Graduate Assistant - Research 12 Mo

Arkansas State University - Jonesboro, AR

Part-time - Entry Level

Jonesboro, AR

Educational Services

About the position

The Graduate Assistant position at Arkansas State University involves working on an NSF-funded project focused on the evolution of fragmented mitochondrial genomes in parasitic lice. The role includes utilizing molecular and bioinformatic techniques to explore genomic evolution, mito-nuclear coevolution, and phylogenetics. The selected PhD student will collaborate with a team of researchers from multiple universities and will have access to funding through Research and Teaching Assistantships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct DNA extraction and molecular analysis.
• Perform bioinformatic and phylogenomic analyses.
• Prepare research papers for publication.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in biology, bioinformatics, evolutionary biology, or a related field.
• Experience with a programming language (Python, Perl, R, etc.).
• Experience in bioinformatics (phylogenetics, molecular evolution, etc.).
• Basic molecular lab skills (DNA extractions, PCR, etc.).

Nice-to-haves

• M.S. in evolutionary biology, bioinformatics, or a related field.
• GRE scores.

Benefits

• Access to funds for travel and a one-year stipend through the UandI-DEECoDE program.