PhD Assistantship (Fall 2026) - Bat Monitoring and Movements
University of Connecticut (State) | https://tracyrittenhouse.weebly.com/
Description
Description: The goal of this research project is to enhance monitoring efforts for bats within exurban forests through the northeast region of the United States. This project will include many planning meetings with biologists from the National Park Service and from state wildlife agencies, as well as, foresters and private forest landowners. The student will be required to complete acoustic monitoring surveys based on the information needs of managers throughout the region. Dissertation research will likely include local efforts to track bats using telemetry or motus tags. The student will be advised by Dr. Tracy Rittenhouse within the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of Connecticut.
Compensation: at least 1 semester of Research Assistantship per year, opportunities for Teaching Assistantships, and tuition waver & health benefits.
Compensation: at least 1 semester of Research Assistantship per year, opportunities for Teaching Assistantships, and tuition waver & health benefits.
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