Jared Homola

Jared Homola is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University, affiliated with the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. His position is supported by the Partnership for Ecosystem Research and Management (PERM), a collaboration between the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and MSU. He works closely with the Michigan DNR's Fisheries Division on conservation genetics research.

• Ph.D. in Ecology and Environmental Science, University of Maine (2018)
• M.Sc. in Biology, Grand Valley State University (2013)
• B.Sc. in Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University (2010)

His research integrates genetic, bioinformatic, and statistical tools to address ecological challenges, focusing on species in the Great Lakes basin and upper Midwest. Specific interests include:

• Ecological and evolutionary responses to environmental pressures (land use change, climate change, disease, harvest)
• Conservation genetics of freshwater fishes
• Population dynamics and adaptation

The article MSU researcher leads innovative effort to protect lake whitefish using genetic markers (2025) exemplifies his work applying genetic techniques to fisheries management and ecosystem preservation.

Notable honors include:

• National Science Foundation research fellowship

Homola has held roles including postdoctoral research at MSU and Assistant Unit Leader at the USGS Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit. His work bridges academic research with practical conservation strategies for management agencies.