Expires on: 03/01/2024
Description
Three Masters Funded Positions in Aquaculture Microbiology, Physiology or Fisheries at Auburn University: 1 – MSc student position (Hatchery Science of Eastern Oyster) Auburn, Alabama Full Time $19,000 for 2 years:
A Master of Science (MSc) position is available at Auburn University (start date: May 2024). The student will be hosted by the Aquatic Reproductive Physiology lab (P.I. Dr. Ian Anthony Ernest Butts; in the School of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences (SFAAS).
The MS student will use basic and applied research techniques to gain a better understanding of critical processes underlying male reproductive health and gamete preservation at molecular, cellular (sperm), tissue, organ system, and farm-animal levels. Together, this will increase hatching rates and offspring performance by optimizing the selection, collection, and storage conditions of healthy sperm to make oyster hatcheries more efficient and profitable.
Qualifications
We are looking for a motivated candidate who has:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology or a similar degree
- Knowledge of aquaculture and aquatic physiology
- Proven ability to carry out goal-oriented work and fluent with data management systems (i.e. Excel, Word, statistical analysis)
- Lab competencies in physiology would be considered an asset – please clarify your experiences in the “motivating letter”
- Practical husbandry experiences with aquatic organisms will be an asset
- Good co-operation ability
- NEEDED: Ability to obtain US driver’s license and vehicle, as our research station is off-campus
Funding
The MSc ($19,000 + fringe benefits for 2 years) salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules for graduate students. Typically, a tuition waiver is provided. The students will begin coursework and research in May 2024.
Application
Please submit your application no later than 1 March 2024 at 11:59 PM CDT. Applications must be e-mailed to Dr. Ian Butts (iab0007@auburn.edu ) as “one” pdf file containing all materials to be given consideration. The file must include:
- Cover letter motivating the application (please include your background, interests, goals – 1 to 2 pages)
- Curriculum vitae with contact information (e-mail and phone numbers) for three referees
- Unofficial transcripts and GRE scores