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Ridge to Reefs’ Nature Based Solutions Research Project with LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station
Start Date: Spring 2024 (March, April or May Start Date) (3-month position)
Base Location: Hammond, LA, USA 70403
This research opportunity is designed for undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent grads across a range of disciplines to gain experience solving real-world problems with regards to water quality, nature based wastewater treatment, environmental resilience, and sustainable agriculture. This project would be conducted in coordination with the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Hammond Research Station under the supervision of Dr. Damon Abdi. This project focuses on researching biochar and nature based treatment systems to reduce point and nonpoint source water pollution. This position will develop the candidate’s practical and applied skills in-water quality research including laboratory and monitoring techniques, research protocol, and project management. Opportunities to work in instrument analysis, bacterial assessments, and journal publication may be provided to further the candidate’s skillset.
Nature Based Treatment Solutions (NBS): Utilizing natural processes (such as bioremediation, phytoremediation and biofiltration) and ecosystems to remove contaminants from water.
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The location of the position will be the Hammond Research Station in Hammond, Louisiana https://www.lsuagcenter.com/portals/our_offices/research_stations/hammond and the person in the position will come to Ridge to Reefs in Sykesville, MD at least 1 time during the course of the project or at the end and present the work to RTR staff.
1) Goal is to optimize the bioreactor garden (BG) system (size and weight)
2) Determine an on or off the shelf product to house the BG
3) Evaluate methods to ensure adequate oxygenation for the effluent
4) Learn lab analysis methods for nutrients and bacteria
5) Work on at least one proposal to help fund continued work
6) ID site conditions for reduce liner height, coverage
The official Fellowship will begin as soon as March 15th and not later than May 15th (depending on the best candidate’s availability). RTR will provide a $2,500 monthly stipend for a total of $7,500. Candidates located within commuting distance of Hammond, LA, are encouraged to apply. The fellowship will end 3 months after the initial start date.
Application:
Please send applications to both:
Dr. Damon Abdi (LSU AgCenter) dabdi@agcenter.lsu.edu
Paul Sturm (Ridge to Reefs) paul@ridgetoreefs.org
In your application, include a résumé and a one-page cover letter indicating qualifications for this research opportunity, what you hope to learn in the program, and any insights towards your professional goals.
The LSU AgCenter is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $2,500.00 per month
Work Location: In person
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