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Biography

Dr Oh is an evolutionary ecologist with keen interests in genetics and genomics, local adaptation, and conservation biology. He applies concepts from evolutionary biology and population genetics along with modern whole-genome sequencing and bioinformatic analyses to address problems in invasive species management, wildlife conservation, and development of new biocontrol techniques, in both vertebrate and invertebrate animal systems.

Academic Qualifications

  • 2009

    PhD, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
    University of Arizona

  • 2001

    Bachelor of Arts, Biology
    Bowdoin College

Current Roles

  • Genetic Biocontrol Team Leader
    Development of genetic biocontrols for management of established vertebrate pests

Professional Experiences

  • 2019-2020

    Research Scientist
    Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service, Wildlife Services, United States Department of Agriculture

  • 2018-2019

    Postdoctoral Researcher
    Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology, Colorado State University

  • 2014-2018

    Mendenhall Fellow
    United States Geological Survey

  • 2009-2014

    Postdoctoral Associate
    Department of Neurobiology & Behavior, Cornell University