Post Doctoral Associate

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 16, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post Doctoral Associate
Department	SEBS - Environmental Science
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Posting Summary	The position involves conducting original research in the broad areas of aquatic chemistry, corrosion mechanisms in engineered water infrastructure, isotope analysis, and health impacts of exposure to plumbing-related metals. The candidate will lead experimental study design, setting up and conducting of experiments, analyzing and reporting of findings, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The position is related to projects focusing on metals release from pipes and premise plumbing, role of corrosion inhibitors on metal sequestration from potable water in various plumbing configurations, and exploring novel in-line corrosion control deployments for water systems in domestic and international settings.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	24FA0344
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Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	The position has a minimum requirement of a Ph.D. in a related field (civil, environmental, or chemical engineering or physical sciences) and published articles with primary data. Candidates should have experience in conducting laboratory experiments, using analytical equipment (e.g., ICP-MS, SEM, XRD), working with diverse datasets, and interpreting results leading to scientific publications. A working knowledge of statistics and statistical software (e.g., R, Python) is necessary.
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Background in electrochemistry/corrosion science is strongly preferred. Experience with pilot-scale experiments and operating an ICP-MS is desired. Interest in becoming an independent researcher or academic is highly desired, as you will be helping setup a research laboratory, mentor students, and write grant proposals.
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/224246
Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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