University of Central Florida (UCF) The Sharanowski lab at the University of Central Florida is seeking a Ph.D. student to work on comparative genomics and evolutionary genomics projects, focusing on parasitic wasps in the superfamily Ichneumonoidea. This research will be largely computational, working on full genomes, and thus a strong background in programming would be ideal, as well as course work in genomics, genetics, evolution, molecular biology, and several courses that would provide a strong statistical background. Students with a biology, math, or a computer science degree are highly encouraged. Students with Masters degrees and previous publications are preferred. PhD students are supported via a graduate teaching assistantship (GTA) from the Biology Department and are supplemented with summer salary from the Sharanowski Lab for full support including health insurance benefits. Interested applicants are encouraged to email Dr. Sharanowski by November 15th with a a CV outlining research experience with 3 names of references included please include your GPA on your CV and a short description of research interests including why you want to join the Sharanowski Lab. Dr. Sharanowski will only contact suitable applicants for a zoom interview to assess a good fit between the project and student and advisor. Applications to UCF are due Dec 1st, 2024. International applicants are welcome. The University of Central Florida is a large university and a designated Hispanic serving institution. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Orlando is a diverse and beautiful city and the department, campus and city have supportive communities. Dr. Barbara Sharanowski Professor, Department of Biology University of Central Florida barb.sharanowski [at] ucf.edu Barbara Sharanowski (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)