Lab Head

I am always interested in hearing from motivated individuals with strong research ideas that align with the themes of plant functional ecology, tundra and coastal ecosystem change, and trait–environment interactions. Prospective applicants are encouraged to reach out with a clear statement of their interests and how they envision contributing to ongoing or emerging research directions in the TED Lab. I am happy to discuss potential avenues for joining the lab at NC State and to mentor candidates applying for competitive external funding.

Undergraduate students: I welcome inquiries from undergraduates interested in gaining research experience in plant and ecosystem ecology. Opportunities may include independent research projects or participation in ongoing experiments depending on timing and lab capacity. Interested students should contact me with a brief description of their interests and any relevant experience. When appropriate, I can help identify internal programs that support undergraduate research at NC State.

Graduate students (M.Sc. and Ph.D.): Prospective graduate students should reach out with a clear research idea and a description of how their interests intersect with current themes in the lab. While formal funded positions may be limited in a new and growing group, I am happy to discuss potential alignment and to advise strong candidates seeking external fellowships (for example the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program or similar opportunities). Applicants should include a CV and a short paragraph outlining potential research questions when contacting me.

Postdoctoral researchers: Postdoctoral opportunities depend on funding availability, but I welcome inquiries from individuals with strong quantitative skills and research interests that complement current work on plant traits, ecosystem functioning, or environmental-change experiments. Candidates interested in developing independent fellowship proposals are encouraged to contact me to discuss fit and feasibility. Please include a brief statement of research interests and a CV.