Join the lab
If you’re curious about what microbes do in soils and around plant roots (or frankly, just what microbes do), we’d like to hear from you.
We welcome inquiries from people with a wide range of backgrounds, including those looking for their first research experience.
We value curiosity, motivation, and a willingness to learn across disciplines and work collaboratively. In the lab, you’ll have opportunities to contribute to ongoing research, develop questions of your own, and build skills for the career you want to pursue.
Prospective students, postdoctoral researchers, and collaborators may contact Rei at rea5465@psu.edu.
The Alcalde Lab expects to recruit two PhD students to begin in Fall 2027. If you’re interested in joining the lab, please email Rei with a brief introduction, a few sentences about what interests you in our research, and your CV. For fall admission, apply by December 15 for full financial consideration. The final application deadline is March 15.How to apply at Penn State
We welcome inquiries from prospective postdoctoral researchers interested in developing fellowship applications with us or joining the lab with independent funding. We do not currently have a funded postdoctoral opening, but future opportunities will be posted here.
We are always interested in hearing from curious and motivated Penn State undergraduates seeking hands-on research experience.