Current Openings:
Ph.D. Student Opening in the Blaszczak Watershed and Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Nevada Reno
The Blaszczak Watershed Biogeochemistry and Stream Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is looking for a Ph.D. student to join the lab. The Ph.D. student will be funded by the National Science Foundation with collaborators from the University of Utah and CSU San Marcos to collect field data and develop models to understand and predict cyanotoxin production by cyanobacteria in rivers in northern California, Nevada, and Utah (read more here). This is a highly collaborative project and the student can expect to work with other graduate students and technicians as well as an interdisciplinary group of stakeholders. The Ph.D. student will ideally start the position in June 2023 to collect preliminary data in northern California before the start of the Fall 2023 semester.
The ideal candidate for the position has previous research (lab and/or field) and data analysis experience (e.g. R, statistics coursework), is self-motivated, diligent, and has a strong interest in being a part of a collaborative team. See the Opportunities tab on the Blaszczak lab website for more details. Our lab strives to maintain a inclusive environment and welcomes all applicants regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender-identity, physical ability, or socio-economic status.
If interested, please provide the following information at this link by October 31st, 2022: 1) a brief (one-page) motivation letter outlining your scientific interests and how you fit this specific position, (2) your resume/CV, and (3) unofficial transcripts. Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Joanna Blaszczak at jblaszczak@unr.edu with any questions!
UNR Graduate Program Information:
Successful applicants will join one of the following Ph.D. programs at UNR: Natural Resources and Environmental Science (NRES), Graduate Program in Hydrologic Sciences (GPHS), or Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Biology (EECB). 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 Watershed Biogeochemistry and Stream Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is looking for a Ph.D. student to join the lab. The Ph.D. student will be funded by the National Science Foundation with collaborators from the University of Utah and CSU San Marcos to collect field data and develop models to understand and predict cyanotoxin production by cyanobacteria in rivers in northern California, Nevada, and Utah (read more here). This is a highly collaborative project and the student can expect to work with other graduate students and technicians as well as an interdisciplinary group of stakeholders. The Ph.D. student will ideally start the position in June 2023 to collect preliminary data in northern California before the start of the Fall 2023 semester.
The ideal candidate for the position has previous research (lab and/or field) and data analysis experience (e.g. R, statistics coursework), is self-motivated, diligent, and has a strong interest in being a part of a collaborative team. See the Opportunities tab on the Blaszczak lab website for more details. Our lab strives to maintain a inclusive environment and welcomes all applicants regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender-identity, physical ability, or socio-economic status.
If interested, please provide the following information at this link by October 31st, 2022: 1) a brief (one-page) motivation letter outlining your scientific interests and how you fit this specific position, (2) your resume/CV, and (3) unofficial transcripts. Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Joanna Blaszczak at jblaszczak@unr.edu with any questions!
UNR Graduate Program Information:
Successful applicants will join one of the following Ph.D. programs at UNR: Natural Resources and Environmental Science (NRES), Graduate Program in Hydrologic Sciences (GPHS), or Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Biology (EECB). 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.
Field and Lab Technician Opening in the Blaszczak Watershed and Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Nevada Reno
We have an opening for a paid field and lab technician at the Blaszczak Watershed and Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Nevada Reno. This position is funded for approximately three years starting as early as January 2023, but the technician can start as late as June 2023 if needed. The technician will assist PhD students and a postdoc with projects investigating cyanotoxin production in rivers in northern California, Nevada, and Utah (read more here).
In collaboration with graduate students, a postdoc, and under the general direction of the PI, the technician will provide support for field projects and laboratory research. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
The annual salary for this position is $35,000. The technician will have their housing at the Angelo Coast Range Reserve field station and research-related travel expenses covered for the summer and early fall in northern California. The technician will be based out of Reno, Nevada for the remainder of the year. The ideal candidate for the position has previous research (lab and/or field) and data analysis experience (e.g. R, statistics coursework) and has a strong interest in being a part of a collaborative team. This position is ideal for candidates seeking post-baccalaureate research experience.
Our lab strives to maintain a inclusive environment and welcomes all applicants regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender-identity, physical ability, or socio-economic status.
If interested, please provide the following information at this link: 1) a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and availability, 2) a resume or CV with names & contact information of 2 references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but priority will be given to those who apply before the end of December 2022. Feel free to reach out to Dr. Joanna Blaszczak at jblaszczak@unr.edu with any questions!
We have an opening for a paid field and lab technician at the Blaszczak Watershed and Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Nevada Reno. This position is funded for approximately three years starting as early as January 2023, but the technician can start as late as June 2023 if needed. The technician will assist PhD students and a postdoc with projects investigating cyanotoxin production in rivers in northern California, Nevada, and Utah (read more here).
In collaboration with graduate students, a postdoc, and under the general direction of the PI, the technician will provide support for field projects and laboratory research. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Sampling a range of aquatic environments from wadeable streams, rivers, and boat accessible lake shorelines for water, sediment, and benthic (streambed) biofilm samples
- Aquatic sensor (e.g., miniDOTs) maintenance and data processing
- Conducting field work in a wide range of weather conditions at local and regional sites with potential for occasional overnight camping at field sites
- Assisting with the set-up, takedown, and maintenance of experiments
- Oversee preparation of samples for chemical analyses, including filtering, drying, grinding, and weighing samples.
- Analysis of water samples for nutrient and ion concentrations
- Analysis of benthic mat samples for anatoxins, chlorophyll-a, organic matter
- Identification of algae and and cyanobacteria in benthic mat samples
- Maintain lab research databases and laboratory records, including interfacing with collaborators
- Ensure the proper ordering of inventory and supplies and maintain orderliness of the research lab.
- Ensure all laboratory protocols and procedures adhere to chemical and general safety requirements.
- Coordinate undergraduate student assistance and ensure they have taken proper lab safety training courses. Curate and manage undergraduate schedules in the lab, and oversee undergraduate research protocols.
- Perform data entry and summarize data using computer spreadsheets and technical software (e.g., R).
The annual salary for this position is $35,000. The technician will have their housing at the Angelo Coast Range Reserve field station and research-related travel expenses covered for the summer and early fall in northern California. The technician will be based out of Reno, Nevada for the remainder of the year. The ideal candidate for the position has previous research (lab and/or field) and data analysis experience (e.g. R, statistics coursework) and has a strong interest in being a part of a collaborative team. This position is ideal for candidates seeking post-baccalaureate research experience.
Our lab strives to maintain a inclusive environment and welcomes all applicants regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender-identity, physical ability, or socio-economic status.
If interested, please provide the following information at this link: 1) a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and availability, 2) a resume or CV with names & contact information of 2 references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but priority will be given to those who apply before the end of December 2022. Feel free to reach out to Dr. Joanna Blaszczak at jblaszczak@unr.edu with any questions!
