Desert Research Institute

Our student will work at the cutting edge of conservation R&D through application of advanced sampling methodologies, species-specific qPCR, and DNsequence-based technologies (meta-omics and metabarcoding) in support of real-world projects focused on endemic fish stewardship and control of invasive species.. The successful candidate will join an interagency team involved in all aspects of endangered species conservation, including scientists, resource managers and field technicians from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Nevada Division of Wildlife, National Park Service, Southern Nevada Water Authority, The Nature Conservancy, and others.. This unique position offers the opportunity to make a difference at the front lines of environmental protection from day-one while paving the path to a rewarding career in conservation biology, wildlife ecology, and/or molecular biosciences.. DRI offers a half-time monthly salary of $2,250 for PhD students with the possibility of full-time status over the summer ($27,000 - $33,750 per year) and includes health insurance, grant-in-aid covering 100% of tuition, and waiver of non-resident tuition.. DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).

graduate research assistant

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Desert Research Institute. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: <ul><li>Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. </li><li>Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments. </li><li>Please see the application instructions under each posting for information on submittal deadlines. </li></ul>If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at (775) 673-7431 or recruit@dri.edu. Job Description The Desert Research Institute (DRI), UNLV School of Life Sciences (SoLS) and the Sulo and Aileen Maki Endowment announce a Ph.D. fellowship with options for immediate starting dates in the fast-growing field of environmental DNA (eDNA). Our student will work at the cutting edge of conservation R&D through application of advanced sampling methodologies, species-specific qPCR, and DNA-sequence-based technologies (meta-omics and metabarcoding) in support of real-world projects focused on endemic fish stewardship and control of invasive species. The successful candidate will join an interagency team involved in all aspects of endangered species conservation, including scientists, resource managers and field technicians from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Nevada Division of Wildlife, National Park Service, Southern Nevada Water Authority, The Nature Conservancy, and others. This unique position offers the opportunity to make a difference at the front lines of environmental protection from day-one while paving the path to a rewarding career in conservation biology, wildlife ecology, and/or molecular biosciences. QUALIFICATIONS <ul> <li>B.S. or M.S. in a related discipline (required) </li><li>Acceptance into a master's or Ph.D. granting program at UNLV and registered for a minimum of six graduate credits per semester </li><li>Laboratory experience, especially with DNA and/or bioinformatics </li><li>Ability to work under desert field conditions and valid driver's license </li><li>Strong work ethic and dedication to academic excellence </li><li>Excellent communication skills - spoken and written English </li><li>Personal commitment to natural resource preservation </li></ul>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Our competitive support package includes three years of research support and a one-year teaching assistantship. DRI offers a half-time monthly salary of $2,250 for PhD students with the possibility of full-time status over the summer ($27,000 - $33,750 per year) and includes health insurance, grant-in-aid covering 100% of tuition, and waiver of non-resident tuition. Support package is dependent on available funding and performance. Exempt Yes Full-Time Equivalent 50.0% Required Attachment(s) Please upload the following documents in the specified section: <ul> <li>A current curriculum vitae </li></ul> Applications received by January 15, 2024 will receive priority. Interested persons are strongly encouraged to contact Dr. Moser directly for more details in addition to submitting their application (duane.moser@dri.edu). Candidates should also apply to the UNLV School of Life Sciences at https://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences/admissions and list Duane Moser as preferred faculty mentor. For more about the Moser Lab, see https://www.dri.edu/directory/duane-moser/. Posting Close Date 02/6/2024 Note to Applicant Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission. Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions. This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas). All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.

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