Dr. Amanda Hohner’s lab is seeking graduate research assistants to start August 2026. The research project is broadly investigating the impacts of wildfires in the Pacific Northwest on source water quality, drinking water treatment, and overall water system resiliency to wildfire. Our research focuses largely on wildfire ash particles and dissolved organic matter characterization after fires in relation to effects on water treatment unit processes (coagulation, adsorption, and ozonation) and disinfection byproduct formation.
This research is part of a larger project: Ensuring Water Security with Increasing Wildfire Threats in the Western US. You can learn more about the larger project here: https://research.fs.usda.gov/pnw/projects/wildfire-water-security#overview
Successful candidates will hold a B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry. Previous research experience is preferred. Successful candidates will have strong lab, analytical, and communication skills. Research assistants will receive a stipend, tuition waivers, coverage of fees, and additional “GAP” payments through the graduate student collective bargaining agreement.
You can find more information about Dr. Amanda Hohner’s research here:
- https://www.montana.edu/ce/amandahohner/index.html
- https://www.montana.edu/news/24653/montana-state-professor-studies-how-wildfires-can-threaten-drinking-water-quality
Montana State University is located in Bozeman, Montana 1.5 hours from Yellowstone National Park. Bozeman is surrounded by multiple rivers and mountain ranges with incredible access to the outdoors for a range of abilities. Learn more about MSU and life in Bozeman here: https://www.montana.edu/marketing/about-msu/bozeman/
Application procedure: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for this position by sending application materials to Dr. Amanda (Mandi) Hohner (amanda.hohner@montana.edu). Applicants should submit a single PDF document containing a one-page cover letter/research statement and a detailed CV/resume. Dr. Hohner’s lab strives to create a diverse and inclusive environment and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Application review is ongoing and will continue until filled.