Prospective graduate students interested in joining my research group at Texas A&M University at Galveston (TAMUG) are encouraged to apply. I particularly welcome applicants with strong quantitative and programming backgrounds and an interest in climate adaptation, fisheries economics, and environmental policy.
How to reach me:
Email is the best first contact: scruz@tamu.edu.
Please include a brief introduction and the materials below:
- CV
- Unofficial transcript
- One-page statement describing your research interests, prior experience, and why you’re a fit
- Optional: a writing sample (e.g., thesis, paper, or report)
Postdocs: If you’re exploring postdoctoral opportunities, email me to discuss project fit and external/competitive fellowships. Competitively awarded postdoctoral fellowships are available through the university with applications due February 1, 2026.