We seek an enthusiastic and motivated student with expertise in biogeochemistry, soil science, catchment hydrology or related fields with a focus on exploring the biogeochemical linkages between terrestrial and aquatic systems during extreme climate events. The student’s dissertation research will utilize an advanced in-situ riparian soil and stream monitoring network to develop and address fundamental research questions regarding environmental controls on nutrient (P, N, Fe) and carbon efflux from landscape to streams in forested and agricultural catchments of the Lake Champlain Basin. Basic dissertation research questions will focus on the drivers of the response of soil and stream water quality to extreme events, such as antecedent conditions, phenology, and event severity, and how these manifest in systems that differ in riparian zone configuration (e.g., poor- vs. well-drained riparian soils) in forested and agricultural catchments.
Qualifications: Previous experiences working with in-situ sensors in soils and/or streams are desirable, and enthusiasm and physical capability to conduct field intensive research across a range of weather conditions are required. MS research experiences studying nutrient/carbon dynamics in forested and/or agricultural riparian soils and/or catchments are also preferable. This position comes with a research assistantship that is renewable through May 2021. The position will begin on June 1, 2017, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Please contact Carol Adair (carol.ad...@uvm.edu) for more information. To apply: please send CV, names and contact information for three references, and a cover letter outlining research interests, expertise and availability to eps...@uvm.edu and reference Position ID GRA#001. http://epscor.w3.uvm.edu/2/node/3222
