Two Fisheries Ph.D. Student Assistantships - University of Vermont

Project: The Henderson Lab at the USGS Vermont Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research unit in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources at the University of Vermont is seeking highly motivated applicants for two Ph.D. positions focused on both genomics and acoustic telemetry. The first project will use acoustic telemetry and genomic analyses to determine whether there is evidence for multiple Lake Sturgeon populations within Lake Champlain and to estimate the effective size of those populations. The second project will use acoustic telemetry and genomics to better understand the population structure, spawning behavior, and habitat usage of Lake Whitefish in Lake Champlain to determine if there is evidence for ecotypes that disproportionally contribute to the spawning population. The primary duties for these two assistantships include fieldwork to implant acoustic transmitters and collect genetic samples, conducting genetic analyses in the lab, statistical analyses, and manuscript preparation. 

Application: The Henderson Lab, and the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources, are deeply committed to inclusive excellence and creating a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone. Using a nuanced, holistic, and multi-faceted admissions process, we seek to build a campus community with myriad talents, experiences, goals, backgrounds, perspectives, and interests. Applicants are strongly encouraged to share their unique lived experience with us as part of the application process.

To apply, please submit a 1-page letter of interest, CV, and transcripts to Dr. Mark Henderson (mark.henderson@uvm.edu). Review of applications will begin on February 18^th and continue until the position is filled.