My research group will investigate how hydrologic processes, climate variability, and land‑use change shape freshwater biodiversity, with a particular focus on intermittent and non‑perennial streams. Our work integrates biodiversity assessment with field and laboratory methods such as environmental DNA (eDNA), ecohydrological and watershed modeling such as SWAT plus, and data analysis/machine learning using R/Python and GIS.
We are actively recruiting! I am seeking motivated PhD and Master’s students interested in interdisciplinary research at the interface of hydrology and freshwater ecology. I have opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate as well!
I am especially eager to work with students who are curious, collaborative, and enthusiastic about developing diverse skill sets across fieldwork, lab techniques, and statistical analysis. Prior experience in all methods is not required — strong interest, initiative, and willingness to learn are most important.
If you are passionate about freshwater ecosystems and ecohydrology, and excited to use tools such as eDNA, field experiments, and modeling to study how hydrologic and climatic processes influence biodiversity, I would love to hear from you. I’m happy to have informal conversations to discuss research interests and opportunities.
To apply, please send your resume to schattop@txstate.edu with a subject line Prospective candidate for freshwater ecohydrology.
