PhD and Postdoc Positions in Quantitative Ecology: The Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University (LSU) is inviting applications for 1-2 PhD students and one postdoc position in Quantitative Ecology to join the Li lab. The lab focuses on investigating the impact of environmental changes, such as climate change and urbanization, on biodiversity and phenology of various taxonomic groups using field research and data science approaches. PhD students will receive guaranteed funding for up to 6 years, and there is no GRE requirement for admission. The application deadline for fall 2024 enrollment is January 30, 2024.
Summary Table:
| Designation | Research Area | Location |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Student | Quantitative Ecology | LSU, Baton Rouge, LA, USA |
| Postdoctoral Researcher | Quantitative Ecology | LSU, Baton Rouge, LA, USA |
Eligibility/Qualification: Applicants from various backgrounds, including biology, ecology, statistics, computer science, or related disciplines, are encouraged to apply. Applicants from under-served groups in STEM are especially encouraged. Preference will be given to students who have completed an M.S. degree.
Job Description:
- PhD Students: The successful candidates will work on research projects related to the impact of environmental changes on biodiversity and phenology. Students will have the opportunity to develop their own research projects within the lab’s research directions or propose new relevant research directions.
- Postdoc Position: The postdoc will be responsible for developing machine learning methods to extract phenological information from images, such as photographs uploaded to iNaturalist and digitized specimens. Additionally, they will build software to integrate existing phenological records from different networks into a central phenology database (PhenoBase).
The Li lab is known for being welcoming, inclusive, and supportive, situated within the Department of Biological Sciences and the Center for Computation & Technology at LSU.
How to Apply:
- Interested applicants for the PhD positions should submit their application packets by the deadline through the website: Application Link. Please contact Dr. Li via email (dli30@lsu.edu) with the subject header “PhD position fall 2024” to discuss possibilities before applying.
- Applicants interested in the postdoc position should apply through LSU’s job portal for more details.
In the email to Dr. Li, applicants should include a CV, a 1-2 pages cover letter with research interests and experiences, and a scientific writing example, if possible.
Last Date for Apply: The application deadline for PhD positions is January 30, 2024.
