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MS/PhD Biology, Environmental Sciences

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Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH, USA

Cleveland, OH (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/7/2026

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Job Description

M.S./Ph.D. opportunity is available starting Fall 2026 in the Department of Biological, Geological, and Environmental Sciences at Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Research in the lab focuses on aquatic ecology, limnology, and biogeochemistry, with an emphasis on understanding how human disturbances and warming winters influence carbon and phosphorus cycling, phytoplankton dynamics, and/or microbial processes in inland waters through field and laboratory studies.
Qualifications:
B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science, Biology, Limnology, Geosciences or a related field. Interest in limnology, aquatic ecology, water quality, biogeochemistry, or nutrient cycling. Experience with lake, stream, or watershed monitoring, including field sampling, operation of water quality instrumentation, and laboratory analyses, is desirable. Familiarity with analyses of nutrients, dissolved organic matter, major ions, microbes/eDNA, or related water quality parameters is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience with data analysis in R, Python, or similar platforms, and/or geospatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, or related software is beneficial but not required. Ability and willingness to conduct fieldwork in a variety of weather conditions, including work from boats. Valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Application Materials (single PDF): One-page cover letter describing your interests in water quality, nutrient cycling (carbon/phosphorus), potential research questions, and relevant experience CV Unofficial transcripts Contact information for three professional references The position offers a competitive research stipend, mentorship, and support for applying to external funding opportunities. Applicants interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in the future are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Ruchi Bhattacharya r.bhattacharya14@csuohio.edu , as the Fall 2026 application deadline is fast approaching. Best, Ruchi Bhattacharya, Ph.D. (she/her) Assistant Professor, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH