A PhD position will be available beginning spring/summer 2015 with Dr. Amy Marcarelli at Michigan Technological University to study the balance between nitrogen fixation and denitrification across a range of reactive N concentrations in streams across the United States. Study sites will coincide with a subset of NEON/STREON network sites from Puerto Rico to Alaska. This student will also be expected to implement new analytical techniques for measuring net N2 flux in the field and lab, with initial fieldwork in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and southeast Idaho. This position will be supported primarily as a research assistantship with funds from the National Science Foundation, but teaching opportunities are also available in the Department of Biological Sciences at Michigan Tech. An M.S. in aquatic ecology or related discipline is preferred; substantial research and/or prior publication experience will be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree. All candidates must be highly motivated, work well with a team as well as independently, have skills and interest in analytical chemistry, and be willing to conduct research in a range of field settings. Desired qualifications also include excellent academic record, field experience in aquatic ecosystems, a good quantitative background (including statistics), and strong writing and computing skills. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Marcarelli ([email protected], 906‐487‐2867). More information on the Marcarelli lab can be found at http://marcarelli‐lab.bio.mtu.edu/ <http://xn--marcarellilab-km6g.bio.mtu.edu/>. Details on Michigan Tech, the Department of Biological Sciences, and the application procedure can be found at http://www.mtu.edu/biological/. The position will be open until filled, but applicants should contact Dr. Marcarelli by February 15, 2015 for full consideration.
-- -- Amy Marcarelli Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences Michigan Technological University 1400 Townsend Dr., Dow 740 Houghton, MI 49931 Phone: 906-487-2867 [email protected] http://www.bio.mtu.edu/faculty/Marcarelli.htm
