[ES_JOBS_NET] 2 Graduate Student Positions (1 MS, 1 PhD) in Mountain Hydrology focused on Snowmelt - University of Wyoming

[Ryan Webb]

The Mountain Hydrology Research group at the University of Wyoming is hiring 1 Ph.D. student and 1 M.S. to start in Fall of 2025 for an NSF funded project. The successful applicants will become research assistants (RAs) on the topic of melt dynamics in mountain snowpacks. The research will build on previous research of liquid water flow through snow and hillslope runoff processes. This project includes components that welcome applicants from a variety of scientific backgrounds including, but not limited to: hydrology, snow science, soil physics, geophysics, remote sensing, and analysis of large datasets. Skills in programming (R, Matlab, or Python), GIS, and experience with winter fieldwork in mountain environments are highly desirable.
The RAs will be part of the Mountain Hydrology Research group led by Dr. Ryan Webb (www.webbhydrology.weebly.com<http://www.webbhydrology.weebly.com/>). The Ph.D. student will have the option to also be part of the Interdisciplinary Program in Hydrologic Sciences program at the University of Wyoming (http://www.uwyo.edu/wrese/index.html).
Desired Qualifications and Skillsets:

  *   Experience conducting fieldwork in remote mountain environments Experience with snow science (research or recreationally) Ability to work independently Effective communication (oral and written) Experience with GIS software

This RA positions includes tuition/fee coverage, health insurance, along with a stipend. See here for more detailed information (http://www.uwyo.edu/research/proposal-development/proposal-tool-kit/graduate-assistantships.html).
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a single PDF that includes 1) a cover letter outlining which position you are applying for, your research interests, and relevant experience/skills, 2) a copy of your CV or resume, and 3) contact information for 2-3 professional references. Send this single pdf to ryan.webb at uwyo.edu<mailto:ryan.webb at uwyo.edu> with the subject line "Student Application". Applications will be reviewed starting January 1, 2025.
Members of underrepresented groups in STEM fields are encouraged to apply. Please not that UW requires GRE and TOEFL scores for international students. Please include these scores in your CV, if applicable.
Please reach out to Ryan Webb (ryan.webb at uwyo.edu<mailto:ryan.webb at uwyo.edu> if you are interested or if you have any questions!
Hiring Statement:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. The Division of Communication Disorders’ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement can be found here: http://www.uwyo.edu/comdis/_files/docs/division-dei-statement-.pdf
About UW and Laramie:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
Ryan Webb
Assistant Professor
Civil Engineering
University of Wyoming

WebbHydrology.weebly.com<https://webbhydrology.weebly.com/>
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