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Research Group Recruiting Students

The environmental virology and Ecology research group led by Dr. Nissimov is recruiting two masters and two PhD students to investigate the different research projects with a potential scope in future.

Funding For Students

A stipend of 25, 104 $ per year will be granted to selected candidates
Selected candidates are also eligible to apply for external funding like NSERC and OGS

Projects For Masters Studies

Environmental effects on aquatic algal- and cyanobacteria– virus infection dynamics
Cyanobacterial antiviral discovery and characterization

Projects For PhD

Ecology and impacts of viruses of harmful algae
Characterization of the physiological and metabolic costs associated with micro algal and cyanobacterial resistance to infection

Essential Requirements To Apply

Students must be completed a successful thesis based BSc in Biotechnology, Biology, Aquatic Sciences or a related field
Applicants applying for PhD must have thesis based MSc in same fields as for masters
Have meaningful laboratory experience in microbiology/ molecular biology, ecology, and environmental biology.
Have strong verbal and communication skills
Be able to work independently collaboratively
Be able to embrace challenges and not afraid to ask questions
Be a self-motivated and driven individual

Documents Required For Application

Cover letter (that outlines research interest of applicant, and how it relates to stated research project)
CV
Contact information (including name, affiliation and email address) of three referees