The Vertebrate Ecology Lab, headed by Professor Lin Schwarzkopf, is located at the James Cook University campus in Townsville, Australia. Research in our lab focuses on the intersections between the ecology, evolution, and behavioral ecology of vertebrates.
Our lab currently hosts about 14 postgraduate students and collaborates with a variety of researchers and institutions worldwide. In conjunction with our students, we investigate a wide range of ecological and conservation questions using vertebrates, mostly reptiles and amphibians, as model organisms.
Our lab currently hosts about 14 postgraduate students and collaborates with a variety of researchers and institutions worldwide. In conjunction with our students, we investigate a wide range of ecological and conservation questions using vertebrates, mostly reptiles and amphibians, as model organisms.
Interested in Joining Us?PhD opportunities: Right now, we have a great PhD opportunity:
In conjunction with software engineers at Queensland University of Technology, we are studying frog acoustic communication. We are interested in the factors causing the development of chorusing and other group behaviors of frogs. We need an interested student, eligible for an Australian Postgraduate Award, or an International Postgraduate Research Scholarship, who has a strong quantitative background, and wishes to blaze new trails understanding Big Data associated with acoustic recording in natural environments. Please contact Lin if you are interested. Post-doctoral Opportunities: The Australian Research Council funds outstanding scholars to conduct research of their choice. Please contact Lin if you are interested in developing a proposal. You will require an outstanding publication record. 
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