CURRENT ADVERTISEMENTS:
1. The Blaszczak lab is searching for 1-2 postdoctoral research associates as part of a broader search for 12 postdocs across the University of Wyoming, the University of Montana, and UNR for a recently funded EPSCoR project entitled "Creating Explanatory, Process-Based Models to Harness the Data Revolution in the Life Sciences". Find out more information here: https://microcollaborative.atlassian.net/l/c/yy2xSd8P and contact Joanna if you're interested in the position!
2. The Blaszczak Watershed and Stream Ecosystem Ecology Lab is searching for an undergraduate student worker research assistant at the University of Nevada Reno to help with a study investigating continental-scale dynamics in the ecology of non-perennial streams (streams which go dry for some part of the year). This student will be expected to work with Dr. Blaszczak to download and process relevant data from the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) data portal online (https://www.neonscience.org/) and other online sources. They will also have the opportunity to work with Dr. DelVecchia at Duke University and Dr. Zimmer at the University of California Santa Cruz. This work can be accomplished remotely and the majority of meetings will be over zoom. However, depending on the interests of the student, there will be occasional opportunities to assist with field work. No previous experience is necessary. APPLY HERE!
1. The Blaszczak lab is searching for 1-2 postdoctoral research associates as part of a broader search for 12 postdocs across the University of Wyoming, the University of Montana, and UNR for a recently funded EPSCoR project entitled "Creating Explanatory, Process-Based Models to Harness the Data Revolution in the Life Sciences". Find out more information here: https://microcollaborative.atlassian.net/l/c/yy2xSd8P and contact Joanna if you're interested in the position!
2. The Blaszczak Watershed and Stream Ecosystem Ecology Lab is searching for an undergraduate student worker research assistant at the University of Nevada Reno to help with a study investigating continental-scale dynamics in the ecology of non-perennial streams (streams which go dry for some part of the year). This student will be expected to work with Dr. Blaszczak to download and process relevant data from the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) data portal online (https://www.neonscience.org/) and other online sources. They will also have the opportunity to work with Dr. DelVecchia at Duke University and Dr. Zimmer at the University of California Santa Cruz. This work can be accomplished remotely and the majority of meetings will be over zoom. However, depending on the interests of the student, there will be occasional opportunities to assist with field work. No previous experience is necessary. APPLY HERE!
OLD ADVERTISEMENTS:
The Blaszczak Watershed Biogeochemistry and Stream Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is hiring 1-2 graduate students (Ph.D. or M.S.) to join the lab beginning the fall of 2020!
The Blaszczak Lab studies the transport and transformation of nutrients, carbon, and contaminants through watersheds and the streams that drain them. We use a combination of field, laboratory, and modeling approaches to understand controls on water quality, ecosystem function, and greenhouse gas emissions from aquatic ecosystems draining human-dominated landscapes.
Potential research topics include (but are not limited to):
(1) Effects of freshwater salinization on the capacity of rivers to retain and transform nutrients, carbon, and contaminants
(2) Impacts of watershed urbanization on aquatic ecosystem function (specifically in drylands)
(3) Spatial and temporal dynamics of microplastic delivery to freshwater ecosystems
(4) Development of process-based models of aquatic ecosystem energetics
The ideal candidate for the position has previous research (lab and/or field) and data analysis experience (e.g. R, statistics coursework), is highly self-motivated, and has a strong interest in being a part of a collaborative team. While field work can be a major component of a project, candidates of all physical abilities are encouraged to apply. See the Opportunities tab on the Blaszczak website for more details.
If interested, please contact Dr. Joanna Blaszczak at jblaszczak@unr.edu by November 15th, 2019 with the following as attachments: (1) A one-page cover letter briefly describing your interest in the position and your program and degree of choice, (2) your resume/CV including contact information for at least two professional references, and (3) unofficial transcripts. Complete applications to graduate programs must be received by UNR by December 15th.
UNR Graduate Program Information:
Candidates interested in a Ph.D. will have the choice of joining either the Graduate Program in Hydrologic Sciences (GPHS) or the Environmental Science Graduate Program. Candidates interested in a M.S. will have the choice of joining either GPHS or the Natural Resources and Environmental Science (NRES) program (Plan A only). These programs are part of the UNR Graduate School and students are encouraged to read through the program specific and graduate school websites for more information about eligibility, admissions, and life in Reno. Graduate students would be part of the NRES department which has faculty with a diverse set of expertise that would enrich the student’s experience.
UNR is a Carnegie classified R1 institution with a wonderful community of scientists interested in freshwater ecology and water resource management (e.g. UNR Global Water Center). Reno is at the base of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains with incredible access to outdoor recreational activities including skiing, climbing, hiking, and mountain biking. We are ~45 minutes from Lake Tahoe, 3 hours from Yosemite National Park, and 3.5 hours from San Francisco. Reno also has a diverse artistic and cultural community with much to offer.
The Blaszczak Lab studies the transport and transformation of nutrients, carbon, and contaminants through watersheds and the streams that drain them. We use a combination of field, laboratory, and modeling approaches to understand controls on water quality, ecosystem function, and greenhouse gas emissions from aquatic ecosystems draining human-dominated landscapes.
Potential research topics include (but are not limited to):
(1) Effects of freshwater salinization on the capacity of rivers to retain and transform nutrients, carbon, and contaminants
(2) Impacts of watershed urbanization on aquatic ecosystem function (specifically in drylands)
(3) Spatial and temporal dynamics of microplastic delivery to freshwater ecosystems
(4) Development of process-based models of aquatic ecosystem energetics
The ideal candidate for the position has previous research (lab and/or field) and data analysis experience (e.g. R, statistics coursework), is highly self-motivated, and has a strong interest in being a part of a collaborative team. While field work can be a major component of a project, candidates of all physical abilities are encouraged to apply. See the Opportunities tab on the Blaszczak website for more details.
If interested, please contact Dr. Joanna Blaszczak at jblaszczak@unr.edu by November 15th, 2019 with the following as attachments: (1) A one-page cover letter briefly describing your interest in the position and your program and degree of choice, (2) your resume/CV including contact information for at least two professional references, and (3) unofficial transcripts. Complete applications to graduate programs must be received by UNR by December 15th.
UNR Graduate Program Information:
Candidates interested in a Ph.D. will have the choice of joining either the Graduate Program in Hydrologic Sciences (GPHS) or the Environmental Science Graduate Program. Candidates interested in a M.S. will have the choice of joining either GPHS or the Natural Resources and Environmental Science (NRES) program (Plan A only). These programs are part of the UNR Graduate School and students are encouraged to read through the program specific and graduate school websites for more information about eligibility, admissions, and life in Reno. Graduate students would be part of the NRES department which has faculty with a diverse set of expertise that would enrich the student’s experience.
UNR is a Carnegie classified R1 institution with a wonderful community of scientists interested in freshwater ecology and water resource management (e.g. UNR Global Water Center). Reno is at the base of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains with incredible access to outdoor recreational activities including skiing, climbing, hiking, and mountain biking. We are ~45 minutes from Lake Tahoe, 3 hours from Yosemite National Park, and 3.5 hours from San Francisco. Reno also has a diverse artistic and cultural community with much to offer.
Yosemite Creek, Yosemite National Park, CA (Summer 2016)
