Position Description
The Environmental Biotechnology Research Group in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering (CECE) and Water Resources Research Center (WRRC) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (UHM) has one fully funded Ph.D. positions available starting in Spring 2025. The research focus of the group is on (1) decarbonization of centralized water resource recovery facilities and (2) development of next-generation onsite wastewater treatment systems. The selected candidate will receive a competitive research assistant stipend, a full tuition waiver, and a life insurance and other student benefits.
Qualificaitons
Successful candidates should have a B.S. and M.S. degree in environmental science and engineering, or a related field. Previous research experience in environmental engineering, biological processes, environmental chemistry, and environmental microbiology is preferred. The research projects involve advanced knowledge and skills in process engineering, mathematical modeling, molecular microbiology, and analytical chemistry. Applicants need to meet the graduate admission requirements, including GPA and language proficiency (if applicable). GRE and FE scores are optional. UHM is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and students of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
To Apply
Please submit your (1) CV, (2) transcript, and (3) 1-page statement of research experience and interests to Dr. Zhiyue Wang (zhiyue@hawaii.edu). Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.