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Opportunities for graduate students, undergraduates, and postdocs

Graduate Students

PhD Position in Mosquito Population Genomics

We seek a motivated PhD student interested in evolutionary genomics, bioinformatics, and vector biology. Join us to work on cutting-edge research at the intersection of genomics and public health.

Research Focus Areas

Insecticide Resistance

Track resistance evolution using genomic surveillance

Photoperiodic Diapause

Evolution of overwintering strategies

Vector Competence

Genetic basis of pathogen transmission

Population Genomics

GWAS and invasion history reconstruction

How to Apply

Application Deadline: December 1st, 2025 for Fall 2026 admission

Application Process:

  1. Coming Soon: A Google form will be available for candidates interested in the position
  2. Initial Review: After filling out the form, selected students will be contacted for a Zoom interview
  3. Formal Application: Successful candidates must apply through the UCR Entomology Graduate Program and fulfill all departmental requirements
  4. Campus Interview: Selected candidates residing in the USA will be invited for an on-campus interview (typically held in February-March)

IMMEDIATE OPENING Undergraduate Research Assistant

Join Our Research Team

Join the Cosme Lab to advance robotics-driven vertical insect farming and mosquito genomics through the CNAS Delfino Agriculture Innovation seed grant project.

Your Responsibilities

  1. Support CNAS Delfino seed grant: "Feeding the Future: Robotics-Driven Vertical Insect Farming"
  2. Maintain mosquito colonies in the UCR quarantine facility
  3. Perform HMW-DNA extractions and size selection using magnetic beads
  4. Linked-read WGS library prep DOI: Meier et al. 2021
  5. (Optional) Learn to use the UCR HPCC for genomic analysis

Requirements & Details

  1. No prior research experience required - we provide complete training!
  2. Commit up to 20 hours per week during experiment runs
  3. Flexible schedule accommodating your classes
  4. Paid position: ~$20/hour (UCR undergraduate pay scale)
  5. Interviews: August 25-29, Entomology Bldg Room 325
Application Deadline

August 24, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST

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Other Positions

Undergraduate Researchers

We regularly host undergraduate students for hands-on research experience in mosquito genomics and molecular biology.

Honors thesis projects
Independent study (ENTM 199)
Summer research programs

Time commitment: Minimum 10 hours/week for 2+ quarters

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Postdoctoral Researchers

We welcome inquiries from potential postdocs interested in vector genomics and evolutionary biology.

PhD in relevant field
Strong publication record
Interest in developing independent funding

Please send CV and research statement

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Why Join Cosme Lab?

Research Training

Hands-on experience with genomics, bioinformatics, and molecular techniques

Collaborative Environment

Work with researchers across multiple institutions

Professional Development

Conference attendance, grant writing, and career mentoring

Funding Support

Actively seeking funding through competitive grants for student support