Research can encompass invasive species, host plant resistance, biological control, tri-trophic interactions and urban forestry. Projects conducted support development of diagnostic mobile apps and decision making tools that promote sustainable design, maintenance and production of plants in urban landscapes.
Ideal students should be highly enthusiastic and interested in working at the interface of ecology, entomology, and a plant science discipline (urban forestry, horticulture) Position comes with an annual stipend starting at $20,600, full tuition waiver, and benefits package including health insurance. Preferred start date is Spring 2017, although this may be flexible depending on the circumstances (Summer 2017 is a possibility). For additional information visit the following websites: Landscape Entomology Lab: https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/landscapelab/ Purdue Entomology: http://www.entm.purdue.edu Interested individuals should send an email to Cliff Sadof [email protected] to discuss their background, qualifications, and research interests. Please provide a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts and GRE scores (unofficial are fine), and contact information for at least 3 references.
