<div dir="ltr"><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0cm;text-align:center;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">PhD opportunity in the Brahney Lab at Utah State University</span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:12pt;line-height:106%;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><a href="https://janicebrahney.weebly.com/">https://janicebrahney.weebly.com/</a></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Project:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> The ecology and
composition of particulates in canopy flow paths</span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">            The
Environmental Biogeochemistry Lab at Utah State University is seeking
a PhD candidate to examine the composition of particulate deposition and
how they are modified through forest canopies. Approximately 40% of the North
American continent and 1/3 of the global land surface will influence deposition
composition through canopy interception, which affects the water quality
available to humans and ecosystems and influences biogeochemical cycling at the
micro and macro scale. The student will have the opportunity to collaborate
with post-docs and other graduate students working on closely related projects.
Wide latitude in approach and methods will be extended to the successful
candidate. </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Qualifications</span></b><span lang="EN-US"></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The student(s) must have completed an MSc by
the start date and have a strong interest and background in one or some of the
following subjects: biogeochemistry, hydrology, water quality, and/or ecosystem
ecology. Minimum academic requirements include a 3.2 GPA. Students with
experience in biogeochemistry and related fields, strong communication skills,
and experience with R, Matlab, or Python are preferred. </span><span lang="EN-US"></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">How to Apply</span></b><span lang="EN-US"></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Please send 1) a letter describing your
background, interest in the research area specifically addressing how you
anticipate contributing to the project goals, and your educational and career
goals, 2) your unofficial transcript, and 3) a CV that includes your GRE scores
and the names and contact information for three references to </span><span lang="EN-US" style="color:black"><a href="mailto:Janice.brahney@usu.edu" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Janice.brahney@usu.edu</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">. The start date is August
2023. The position will remain open until filled. </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">About Logan and Utah State
University</span></b><span lang="EN-US"></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Utah State University is located in the city
of Logan, Utah, a town with approximately 50,000 residents. Situated in a
valley between the Wellsville and Bear River mountain ranges, Logan offers
numerous opportunities for outdoor activities including local ski resorts,
biking, and hiking trails. Logan is just a short drive to Salt Lake City, as
well as many National Parks, Monuments, and Conservation Areas. The low cost of
living makes this area an attractive place to live, play, and work.</span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:106%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><strong><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(51,135,162);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Housing Costs</span></strong><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(82,82,82)"><br>
</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:rgb(51,51,51);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">The cost of living in Logan, UT is affordable but like everywhere
prices are increasing. The Watershed Science Department is working towards
increasing student pay substantively to keep up with inflation. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.forbes.com/places/ut/logan/" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(166,166,166);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Forbes</span></a><span style="color:rgb(51,51,51);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"> lists the cost of living in Logan at 6% below
the national average. “Housing in Logan varies by quality and price. </span><a href="https://www.collegefactual.com/colleges/utah-state-university/paying-for-college/room-and-board/" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(166,166,166);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">College Factual</span></a><span style="color:rgb(51,51,51);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"> estimates the average cost for
housing in Logan, Utah is $2,160 for the academic year. </span><a href="https://www.usu.edu/housing/rates/index" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(166,166,166);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">On-Campus housing</span></a><span style="color:rgb(51,51,51);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"> ranges from $1,000 to $4,000 per
semester, with utilities included. Off-campus housing can be as low as $250 per
month or $2,250 for the academic year. Off-Campus housing usually does not
include utilities, and this can cost an extra $100 per month, per person.
Off-Campus housing may also require a deposit upon signing of a housing
contract. Typically, the deposit is the amount of one month's rent, and the
deposit may be returned upon moving out of the housing unit. </span><span style="color:rgb(82,82,82);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">“</span><span style="color:rgb(82,82,82)"><br>
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</span><strong><span style="color:rgb(218,68,68);background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Recreation</span></strong><span style="color:rgb(82,82,82)"><br>
<span style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Logan, Utah is situated at the foot of the
picturesque and easily accessible Bear River Mountain Range, just across from
the rugged Wellsville Mountains, about 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. Logan
is consistently ranked among the safest small cities in America, and
outstanding recreational opportunities abound in the nearby mountains. We are
also just a few hours away from the red rock country of southern Utah, the wild
Uinta and Wind River ranges, the Grand Tetons, and Yellowstone. The view
outside our windows reminds us daily of our charge to better understand and
conserve our natural resources.</span></span></span></p>

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