Welcome to the Zhang Lab of Population Genetics!

We are a research group in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Michigan. We synthesize evolutionary, genomic, and computational approaches to study a fundamental question in population genetics, which is, how have evolutionary processes such as admixture and natural selection shaped human genetic diversity and health?

Our research is currently funded by NIH/NIGMS (R00 and R35) grants. Ongoing projects include (but not limited to):

•  Inferring a comprehensive genomic atlas of archaic introgression in modern humans;
•  Modeling dynamic admixture and natural selection processes using Drosophila and nonhuman primates;
•  Inferring non-additive selective effects on the human genome for accurate estimation of complex trait phenotypes; 
•  Studying the impact of recent admixture on the genetic architecture of complex traits in modern human populations.

We are looking for new talents to join the lab! 

• For postdoc candidates - We are currently not actively recruiting postdocs but if you would like to discuss future opportunities, please contact Dr. Zhang directly with a brief description of your research interest and career goals. 
• For prospective PhD students - we are recruiting from the PhD Program in Biomedical Sciences (PIBS). Prospective students are encouraged to contact Dr. Zhang directly before submitting the application. 
• For prospective PhD students interested in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) - Dr. Zhang can serve as a co-advisor in the EEB program. Please contact Dr. Zhang and other EEB faculty before submitting the application.