A graduate research assistantship (M.S. or Ph.D.) is available for a student to work on a project that examines how the diversity of freshwater species influences the transport and fate of nanoparticles through a food web. The project is part of the new NSF/EPA funded Center for the Environmental Implications of Nanomaterials (CEIN), which brings together a team of engineers, medical doctors, and environmental scientists from several University of California campuses to study the biological impacts of nanomaterials from cells to ecosystems.
The student will help set-up and manage the proposed experiments, as well as develop their own thesis or dissertation topic to compliment the broader goals of the project. A background in ecology, environmental science, limnology, toxicology, or a related field is required. Experience working with freshwater organisms is preferred, but not required. UCSB is scenically located between the beach and mountains, and boasts a terrific quality of life. Top-notch research facilities are available, and interaction with faculty in the Institute for Computational Earth System Science, the Bren School of Environment, the Marine Science Institute, and the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis offers unparalleled opportunity for training that spans multiple disciplines and ecosystems. The assistantship offers a competitive stipend plus tuition and health insurance. Applications are due to the University of California-Santa Barbara’s Graduate Division (https://www.graddiv.ucsb.edu/eapp/) by December 15th. Pre-inquiries should be directed to … Dr. Bradley J. Cardinale Email: [email protected] http://www.lifesci.ucsb.edu/eemb/faculty/cardinale UCSB is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer
