Study of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in soil-water-plant systems Michigan State University in United States

Back to search results Apply now Job no:983708Work type:Faculty/Academic StaffMajor Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat ResourcesDepartment: Plant Soil And Microbial Sciences 40000781Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad StaffSalary: Salary Commensurate with ExperienceLocation:East LansingCategories:Agriculture, Education/Training, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-UnionPosition Summary Michigan State University Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences seeks two postdoctoral research associates to conduct federal and state agency-funded projects to study analysis, sorption, transport, plant uptake, mitigation, and risk assessment of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in soil-water-plant systems. The research includes the studies on target and nontarget analysis of PFAS in biosolids, soil and plants, sorption and transport in soils, plant uptake of PFAS, mitigation, and the associated risk assessments. The studies could be conducted at laboratory, greenhouse, and field scales.Research activities include, but not limited to, analytical method development, data collection from experiments and analysis, elucidation of fundamental mechanism, writing manuscripts and proposals, research and outreach presentations at local, regional, and national meetings. Postdoctoral research associates will also help supervise graduate and undergraduate students, manage laboratory operation, interaction with collaborators and stakeholder, and community engagement.These positions are available immediately through the grants from our recent federal and state agency-funded projects. The postdoctoral associate position will be appointed for one year, and be possibly renewable depending on funding status. A Ph.D. in soil chemistry, environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, plant science, agronomy or a related discipline is required. Experience in PFAS target and nontarget analysis is preferred, but not required. The successful candidate should have the demonstrated ability to design experiments to test hypothesis, conduct independent research, and publish manuscript(s) in peer-reviewed journals.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required Degree Doctorate -Soil chemistry, environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, plant science, agronomy or a related disciplineMinimum Requirements A Ph.D. in soil chemistry, environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, plant science, agronomy or a related disciplineDesired Qualifications Experience in PFAS target and nontarget analysisRequired Application Materials CV/ResumeCover LetterName and contact information for Three (3) Professional References Special Instructions Contact Dr. Hui Li ([email protected] ) for more information regarding the position Review of Applications Begins On 09/11/2024Website https://www.canr.msu.edu/psm/MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.Advertised:Aug 26, 2024Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:Aug 26, 2026Eastern Daylight Time