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Graduate Assistantship Conservation Genomics of Freshwater Mussels A Graduate Assistantship to conduct research on the conservation genomics of freshwater mussels is available in the Aquatic Biodiversity & Conservation Laboratory at Miami University, Oxford, OH. Funding from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service will support the use of genomic approaches to assess parentage and genetic variation of captive-raised mussels to be used for population restoration and to provide guidance to agencies charged with protection of endangered and threatened species. The position starts in January 2022. Compensation includes a full waiver of in-state and out-of-state tuition, a competitive academic-year stipend, and summer salary. Applicants with experience using genomic techniques and those wishing to pursue a PhD in Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology will have preference, although strong candidates wishing to pursue an MS in Biology will be considered. Interested persons should contact David Berg via email ([log in to unmask]) and include a CV/resume and a description of research interests and experiences. Screening of applicants will begin immediately.