[ES_JOBS_NET] PhD position in air pollution modeling at George Mason University

[Lucas RF Henneman]

Hello,

I’m seeking a PhD student to work on a Health Effects Institute-funded grant starting this fall. This is an excellent opportunity to work on an exciting project and live near Washington DC. The full job ad is pasted below:

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Infrastructure Engineering (CEIE) at George Mason in Fairfax, VA (near Washington, DC) is seeking a PhD student to work in the lab of Dr. Lucas Henneman. Dr. Henneman’s group specializes in ambient air pollution and its implications on public health and equity. More information on Dr. Henneman's research can be found here: www.lucashenneman.com<http://www.lucashenneman.com>

The research project is an exciting collaboration between engineers and public health scientists. The student will focus on the development, evaluation, and application of air quality models to identify important air pollution sources. They will work with collaborators to link the findings to historical public health data. The research project that the student will work on has been funded by the Health Effects Institute (for details, see HEI’s announcement<https://www.healtheffects.org/announcements/walter-rosenblith-new-investigator-2021-announced>). The student will have the opportunity to work with leading scholars on issues of environmental health and equity.

Qualifications: The candidate must have a strong background in engineering, with experience in atmospheric studies preferred. The strongest applicants will have a background in engineering and strong analytical/coding skills (e.g., R, Python, and/or Fortran). Dr. Henneman is looking for a stellar communicator.

Start Date: Fall 2021 or Spring 2022. The review of applications will begin imediately and continue until a qualified candidate is found.

Location: CEIE is a vibrant and fast-growing department that offers MS and PhD programs, in addition to an ABET-accredited BS degree. During the last 5 years, the department has experienced tremendous growth in new research awards and enrollment in the PhD program. Total enrollment across all degrees in CEIE has increased to 400 students. The Volgenau School of Engineering is committed to significant investment in expansion of the department faculty and to double the current size within 5-10 years with a focus on research excellence. The department has an enviable and strong relationship with industry and nearby federal agencies. Further information about the department can be found on its web site at http://www.civil.gmu.edu/.

Description: The assistantship will include tuition coverage, benefits, and a stipend.

Program: The student will matriculate through the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Infrastructure Engineering. More information on the department and degree requirements can be found here: https://catalog.gmu.edu/colleges-schools/engineering/civil-environmental-infrastructure/civil-infrastructure-engineering-phd/#admissionspoliciestext

Interested students should email Dr. Henneman at lhennem at gmu.edu<mailto:lhennem at gmu.edu> with the following information:
1) a cover letter explaining research experience and career goals and how these align with Dr. Henneman’s research
2) a CV or resume
3) contact information for three references


Lucas

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Lucas R.F. Henneman, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering
Sid and Reva Dewberry Dept. of Civil, Environmental, & Infrastructure Engineering
George Mason University

4400 University Drive, MS-6C1
Fairfax, VA 22030
Office: ENGR 2233
www.lucashenneman.org<http://www.lucashenneman.org>
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