Hi, I'm Jamie Cochran!
Welcome to my page.
I am a Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of Washington, Seattle with a PhD in Biology from NC State University.
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My doctoral research focused on the physiological impacts of multiple stressors (primarily hypoxia and salinity stress) and how aquatic invertebrate species differ in their responses. My current work similarly focuses on aquatic invertebrate physiology, with primary interest in salinity and ammonium balance.
Outside of research, I am passionate about photography, writing, crafting, and reading. I also enjoy spending time with my partner, John, and our cats, Oliver and Piper.
Experience
Education
NC State University
B.S. in Environmental Technology and Management (2020)
Minors in Environmental Toxicology, English, & Biological Sciences
Ph.D. in Biology (2024)
Dissertation titled "Interactive effects of salinity and oxygen availability on aquatic macroinvertebrate physiology, performance, and morphology"
Employment
University of Washington, Seattle
​Postdoctoral Scholar, Durant Lab
Department of Biological Sciences
Interests
Aquatic entomology
Ecophysiology
Toxicology
Salinity stress
Hypoxia
Global warming
Science communication
Skills
Science communication
Manuscript preparation
Project management
Various lab skills/management