A graduate assistant position (M.S. or Ph.D) is available in our
laboratory to work on population genetics/genomics of marine and
coastal fishes exploited in the Gulf of Mexico region. Specific
research interests include spatial genetic variation and population
structure of wild stocks and the development of genomic approaches to
domestication and breeding programs in aquaculture species. Current lab
projects rely on the exploitation of next generation sequencing methods
in particular the double digest RAD sequencing protocol.
The successful applicant will be provided a 12-month full-time Research
Assistantship with a tuition waiver. Candidates should possess a
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Biology, Ecology &
evolutionary biology, Fisheries science, GPA > 3.5) when applying for
this position. Bioinformatics skills and experience with molecular
techniques are assets. The position is available starting in spring
2018 with the possibility to work as a research assistant during the
fall 2017 semester.
Interested individuals should send a CV, GRE scores if available, and
unofficial transcripts to:
Eric Saillant, Ph.D
Associate Professor
The University of Southern Mississippi
School of Ocean Science and Technology
Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center
103 McIlwain Drive
Ocean Springs, MS, 39564
Tel. (1) 228-818-8007
Fax (1) 228-872-4204
E-mail: eric.saillant@usm.edu
Source: CCMar, Portugal