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Lab Expectations

Please review the expectations for research participation, which includes a list of responsibilities for members of the Wagner Lab. All members of our highly interactive and collaborative research group are valued for their diverse perspectives, strong quantitative skills, curiosity in environmental processes, and a passion for science.

FOR PROSPECTIVE GRADUATE STUDENTS

We aim to recruit graduate students who are interested in interdisciplinary research that is rooted in organic geochemistry and incorporates aspects of hydrology and biology in marine and freshwater environments. A degree of comfort with analytical techniques is preferred. For more information on student opportunities and graduate studies at RPI, please email Dr. Sasha Wagner (wagnes3@rpi.edu) with your resume and a short description of your research background and interests.

Students looking to work with Dr. Wagner should apply through the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences to pursue a PhD or MS in Geology. Students can may apply through the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. Please reach out directly to Dr. Wagner ahead of applying if you would like to pursue a PhD or MS in Chemistry. 

Prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply by the January 1 deadline, although we do accept late submissions. The initial review of submissions begins in early January. Strong candidates are considered for the RPI Graduate Research Fellowship. The GRE is optional for spring and fall application cycles. Interested applicants should submit their materials via the RPI graduate admissions portal.

FOR prospective undergraduate researchers and coterm students

If you are interested in gaining undergraduate research experience as part of the Wagner lab, please email Dr. Sasha Wagner (wagnes3@rpi.edu) with your resume, unofficial transcript, and a short description of your research goals and interests.

Reach out early to discuss potential research opportunities. Please note that our lab has a limited capacity for undergraduate researchers, co-terminal BS/MS, and accelerated BS/PhD students. We are typically unable to accommodate new undergraduate students who are already in their senior year.