Research opportunities are available in the following areas linked to specific SICCS faculty: Viacheslav “Slava” Fofanov: High-throughput metagenomic sequencing, pathogen detection and transmission. Tara Furstenau: Bioinformatics, computational biology, metagenomic analysis, pathogen detection. Crystal Hepp: Phylogeography, arboviruses, molecular epidemiology. Joe Mihaljevic: Ecological informatics, multi-pathogen communities, infectious diseases. Marc Tollis: Phylogenetics, population genetics, phylogeography, comparative genomics, cancer evolution. Other research opportunities are available with our affiliated faculty: Gregory Caporaso: Bioinformatics, bioinformatics education, human microbiome.

Flagstaff offers an ideal, scenic environment for living and learning. With a four-season climate, amazing landscapes, and ample sunshine, you’ll discover outdoor adventures unlike anywhere else in the United States—find out more about NAU and Flagstaff at https://nau.edu/about/living-in-flagstaff/ . Assistantship benefits include stipends, full tuition waiver, health insurance, and research support.

Candidates should explore the SICCS website (http://bit.ly/bioSICCS ) and contact the professor whose interests align most closely with information on their background, research interests, and qualifications, as well as a current resume.

Formal applications to our programs can be submitted online at http://bit.ly/siccsapply . Applications for our PhD program are due on January 1. Applications received early may be considered for a prestigious NAU Presidential Fellowship, which provides an increased stipend and additional funding to support professional development.