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The research focuses on interactions between the population dynamics of midges in Mývatn and
the aquatic ecosystem. The project encompasses population ecology, community ecology and
ecosystem ecology, and the PhD student will have freedom to design their own research program
to fit in with the overall objectives of understanding the ecology of Mývatn. The fieldwork
is conducted June-August by a team of researchers at Mývatn, including faculty, postdocs,
graduate students, and undergraduates. The graduate student will not only be responsible for their
own PhD research but will also participate with the rest of the research team and mentor
undergraduate students.
Prospective students should have substantial experience conducting research in the field.
Although not required, quantitative skills in, for example, statistical analyses are a plus. A
master's degree is not required. Please note that we receive a large number of applications, and
only those prospective students with experience directly relevant to our fieldwork are
competitive.
If you are interested, please prepare a cover letter and CV as a single PDF. Your cover letter
should briefly outline your background and why you are interested in this position. In your CV,
please include relevant information about your education and work experiences. Also, provide
names and contact information for at least two references whom we can contact to ask specific
questions about your qualifications for the position. Our lab and the University of Wisconsin are
committed to supporting scientists from historically underrepresented backgrounds
(https://integrativebiology.wisc.edu/diversity-inclusion-statement/).
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I am seeking a new PhD student to begin in the Fall of 2025 at the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill. Specifically, I am looking for a student interested in asking questions about large-
scale patterns of foliage arthropod abundance, composition, and phenology using data from the
citizen science project that I run, Caterpillars Count!.
How are climate change, urbanization, and invasive species influencing foliage arthropods across
North America? How are these relationships influencing population trends and phenological
mismatch with forest birds? Student projects might also involve integrating data from large-scale
datasets like iNaturalist and [ebird.org]eBird. There are many creative directions to go in.
The ideal candidate has previous research experience, demonstrated writing ability, some
programming experience (e.g., R, Matlab, or Python), and a willingness to also conduct field work.
Students will ideally be supported on some combination of teaching and research assistantships
contingent on lab funding. Applicants with strong research and academic records may be
considered for a University fellowship, and of course you should already be considering an
application for a NSF Graduate Research Fellowship.
Read more about research in the Hurlbert Lab here, and if interested, please send an email
to caterpillarscount@gmail.com with a cv or resume and a description of your general research
interests and ideas for potential projects. I am looking to see that you have an understanding of
some of the important, unanswered questions in ecology and that you can conceive of novel
approaches for getting at those questions in the context of large-scale patterns in foliage arthropod
data.
Sincerely,
Allen Hurlbert
University of North Carolina
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3. Two graduate students (PhD or Master’s level) in computational hydrology (Fall 2025)
I am recruiting two graduate students (PhD or Master’s level) to join the a.c.t. hydro lab in
the Department of Geological Sciences at the State University of New York at Buffalo in Fall
2025! I am seeking students interested in computational hydrology with a specific interest on
developing and applying numerical modeling or AI/ML techniques to understand the changing
hydrologic cycles in land-atmosphere interface as well as assessing the risks for water-related
sectors.
The specific research topics are flexible, but interests should fall within the current research themes
in the lab. Check out our recent publications to see if your interests align with the lab. Given the
quantitative focus of our research, I am particularly interested in recruiting students with a strong
quantitative, statistical, mathematical, and/or computational background, or a strong motivation to
learn and apply these skills in graduate school.
If you are interested, please reach out to me with a brief description of your background and
research interests plus a CV (ycheng46 at buffalo dot edu). Interested candidates must
apply online.
The deadline for online application (including recommendation letters) is December 15, 2024.
Link: https://acthydro.com/join.html#graduate-student
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Desired (but not required) skills: Experience with microplastics in water and/or soil systems.
Programming and stormwater modeling skills. Experience in surface/subsurface hydrologic
modeling.
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Requirements: Deep understanding of greenhouse gas (carbon dioxide and methane) emission
processes, dynamics, and drivers in soil-plant systems. Demonstrated field, laboratory, and/or
modeling experience with the measurement and/or analysis of GHG emissions from soil-plant
systems. Introductory GIS and programming (e.g., Python) skills. MS and BS in geo-
environmental engineering/sciences or related areas.
Desired (but not required) skills: Experience with field measurements of GHG emission from
green stormwater infrastructure. Expertise in analysis or simulation of unsaturated porous media
in green stormwater infrastructure or geo-environmental problems.
