Position Details:
- Project Title: Lake ecosystem restoration: a large-scale field experiment of eco-evolutionary dynamics
- Position: PhD Project Opportunity
- Research Focus: Quantifying the impact of evolutionary processes on lake ecology during ecosystem restoration
- Location: Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM), Montréal, Canada
- Collaboration: Researchers at McGill University and international collaborators
- Duration: Four years
- Start Date: May 2024 (latest)
- Funding: Fully funded for the duration of the program
Qualifications and Requirements:
- MSc diploma in biology or a relevant discipline
- Interest and experience in field ecology, aquatic ecology, evolutionary biology, and statistical analyses
Application Process:
- To apply, send your CV, a motivation letter, and your transcript to Alison Derry (derry.alison@uqam.ca)
- Applications will be considered until the position is filled
Department and Research Group:
- Department: Department of Biological Sciences at UQAM
- Research Group: Groupe de Recherche Interuniversitaire en Limnologie (GRIL-UQAM) - a dynamic and highly collaborative team of 11 aquatic ecologists
- Potential for innovative collaborations in evolutionary, community and microbial ecology, biogeochemistry, and landscape ecology within the aquatic sciences
Joining the Lab:
- Interested candidates are encouraged to read recent papers by the lab head and explore ongoing projects to align their interests with the research focus of the lab
- Email the lab head with a CV and transcript (unofficial at this stage) to initiate a discussion about fitting into the lab
Scholarships and Fellowships:
- Prospective students and post-doctoral fellows are strongly encouraged to apply for scholarships and fellowships to support their studies and research.
