I am seeking an outstanding student to pursue a graduate degree at either the MS or PhD level in watershed sciences. The student will conduct intensive water quality sampling in Southwest Louisiana over a period of 20 months. The goal of the research is to assess transfer and environmental fate of nutrients and metals released to coastal rivers and estuaries.
Minimal qualifications include a background in water quality or a similar discipline (e.g. hydrology, soil science, environmental chemistry, environmental toxicology, etc.). A strong work ethic, strong academic record, evidence of excellent writing and quantitative skills, and the ability to work both as part of a team and independently are critical. The student must possess a valid U.S. driver's license. Interested candidates should send an email describing their motivation and research interests, along with a resume, unofficial college transcripts, GRE scores, and the names and contact information for three references to: [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Start date is expected to be in the spring semester of 2014. Qualified candidates will be contacted and encouraged to apply to the graduate program in Renewable Natural Resources (http://www.rnr.lsu.edu/academics/grad/graduate.htm). Y. Jun Xu School of Renewable Natural Resources, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA http://www.rnr.lsu.edu/people/xu/default.htm