Please read the following instructions carefully and apply, if interested and qualified.
If you are qualified and highly interested, please immediately send a single pdf containing the
following documents to Dr. Ali Ebrahimian as email attachment (alebrahi@fiu.edu): 1) CV
(including graduation dates and GPAs for MS and BS, list of publications, technical skills
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including programming and software, and breakdown of TOEFL/IELTS scores for international
applicants), and 2) unofficial copies of BS and MS transcripts. Subject line of the email must be
“PhD application Spring 2025 Position #”. Please carefully follow the instructions, include the
position number in the subject line, and do not include links or multiple attachments in your
email. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
Source: AGU
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Applicants must have prior research experience and a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in
biology, environmental science, or other quantitative field. Ideal applicants are those with prior
ecological fieldwork experience plus familiarity GIS, statistics, and R. Most importantly, the
successful applicant will be well-organized, able to work both independently and in a team
setting, and motivated to learn.
Full applications are due to Temple’s Graduate School on December 15 (November 15 for
international applicants). However, interested applicants should initially contact Dr. Behm
(jebehm@temple.edu) by September 30, for priority consideration. Include in this initial contact
your CV, unofficial transcript, and a brief statement of interest that describes your relevant
background experiences, why you are interested in the position, and questions you have about
the research, etc. Applicants are strongly encouraged to first peruse the lab website and
publications prior to contact (http://www.iecolab.org).
The Integrative Ecology Lab is located within Temple’s Center for Biodiversity and housed in a
new LEED-Gold certified building on Temple's main campus in historic Philadelphia. Temple
University, founded in 1884, is a public R1 university with a diverse student body of ca. 30,000
students.
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Fellowships/assistantships are available for self-motivated students to pursue PhD degrees and
conduct innovative and high-impact research in the Center for Systems Integration and
Sustainability (CSIS) at Michigan State University (http://csis.msu.edu).
Applications are welcome from students with a variety of backgrounds and in a wide range of
disciplines, such as anthropology, artificial intelligence, behavioral science, biology, computer
science and engineering, conservation, data science, demography, ecology, economics,
environmental science and engineering, geographic information science, geography, geosciences,
land science, remote sensing, sociology, sustainability science, and other related fields.
Research topics may include telecoupling (telecoupling.org), giant pandas, food system resilience
and sustainability, sustainability science, protected areas, UN Sustainable Development Goals,
coupled human and natural systems, systems integration (e.g., integration of natural sciences such
as ecology with social sciences such as economics, policy, and technology), biodiversity
conservation, ecosystem services, food-energy-water-climate nexus, human well-being, nature-
based climate solutions, forest and landscape ecology, global change, wildlife ecology and
conservation, land change science, applications of AI and machine learning, and computer
modeling and simulation (e.g., agent-based modeling). Studies on these and other related topics
by faculty and students at CSIS have been published in journals such as Science and Nature.
With flexible start dates (e.g., spring, summer, or fall of 2025), successful candidates can build on
previous studies and explore new frontiers.
Application materials include: (1) letter of application, (2) CV or resume, (3) transcripts, (4) GRE
scores, (5) TOEFL scores (for non-native English speakers only), and (6) list of 3 referees (names
and contact information). Unofficial copies of GRE scores, TOEFL scores, and transcripts are OK
initially. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials as soon as
possible. Applications and questions about these opportunities should be emailed to:
Professor Jianguo (Jack) Liu
Rachel Carson Chair in Sustainability
Center for Systems Integration and Sustainability
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48823-5243, USA
liuji@msu.edu (email)
http://csis.msu.edu/people/jianguo-jack-liu
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The Ecosystems in the Anthropocene Lab at Central Michigan University is recruiting for an MS
position. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Amanda Suchy
(https://www.cmich.edu/people/AMANDA-SUCHY) to complete a project quantifying the
deposition, retention, and mobilization of nutrients and microplastics in suburban watersheds in
Grand Rapids, MI. This project will involve both field and lab work, with field sites in suburban
neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI.
Qualifications:
B.S. in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field with a GPA > 3.0. A valid
driver’s license is necessary to travel to and from the field sites. Field work for this project will
require interaction and coordination with homeowners, so strong written and verbal
communication and organizational skills are necessary. Prior field or lab experience with urban
ecology, water chemistry, nitrogen cycling, soils, or microplastics is an asset.
