Join Us!

We are always looking for passionate, curious, and collaborative researchers ans students who are driven to understand the complexities of ecological systems. Our lab is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment where every member can thrive both academically and professionally.

By joining or collaborating with our lab, all individuals agree to abide by our Code of Conduct. The document can be found at this link.

For Postdocs and Potential Collaborators

You can find announcements for postdoctoral positions in our ongoing projects here. Currently, we have no open positions. However, we are always open to collaborating with researchers whose interests align with our lab’s focus. If you are interested in developing a joint project or applying for external fellowships contact us with your CV and a statement of interest.

For Prospective Graduate Students

We welcome inquiries from motivated graduate students (MSc or PhD) interested in terrestrial ecology at the population or community level. To apply, please send your CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter outlining your research interests to us. We primarily consider academic standing (GPA), performance in ecology-related coursework, previous experience in ecological research. Proficiency in R programming is highly valued. Additionally, experience with GIS (Geographic Information Systems), readiness for fieldwork, and a valid driver’s license are significant advantages.

Note: Please be advised that we are not recruiting new graduate students for the upcoming academic semester.“

For Undergraduate Students

We welcome undergrad students. Announcements for undergraduate researcher or STAR fellowship positions within our projects can be found here. While there are no current openings, we encourage 2nd-year or higher undergraduate students who are eager to gain experience in ecology to participate in our field or lab work. The primary requirements are a genuine interest in ecology and a high level of commitment to assigned tasks and responsibilities.

For all positions, contact Dr. Didem Ambarlı (dambarli@metu.edu.tr)