Postdoc Positions in Quantitative Ecology: The College of Science’s Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University is offering exciting scholarship opportunities in the field of Quantitative Ecology. The Li lab (https://www.dlilab.com/) is seeking 1-2 PhD students and one postdoc to join their welcoming and inclusive research environment. With guaranteed funding for PhD students for up to 6 years, the lab focuses on investigating the impact of environmental changes on biodiversity and phenology using field research and data science approaches.
Summary Table:
| Position | Study Area | Research Focus |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Students (1-2) | Quantitative Ecology | Environmental changes, Biodiversity, Phenology |
| Postdoctoral Fellow | Quantitative Ecology | Machine learning, Phenological data extraction, Database integration |
Study Area: The scholarship positions are in the Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University, focusing on Quantitative Ecology with a specialization in investigating the effects of environmental changes on biodiversity and phenology.
Scholarship Description: Successful candidates will engage in research projects exploring the impact of climate change and urbanization on biodiversity and phenology across various taxonomic groups. The lab encourages new students to develop their own research projects aligned with these themes or explore new relevant research directions. The postdoc position specifically involves developing machine learning methods to extract phenological information from images and building software for integrating phenological records into a central database (PhenoBase).
Eligibility:
- PhD Students:
- Guaranteed funding for up to 6 years (3 years Teaching Assistantship, 3 years Research Assistantship).
- No GRE requirement for admission.
- Application packets for fall 2024 enrollment are due January 3rd, 2024.
- Applicants from diverse backgrounds, including biology, ecology, statistics, computer science, or related disciplines, are welcome.
- Preference given to students with an M.S. degree.
- Postdoctoral Fellow:
- Focus on machine learning methods and database integration.
- Applicants from various backgrounds in STEM are encouraged to apply.
- PhD degree required.
Required Documents: Prospective students should contact Dr. Li via email (c113041su.edu) with “PhD position fall 2024” or “Postdoc position” as the subject header. Include:
- CV
- 1-2 page cover letter with research interests and experiences
- Scientific writing example if possible
How to Apply: For application instructions, visit https://www.lsu.edu/science/biosci/programs/graduate/prospective-students.php.
Last Date: Application deadline for fall 2024 enrollment is 03 January 2024. Early applications are encouraged.