Expectations: The selected applicant is expected to complete high-quality research, present their
research at regional or national conferences, and publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Timeline: The expected start date is August 2025 with the possibility to begin May 2025.
Funding: Funding will consist of a combination of research and teaching assistantships for two
years. A 12-month stipend and full tuition waiver will be provided.
How to apply: Interested students should apply by submitting the following in 1 PDF file to Dr.
Amanda Suchy (suchy1a@cmich.edu)
1) Short statement of research interests, qualifications, and career goals (no longer than 1 page)
2) CV
3) Copies of unofficial transcripts with GPA
4) Contact information for three professional references.
Please include: “Urban headwaters MS” and your name in the email subject.
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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until 10/21. I will contact you to
discuss your research interests and goals for graduate school to determine if you would be a good
fit for the lab. If selected, a full application must be submitted to the Biology Department at Central
Michigan University. Please do not apply to the CMU Graduate School/ Biology Department
without first contacting Dr. Suchy.
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All projects are designed to prepare students for a career. Students will gain the skills and networks
to land a job in government, industry, or academia upon graduation, with the confidence to move
up to leadership roles that are diverse, rewarding, and with great earning potential.
Non-Australian citizens can be considered for most projects. More PhD projects as well as four
post-doc positions will be announced in the next few months.
Link: https://plantbiosecuritycentre.edu.au/phd-opportunities/
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13. PhD position in the Sensory Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Lab at the AMNH
We seek applicants for a PhD position in the Sensory Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Lab
(SEEC) at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) with an interest in moths, bats,
sensory ecology, and conservation. Our current program is focused on understanding how light
pollution changes insect-bat interactions.
The AMNH’s Richard Gilder Graduate School PhD Program in Comparative Biology is an
accelerated and well-resourced 4-year doctoral degree in evolutionary biology, including a
competitive stipend. Our research will be conducted in the museum, using the world-class
Lepidoptera collections of the AMNH, and in the field at the AMNH’s Southwestern Research
Station (SWRS), using 3D high-speed videography and ultrasonic bioacoustics to document
moth-bat battles in an outdoor flight facility.
Please contact Jesse Barber, head of the SEEC Lab, with a letter of interest that describes your
background and research interests in sensory ecology and a copy of your CV:
barber.jesse@gmail.com. We are especially interested in candidates experienced in data analysis
and dissemination of research findings via peer-reviewed publications. The deadline
to submit your application is Nov. 1, 2024, prior to formal submission
to our graduate program. Position open until filled.
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Four semesters and two summers of support are available, including salary, tuition, mandatory
fees, and health insurance. Travel funds are available for fieldwork and scientific conference
presentations.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to meet the requirements for admission to the relevant graduate degree program
- Ability to implement applied statistical analyses in R or Python
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
- Academic background in forestry or familiarity with silvicultural practices and forest stand
dynamics
- Experience with forest measurements and field sampling, including logistics and off-trail
navigation
- Advanced training and coursework in statistics and mathematics
- A record of publication in the peer-reviewed literature
Application Procedure
Please send a single PDF file containing a cover letter describing your interest and how you meet
the position qualifications, current CV, unofficial transcripts, and names and contacts of three
professional references to Dr. David Affleck at david.affleck@umontana.edu. Submit your
materials by 10 January 2025 for full consideration.
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We invite applications from highly motivated individuals interested in pursuing a PhD in our lab
starting in Fall 2025. Incoming students will have the opportunity to develop their research projects
and contribute to our existing research efforts. Competitive stipends are provided through research
and teaching assistantships, with additional fellowships available for exceptional candidates. GRE
scores are no longer a requirement for our graduate program admissions. For more details about
our graduate program, application process, and deadlines, please visit our graduate program page.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to reach out to Jiaqi Tan at jtan7@lsu.edu with their CV,
unofficial transcripts, and personal statement.
Jiaqi Tan
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Louisiana State University
Email: jtan7@lsu.edu
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16. M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship in Juvenile Salmon Ecology at the University of
Alaska Fairbanks “Juneau Campus
The student will be tasked with developing a high-resolution mechanistic study to examine how
the sequence of high and low-flow events that a watershed experiences influences aquatic food
webs and juvenile salmon movement, foraging, and growth. Results will develop and inform
hypotheses regarding how ongoing and future changes in stream flows in the Gulf of Alaska
rivers may reshape fish growth and life history, which can inform broader-scale studies and
monitoring. The project is part of a partnership between the University of Alaska Fairbanks, the
Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station, the University of Alaska Southeast, and the
U.S. Geological Survey “providing a unique mentorship opportunity for the graduate student.
