The Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Kentucky has two fully funded graduate researcher positions (U.S. Citizen Only) in Environmental Engineering for Spring 2024 or Fall 2024. The selected candidates will engage in diverse research endeavors, encompassing the evaluation of microbial hazards in floodwaters through cutting-edge NGS techniques, the exploration of opportunistic premise plumbing pathogens (OPPPs) within hospital environments, and the advancement of our knowledge regarding nitrate behavior in fragipans to enhance recommendations for nitrogen fertilizer usage.
We welcome applications from candidates with an undergraduate degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, biological engineering, chemical engineering, microbiology, or related fields. A master's degree is preferred for Ph.D. applicants. The ideal candidates will be self-motivated and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. While not required, candidates with knowledge of environmental biotechnology/microbiology, wet-laboratory skills, and computing skills such as Python, R, and UNIX are preferred.
Successful applicants will receive full support, including tuition, stipend, and health insurance.
To apply, please send a single PDF file to Dr. Minjae Kim (minjae.kim@uky.edu) with the subject line "Graduate Student Application + Your Name". The PDF file should include a 1) cover letter or personal statement, 2) a CV, 3) copies of unofficial transcripts, and 4) contact information for three references.
Refer to https://gradschool.uky.edu/application-process for general admission requirements.
To learn more about the graduate program in the Department of Civil Engineering, please visit this page: https://www.uky.edu/academics/masters-doctoral/college-engineering/civi…;
The review process will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled.