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Post date: Dec 7, 2015 12:49:39 AM
From: <evoldir@evol.biology.mcmaster.ca>
Date: Wed, Nov 25, 2015 at 3:01 AM
Subject: Graduate position: MurrayStateU_Kentucky.EvolAnimalCommunication
Graduate positions (M.S.) in evolution of animal communication at
Murray State University (KY).
The Beckers' Lab at Murray State University accepts M.S. students
that are interested in investigating the evolution of animal
communication starting in spring or fall of 2016. Our research focuses
on two areas: (1) The effect of the physical environment on the
evolution of male mating signals (i.e., phenotypic plasticity) and its
ramifications on female preferences. (2) The evolutionary arms race
between eavesdropping parasitoids and their calling hosts. We use
cricket and katydid species as model organisms to address our
questions.
Qualifications: We seek driven, enthusiastic, and focused students to
join our lab. Successful applicants have a B.S. in biology, ecology, or
related discipline. Experience with insects and acoustics preferred,
but not necessary. Teaching assistantship and housing at Hancock
Biological Station on Kentucky lake are available. To Apply: Email a
letter of application indicating your research interests and career
goals, a curriculum vitae including undergraduate GPA and GRE scores to
Dr. Oliver Beckers: obeckers@murraystate.edu
Deadline: review of applications starts immediately and position is
open until filled.
Please find more information on Dr. Beckers' research here:
Information on the Department of Biological Sciences at MSU:
Oliver M. Beckers
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
1112B Biology Building
Murray State University
Murray, KY 42071-0009
Phone: (270) 809 6054 (Office)
Homepage:
Oliver Beckers <obeckers@murraystate.edu>
#bio, #ecology, #communication, #evolution, #acoustics
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