Underground nuclear blast cavities, resulting from cold war weapons testing at the Nevada Test Site (NTS) represent a source of potential contamination to important regional aquifers and an as-yet unexplored habitat for subsurface microorganisms. We have obtained funding from the U.S. Department of Energy for the microbial characterization of this novel, extreme environment. A combination of cultivation-based and molecular detection protocols will be utilized to probe the diversity, bioremediation potential, and radiation resistance of microorganisms from the site. Substantial collaborative support has been secured from Pacific Northwest and Livermore National Laboratories as well as the Uniformed Health Sciences University.
The Desert Research Institute is a dynamic organization with over 150 faculty in atmospheric, hydrologic and ecological sciences and projects on every continent. This program will be a joint appointment between DRI and the UNLV School of Life Sciences, and thus the collective resources of both institutions will be available. If you are a self-starter, looking for a chance to make a difference in a growing field, this unique project might be for you.
QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will possess a recent or pending M.S. degree from an accredited institution in microbiology, microbial ecology, or a related field of study. Exceptional students with a B.S. degree or equivalent will be considered on a case-by-case basis. U.S. citizenship is strongly preferred due to DOE site access requirements. This position requires a willingness to perform collections under sometimes challenging field conditions, conform to DOE chain of custody and record keeping requirements, and travel to collaborating laboratories.
BENEFITS: DRI offers a generous graduate support package including salary of at least $25,000 per year, tuition waver, and state health insurance plan.
TO APPLY: The screening of candidates will begin immediately for Spring or Fall admission and continue until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Duane P. Moser for instructions on how to apply (duane.moser@dri.edu; 702-862-5534).
The Desert Research Institute is a dynamic organization with over 150 faculty in atmospheric, hydrologic and ecological sciences and projects on every continent. This program will be a joint appointment between DRI and the UNLV School of Life Sciences, and thus the collective resources of both institutions will be available. If you are a self-starter, looking for a chance to make a difference in a growing field, this unique project might be for you.
QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will possess a recent or pending M.S. degree from an accredited institution in microbiology, microbial ecology, or a related field of study. Exceptional students with a B.S. degree or equivalent will be considered on a case-by-case basis. U.S. citizenship is strongly preferred due to DOE site access requirements. This position requires a willingness to perform collections under sometimes challenging field conditions, conform to DOE chain of custody and record keeping requirements, and travel to collaborating laboratories.
BENEFITS: DRI offers a generous graduate support package including salary of at least $25,000 per year, tuition waver, and state health insurance plan.
TO APPLY: The screening of candidates will begin immediately for Spring or Fall admission and continue until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Duane P. Moser for instructions on how to apply (duane.moser@dri.edu; 702-862-5534).
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