Benefits:” highly competitive stipend, plus tuition waiver and student health benefits for 2 years.
Closing date: “Applications will be accepted through Friday, September 23, 2024. The start date
will be early January 2025.
Contact: “Send a cover letter describing your professional interests and experience, CV, copies of
unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references to Drs. Ryan Bellmore
(james.r.bellmore@usda.gov) and Curry Cunningham (cjcunningham@alaska.edu).
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Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology (or related field), Statistics, or Applied Math (or
related - field).
- Ability to demonstrate strong quantitative skills.
Applications are due Dec. 15, interested individuals should reach out to Jake
(jake.ferguson@uky.edu) to discuss potential projects well in advance of this deadline. More
information on the graduate program and application process is available
at https://biograd.as.uky.edu/.
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1. HEE Digital Forestry “ This project can support either two M.S. students or one Ph.D.
student. The research will focus on synthesizing digital data streams with nearly two decades of
existing ground-based forest inventory data at the Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment (HEE) in
southern Indiana (https://heeforeststudy.org). The exact research topic can vary a bit, but the
effort will need to summarize both the growth and carbon storage of the HEE treatments over the
first 20 years of the study. The student(s), depending on level, will be expected to develop 1-3
other lines of inquiry; these could range from developing approaches for the use of lidar in young
hardwood forests (<30 years old) to testing new lidar and multispectral platforms for modeling C
dynamics. This work will be in collaboration with Drs. Brady Hardimann (forestry) and Jinha
Jung (civil engineering) and housed within the Institute of Digital Forestry
(https://ag.purdue.edu/digital-forestry/). Simply put, I expect this research to be a silviculture-
based project with a digital forestry flair.
2. HTIRC White Oak Artificial Regeneration: “This project will support a Ph.D. student (or a
very ambitious M.S. student). The research will quantify the growth and survival of planted
white oak seedlings in enrichment/underplanting contexts. This study continues monitoring
replicated underplanting/enrichment plantings after gap-based harvesting at southern Indiana
sites. In addition, this project will expand the network of plantings at several FNR properties
(Miller, Ochata, SEPAC, Martell) throughout the state. It is expected that the student will help
install and maintain several of these white oak plantations. The individual will likely also assist
in shade house and greenhouse studies with white oak near campus, likely in cooperation with
Dr. Morgan Furze (botany and plant pathology).
3. Carbon Modeling - The project will support an M.S. student. The research is associated with a
large oak ecosystem restoration effort on the Southern Indiana Sentinel Landscape. This
individual will be in charge of collecting ground-based forest inventory data from private lands
that will be treated to remove invasives and regenerate oak. The individual will then project
future forest growth on these sites using the Forest Vegetation Simulator (or similar growth and
yield model) to estimate how much these treatments affect C stocks. The individual will work
closely with another MS/PhD student and collaborate closely with Dr. Songlin Fei; both will be
collecting imagery from the same sites to estimate C sequestration and then projecting treatments
across a much broader spatial scale in southern Indiana.
Assistantships are awarded at $28,500 (MS) or $31,000 (PhD) per year and include a subsidized
insurance plan. Positions are funded for 2.5 (MS) or 4 (PhD) years and will be based at Purdue
University’s West Lafayette campus. Field sites are located across the state, but mostly south of
Indianapolis. Therefore, the position will require travel between campus and the field throughout
the year depending on data needs. The individual may occasionally collect field data in adverse
environmental conditions typical of southern Indiana.
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Qualifications:
1. B.S. or M.S. in Forestry or a closely-related field
2. Minimum GPA of 3.0 (3.2 preferred)
3. 6 months of ecological research fieldwork experience
4. Strong oral and written communication skills
5. Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
6. FAA 107 certificate for UAS operations (preferred, not required)
7. Demonstrated technical and scientific writing
Please contact Dr. Mike Saunders before submitting a formal application to Purdue’s Graduate
School (http://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/). Applications will be reviewed as they are received;
please indicate what position(s) you are interested in.
Mike Saunders
Professor of Silviculture
msaunder@purdue.edu
765-430-1440
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