Graduate Research opportunities in Ecohydrology and Biogeochemistry
(Master or PhD)
Department of Earth Sciences, Indiana University-Purdue University
Indianapolis (IUPUI)
The Ecohydrology and Biogeochemistry lab at IUPUI
seeks two motivated MS or PhD candidates working on ecohydrologic observations
(field based studies), modelling and/or water-nitrogen interactions starting in
Fall 2013. The essential question is how environmental changes influence water
and nutrient cycling in different ecosystems (more information please refer to
the group websitemypage.iu.edu/~lxwang/Lixin_Wang/Research.html).
Research experience in one or more of the following
areas is preferred: Biogeochemistry, Ecology, Isotope geochemistry, Soil Science
and Environmental Sciences. The knowledge and expertise in stable isotopes (2H,
18O and 15N) is desirable. Graduate study experience and published scientific
results are a plus.
IUPUI is Indiana's premier urban public
research university. In 2011, IUPUI ranked 3rd by U.S. News and World Report in
"Up-and-Coming National Universities." Indianapolis is a very livable city. The
department has a wide variety of analytical facilities including LGR and Picarro
water isotope analyzers, IRMS facility, wet chemistry lab suitable for a wide
range of soil, water and plant chemical analyses.
The support for the position(s) will be a
combination of teaching and research assistantships. To apply, please send a
copy of your application materials (statement of interest, resume, unofficial
transcripts and GRE score, TOEFL score (if applicable) and contact information
of three referees) to Dr. Lixin Wang (lxwang@iupui.edu). Review of applications will start immediately and
continue until the positions are filled. Please feel free to contact Dr. Lixin
Wang for additional information or questions. Information on the Earth Science
graduate program and the application procedure can be found
at
www.geology.iupui.edu/degree_programs/PHD_Program/index.htm