Plant-animal interactions, pollinator foraging, insect biodiversity University of North Texas in United States

MS/PhD position in pollinator community ecology & conservationSeeking a MS or PhD trainee to begin fall 2025. The Lichtenberg Lab combines community and behavioral ecology to study plant-animal interactions, pollinator foraging and insect biodiversity. We are particularly interested in how land use change and land management practices affect these phenomena. This student will join a project investigating impacts of livestock grazing on pollinators and plants, and plant-pollinator interactions in grasslands. They will also participate in determining conservation status of Texas native bees. The trainee will be funded through a combination of RAship and TAing, including summer salary and a tuition scholarship. The lab is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment to trainees from diverse backgrounds. More details at https://lnkd.in/gQm8EuPi.Application: Please contact Dr. Elinor Lichtenberg ([email protected]) before applying. Send your CV, information on relevant experiences, the kinds of questions you are interested in, and unofficial transcripts. Dr. Lichtenberg participates in UNT's Biology (https://lnkd.in/gXcbH8yb) and Environmental Science (https://lnkd.in/gwbSem6B) graduate programs.The University of North Texas is a R1 university located in Denton, near Dallas and Fort Worth. We are a Minority Serving Institution, a Hispanic Serving Institution and a Bee Campus. Department of Biological Sciences researchers study diverse topics, including conservation, sustainable production of plant-based materials, environmental education, remote sensing and neuroscience. The Lichtenberg Lab participates in the Advanced Environmental Research Institute, an interdisciplinary team that seeks to find solutions to pressing environmental issues. Denton is a vibrant college town known for its live music, and was ranked No. 1 Best Small Town in America. North Texas offers many opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, bird watching, wildflower viewing and horseback riding. Dallas and Fort Worth provide additional attractions, including museums, theater, restaurants and pro sports.…more