PhD Positions in Plant Ecology: Utah State University

School: Utah State University

Location: Logan, Utah

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://seedscape.github.io/BeckmanLab/GraduatePosition.html

Salary: TBD

Last Date to Apply: 01/15/2017

 

Description:

    PhD positions are available beginning Fall of 2017 in the research group of Dr. Noelle G. Beckman in the Department of Biology and Ecology Center at Utah State University. The Beckman Lab investigates interactions between plants and their environment occurring over multiple scales and examines the role of these interactions in limiting plant populations and maintaining biodiversity. Many of these interactions are disrupted by global change, and we examine the consequences of these disruptions for plant communities and ecosystem functions. The research group uses a combination of empirical and quantitative approaches to address our research questions. Examples of ongoing projects include: 

1) Synthesizing data with mathematical models to predict extinction risk of plant species to climate change

2) Understanding the importance of seed dispersal under global change

3) Examining the influence of dispersal and plant consumers on plant spatial patterns

     Before applying, interested candidates should contact Dr. Beckman (nbeckman AT sesync.org) with a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for two references. The recommended date to pre-apply is December 1 and application to the School of Graduate Studies is January 15 for full consideration of financial support. The Beckman Lab is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. 

Qualifications:

Previous research experience
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong quantitative skills and/or interest in developing quantitative skills

   For more information please contact: Dr. Noelle Beckman (nbeckman@sesync.org)