Summary
Nathan Jud is an associate professor and paleobotanist with over a decade of research and teaching experience focused on plant evolution, biogeography, and paleoclimate. He combines classroom curriculum design and mentorship with hands-on research—from museum fellowships at the Smithsonian to postdoctoral studies across the Americas—producing peer-reviewed work and presenting internationally. Skilled in R coding, data analysis, and technical writing, he builds reproducible workflows that support both student training and long-term projects. Based in Kansas City, he has developed and led internship and mentorship programs that bridge academic research and museum collections, reflecting a talent for translating deep paleobotanical expertise into classroom and public-facing science.
8 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer
High School, High School at Finneytown High School
Bachelor’s Degree, Environmental and Plant Biology, Bachelor’s Degree, Environmental and Plant Biology at Ohio University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Biology/Biological Sciences, General at University of Maryland
English, Spanish