One to two, funded PhD or Master’s student positions are available in Dr. Heather Sander’s lab in the Department of Geographical and Sustainability Sciences at the University of Iowa. Students would begin studies in the Fall of 2019.
Dr. Sander’s lab conducts research aimed at better understanding urban social-ecological systems. This research centers on identifying relationships among urban forests, human well-being, and biodiversity. Specific projects focus on identifying patterns and processes in urban forest development, wildlife ecology, and ecosystem services and amenities related to vegetation and green space. While research topics are somewhat flexible, students are particularly sought for an urban wildlife ecology project that aims to identify relationships between urban forest structure and composition and the distribution of urban mesopredators and song birds. Previous field ecology, GIS, and statistical training and experience is desirable. Interested students should contact Dr. Heather Sander via email ([email protected]) prior to applying. That email should include a curriculum vitae, GPA, GRE scores, and a brief statement of experience and research and career interests. Information on the department’s graduate programs and application process is available at https://clas.uiowa.edu/geography/graduate-program.
