We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic MSc and PhD students to join our lab! Our research focuses on a broad range of topics, including bird taxonomy, biogeography,  natural history, behavioral ecology, and conservation.

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Candidates must have a good background in ecology, behavioral ecology, and/or ornithology. Candidates with fieldwork experience are preferred, while good written, and oral communication skills are required. Positions are available through the graduate courses in Management and Conservation of Ecosystems at Federal University of Viçosa (MSc only – https://www.mcena.caf.ufv.br) and in Zoology at the Federal University of Minas Gerais (MSc and PhD – https://sites.icb.ufmg.br/pgzooufmg). Both graduate courses are free (no tuition fees!) and even foreign students can apply for a scholarship. Potential candidates should send an e-mail to leonardolopes@ufv.br describing their motivation for conducting studies in our Lab along with a CV.