We seek a motivated PhD candidate to address the potential impacts of climate change on crop pollination in Canterbury, New Zealand. By studying the distribution and composition of semi-natural habitats (SNHs) and their associated insect pollinators, the PhD candidate will develop strategies to enhance crop resilience.
Research Objectives:
Map the current distribution and composition of SNHs and assess their pollination services.
Predict future distributions and species composition under climate change.
Design optimal crop-SNH mixes to maximize future crop yields.
By understanding the current state of SNHs and predicting future trends, the PhD candidate could provide farmers with practical guidelines to enhance pollination services and ensure the long-term sustainability of Canterbury's agricultural landscape.
Supervisors
Supervisor: Hazel Chapman
Does the project come with funding
Yes: Scholarship with stipend and fees
Key qualifications/skills/knowledge/tools required by a suitable student
We are seeking a PhD candidate with experience in ecology, agriculture, and species distribution modelling.
Final date for receiving applications
Ongoing - Start date 1 July 2025.
How to apply
Apply at the following page https://www.foodtransitions2050.ac.nz/available-phd-positions
Keywords
Pollination; climate change
