Joining the Lab

Interested in joining the Geaux Viral Lab?  Great!

Talented and motivated graduate students, post-docs, or undergraduates are encouraged to contact Dr. Brum directly at jbrum1[at]lsu.edu regarding open lab positions. If you are a prospective graduate student or postdoc, it is best to get in touch as early as possible so we have time to discuss potential projects and funding opportunities.

Undergraduate Students:
If you are an undergraduate, have an interest in exploring marine viral research, and would like to get some research experience, please contact Dr. Brum directly (jbrum1[at]lsu.edu). Please include brief comments about your motivation to join the lab, and attach your CV and transcripts (unofficial transcripts are fine). An excellent resource for how to write a professional e-mail inquiry can be found here: LINK (although not all of these tips will apply to prospective undergraduate researchers).

Prospective Graduate Students:
If you are interested in joining the lab as a graduate student, and have a love of all things marine viral ecology, please contact Dr. Brum directly (jbrum1[at]lsu.edu). Please include brief comments about your motivation to join the lab, indicate whether you want to pursue a Master’s or Ph.D., and attach your CV and transcripts (unofficial transcripts are fine). An excellent resource for how to write a professional e-mail inquiry can be found here: LINK.

Prospective postdocs:
If you are ready for the next step in pursuing your career in the field of marine viral ecology, please contact Dr. Brum directly (jbrum1[at]lsu.edu). Please include a brief description of your background and interests, as well as an attached CV, so we can get started discussing potential projects and funding opportunities.