Job Description:
We are seeking a PhD student in Water Resources Management at the University of Wisconsin- Madison, Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, beginning January 2025. The successful candidate’s research will focus on implementing a data-model-policy fusion framework for water resource management, specifically analyzing water budgets to support sustainable water use and sovereignty for tribal communities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- An M.Sc. or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., hydrology, environmental science, water resources engineering).
- Experience with water budget analysis, hydrological modeling, and empirical data collection.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, particularly in working with diverse communities.
Funding and Benefits:
• The position is fully funded with a competitive stipend and benefits.
Application Process:
- Interested candidates should email Dr. Grace Bulltail (bulltail@wisc.edu) with a CV and a brief statement of interest.
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a project that aims to empower tribal communities through enhanced water resource management and sovereignty. We look forward to your application.
