Molly Stanley

The Nunez Lab at the University of Vermont is recruiting two PhD students to join research projects in Drosophila population genomics. The first project focuses on the genetic basis of rapid seasonal evolution in the invasive insect Drosophila suzukii, involving fieldwork, molecular, and computational analyses, and is NSF-funded. The second project investigates the genetic and neurological mechanisms underlying temperature-dependent feeding phenotypes in Drosophila melanogaster, with a focus on chromosomal inversions and supergenes. Both projects contribute to the DEST dataset and offer opportunities for collaboration with the University of Kentucky, Northeastern University, and the European Drosophila Population Genomics Consortium. Applicants should have at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with preference for those with research experience. The positions are supported by research and teaching assistantships, with further funding details available on the department's website. The start date is Fall 2025, and the application deadline is based on the university's posted date for the Biology PhD program. Interested candidates should visit the provided links for application instructions and to schedule an interview with Prof. Nunez.

Assistant Professor Molly Stanley at the University of Vermont is recruiting a PhD student for Fall 2027. The project focuses on gustatory-metabolic integration in the fruit fly model system , with research methods including fly genetic tools , behavioral assays , biochemistry , molecular biology , and in vivo calcium imaging . Interested students may apply through the University of Vermont Biology PhD program or the Neuroscience PhD program . The post says candidates should interview with the PI ahead of time; Biology PhD students would join the lab directly, while Neuroscience PhD students would rotate in year 1 before officially joining the lab. Preferred background includes experience in one or more of the listed methods. Applicants are asked to send a CV and a short email describing their interest and experience to [email protected] . Location context in the post points to Burlington, Vermont, United States .