POST DOCTORAL FELLOW - Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering #00091454

Missouri University of Science and Technology
United States, Missouri, Rolla
1870 Miner Circle (Show on map)
Feb 17, 2025
Apply for Job Job ID 51856 Location Rolla Full/Part Time Full-Time Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job Hiring Department Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Job Description The environmental engineering and chemistry programs at the Missouri University of Science and Technology are recruiting a postdoctoral scholar focused on investigating PFAS contamination fate and transport processes relate to occurrence in Missouri and the Midwest and remediation technologies development. The research will involve field sampling of various environmental matrices including groundwater, soils, and vegetation along with sampling across full-scale water treatment and reclamation facilities. Bench- scale systems for PFAS remediation including vegetative, biological, and chemical systems will be investigated. Experience in analysis using advanced analytic techniques such as QTOF LC-MS/MS systems is desired. Training will be provided for Shimadzu 9030 QTOF LC-MS/MS complimented with iMScope MALDI imaging system. The research project is a collaboration with faculty across the University of Missouri Universities. Qualifications Required Qualification: A Ph.D. in environmental engineering, environmental chemistry or a related discipline. Comprehensive understanding of PFAS. Experience using targeted and potentially non-targeted analytical techniques to quantify PFAS in various environmental matrices. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience assisting proposal preparation for federal funding agencies. Experience constructing and operation bench-scale reactors. Ability to work as part of a collaborative team across multi-disciplinary and multi-universities. Application Deadline Open Until Filled Community Information University Information Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers. COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC) Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI. About Rolla Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth. Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 573-341-7734.