Mendenhall Program: Water-related opportunities
Mendenhall opportunities associated with water resources are now available! Please see individual opportunity information for closing dates.
The person selected must have all PhD requirements completed and MUST submit proof of completion prior to receiving an official start date.
Please send general inquiries to the Mendenhall Program email box: mendenhall@usgs.gov
S70. Understanding geomorphic processes of the Upper Mississippi and Illinois rivers to support natural resource decision-making
The hydrogeomorphology of a coupled river–floodplain system affects the distribution and abundance of riverine habitats. We seek a Mendenhall fellow to improve our understanding of how and where the geomorphology of the Upper Mississippi and Illinois rivers are changing, and to evaluate the implications of these changes for ongoing habitat restoration.
23-10. Changes in the quality of groundwater used for drinking water supply in California
Assess groundwater quality in aquifers used for drinking water supplies in California and investigate hydrologic and geochemical processes driving changes in water quality and availability at groundwater basin, watershed, and statewide scales.