky.com www.schoolofants.org
[ECOLOG-L] Climbing Workshop for Biologists
Workshop Announcement: Techniques in Canopy Biology North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC May 12-14, 2011 This three-day workshop in Raleigh, NC will bring together biologists, educators and technical climbing instructors for training in successful techniques for studying life in the canopy. Participants will gain proficiency through hands-on experience in safe climbing techniques and will learn about the current best practices in canopy data collection. Instruction by Tim Kovar, Master Instructor, Tree Climbers International and Dr. Meg Lowman, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Nature Research Center. No prior experience required; advanced sessions are included for those with climbing expertise. Maximum group size: 20 adults. This workshop is not for academic credit. Organizers: Dr. Andrea Lucky, Dr. Robert R. Dunn and Dr. Meg Lowman NCSU Dept. of Biology & NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Nature Research Center Application Deadline: March 14th, 2011. Contact Andrea Lucky at alu...@ncsu.edu to request an application.
