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We seek highly qualified, enthusiastic graduate students to fill these positions. A successful applicant will be creative, motivated, and capable of working well both independently and cooperatively. Successful candidates would join a dynamic, interactive group of graduate students, post-docs, visiting scholars, and faculty at The Ohio State University’s Aquatic Ecology Laboratory (AEL) within the Department of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology (EEOB). Students would have the opportunity to work with Drs. Elizabeth Marschall (http://ael.osu.edu/ael-elizabethmar.html), Roy Stein (http://ael.osu.edu/ael-roystein.html), and/or Stuart Ludsin, who recently joined the AEL and EEOB faculty (http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~eeob/drupal//?q=userpages/176).
Research opportunities: Several openings for M.S. and Ph.D. students to conduct fisheries ecology research in Lake Erie or Ohio reservoirs, using field, laboratory, and modeling approaches. General research topics include: 1) using a variety of techniques, including otolith microchemistry, to understand stock structure of Lake Erie fish populations; 2) understanding patterns and implications of seasonal movements of fish in Lake Erie 3) incorporating watershed effects into our understanding of lake and reservoir food webs; 4) incorporating habitat availability into our understanding of success of sportfish populations. Qualifications: A successful applicant will be creative, motivated, and capable of working well both independently and cooperatively. A degree in biology, ecology, aquatic sciences, or a related field is required. Students must have strong writing and quantitative skills and be interested in applying basic ecological approaches to fisheries management problems. Start date: Summer or Fall 2008 How to apply: For those interested in competing for a University Fellowship, applications are due into the Graduate School by January 15, 2008 (http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~eeob/drupal//?q=admissions). Otherwise, interested students should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names/contact information for three references, and transcripts to one of us before January 31, 2008 at The Ohio State University, Aquatic Ecology Laboratory, 1314 Kinnear Road, 227 Research Center, Columbus, OH 43212-1156. In the cover letter, please briefly describe your background, indicate which research area(s) interest(s) you most (if a preference exists), whether you are interested in pursuing a M.S. or Ph.D., and when you would prefer to start (Summer or Fall 2008). Contact: For additional information, visit http://ael.osu.edu/aelopportunities.html or contact Elizabeth Marschall (marschall.2@osu.edu), Stuart Ludsin (ludsin.1@osu.edu), or Roy Stein (stein.4@osu.edu). Voice: 614-292-1613; Fax: 614-292-0181. We are currently reviewing applications, and will continue to do so until suitable applicants are found.
1) Watershed Effects on Lake Erie Yellow Perch Description: Dr. Stuart A. Ludsin has two (2) years of support for a post-doctoral scientist to work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers that is exploring how watershed-derived inputs of nutrients and sediments influence Lake Erie yellow perch foraging, growth, health/condition, survival, and recruitment to the fishery, through both bottom-up (e.g., by enhancing zooplankton prey to larvae) and top-down (e.g., by reducing predation mortality on larvae) processes. The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will be to: 1) write manuscripts that synthesize a wealth of available limnological, field-biological, experimental, otolith microchemical, RNA:DNA analysis, and genetics data; 2) supervise technicians; 3) participate in field work (and lab work, if interested); and 4) if interested, help develop a spatially-explicit individual-based model that integrates this suite of field/lab information. Owing to a wealth of data in hand, the incumbent could immediately begin to analyze data, write manuscripts, and/or begin developing an individual-based model. Opportunities to help develop research projects consistent with the incumbent’s interests also likely will arise. Location: The incumbent would join a dynamic, interactive group of graduate students, post-docs, visiting scholars, and faculty at The Ohio State University’s Aquatic Ecology Laboratory (AEL; http://ael.osu.edu/), which is housed within the Department of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology (EEOB), where Dr. Ludsin recently joined the faculty (http://excelsior.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~eeob/drupal//?q=userpages/176). Qualifications: A successful applicant will be creative, motivated, and capable of working well both independently and cooperatively. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in ecology, aquatic sciences, biology, or a related field. Strong quantitative and written skills are required. Experience supervising personnel, conducting field work, and/or developing individual-based models is highly desired. Knowledge of ArcGIS also would be useful.
Independent Study (EEOB 693) - The Aquatic Ecology Laboratory is interested in energetic, committed undergraduate students who are interested in conducting independent research, for OSU credit, that focuses on ecologically oriented projects in freshwater ecosystems. For all projects, we ask students for, at minimum, a commitment of one year. For more information, please contact: Stuart Ludsin (ludsin.1 "at" osu.edu), Assistant Professor, EEOB, Elizabeth Marschall (marschall.2 "at" osu.edu), Associate Professor, EEOB, or Roy Stein (stein.4 "at" osu.edu), Professor, EEOB. Independent Study (EEOB 293) - The Aquatic Ecology Laboratory provides course credit for one quarter (or more) of volunteer research experience in aquatic ecology. For more information, please contact: Stuart Ludsin (ludsin.1 "at" osu.edu), Assistant Professor, EEOB, Elizabeth Marschall (marschall.2 "at" osu.edu), Associate Professor, EEOB, or Roy Stein (stein.4 "at" osu.edu), Professor, EEOB. Work Study - We are looking for qualified students to fill work-study positions at the Aquatic Ecology Laboratory. Specific tasks for our Work-Study students include field sampling, in-lab sample processing, and data entry. We strive to ensure that Work-Study students also will have opportunities to participate in lab and field research associated with other ongoing projects. Aquatic Ecology Laboratory graduate students and faculty are committed to educating Work-Study students in the fine art of scientific research in a cooperative and supportive work environment. We are looking for creative, hard-working students.
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