PhD positions in spotted lanternfly invasion ecology; Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

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Agency

Temple University

Location

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

Job Category

Graduate Assistantships

Salary

approx $30,000 per year

Start Date

08/15/2023

Last Date to Apply

12/15/2022

Website

https://www.iecolab.org/blog/2022/09/phd-positions-in-invasion-ecology/

Description

The Integrative Ecology Lab at Temple University has two PhD student positions available for Fall 2023 to work on our invasive spotted lanternfly project. These positions will provide students with the exciting opportunity to work in the epicenter of a recent invasion using combinations of field research, data science, and statistical modeling methods.

The two positions are:
PhD in invasion ecology and habitat selection ecology (working with Dr. Jocelyn Behm)
PhD in invasion ecology under climate change (working with Dr. Matt Helmus)

Please visit this website for more information:
https://www.iecolab.org/blog/2022/09/phd-positions-in-invasion-ecology/

Qualifications

Students selected for either position will be expected to develop specific research questions for their PhD that align with their personal interests under the larger research themes. Applicants must have prior research experience and a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in biology, environmental science, or other related fields. Ideal applicants are those with prior ecological research experience plus familiarity with GIS, statistics, and R. Because our research methods are highly quantitative, strong quantitative skills, or at the very least an interest in quantitative methods, is needed. Most importantly, the successful applicant will be well-organized, able to work both independently and in a team setting, and motivated to learn. Above all, we are looking for applicants who are excited to join an interdisciplinary team conducting interesting research on an invasive species of high concern.

Full applications are due to Temple’s Graduate School on December 15 (November 15 for international applicants). However, interested applicants should initially contact either Jocelyn Behm (jebehm@temple.edu) or Matt Helmus (mrhelmus@temple.edu) well in advance of the deadline. 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 highly encouraged to check out our lab website, our spotted lanternfly research dashboard and Temple Biology’s graduate program information.

Contact Person

Jocelyn Behm or Matt Helmus

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