I am currently accepting PhD students.

I am interested in students whose research interests generally overlap with mine. My lab is solely a computing lab but it is possible to do a joint field- and theoretical-based project. Strong computing, mathematical and statistical skills are preferred, however a willingness to learn simulation techniques is required. I am not fussy about the organism or ecosystem of interest. I am more inclined to accept students who are question driven and have a desire to apply scientific concepts to solve conservation problems, than students who are interested in pursuing conservation biology predominantly to save their favorite species.

As most graduate advisors, I particularly like mentoring hard-working, focused individuals. In this sense, I am selective about who works with me. If you are interested, please contact me regarding your interest via email. Please be prepared to send me a written letter briefly describing your goals and experience, your quantitative and computing skills, and your CV (resume).

You can find more information about the Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology Graduate Program at the University of California Riverside here: http://biology.ucr.edu/academic_programs/grad.html