Job Information
Texas Tech University TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate in Lubbock, Texas
37426BR
Extended Job Title:
TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate
Position Description:
Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Requisition ID:
37426BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
The primary responsibility of this position is to manage and perform research related to PFAS in the environment. Specific duties may include the following:
Planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research such as laboratory fate and transport experiments and development and application of HRMS analytical methods.
Technical project management including project reporting, collaboration with internal and external project team members, and interface with program sponsors
Assist with management of an environmental chemistry laboratory
Mentor and collaborate with graduate and undergraduate students
Publish research findings in high quality journals
Present work at national conferences
Develop proposal writing skills
Grant Funded?:
No
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience with independently planning and implementing field and/or laboratory fate and transport evaluations.
Experience with analytical method development and in the operation and maintenance of environmental analytical instrumentation such as liquid chromatography or gas chromatography mass spectrometry instruments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees, off-campus collaborators, and program sponsors.
Experience with the extraction and preparation of liquid and solid samples for analysis
Track record of peer-reviewed publication.
Experience in non-targeted analysis using HRMS (e.g. quadrupole time of flight; QToF), R or Python, and geographic information systems (GIS) software (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS) a plus.
Department:
Civil Environ Construct Engineering
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Research Staff
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Civil & Environmental Engineering or related field or be in the final stages of completing their doctoral degree. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
Yes
About the Department and/or College:
The Department of Civil, Environmental, & Construction Engineering (CECE) at Texas Tech University invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Associate focused on environmental chemistry and the fate and transport of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the environment. This position will be funded by grants from the Department of Defense (DOD) Strategic Environmental Research & Development and Environmental Security Technology Certification Programs (SERDP, ESTCP). Specific research areas include PFAS leaching and mobility and remediation, and all projects in the lab include development and use of high resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) techniques for targeted and non-targeted analysis of PFAS. The candidate is expected to take a leadership role in management and execution of these projects and join a diverse group of highly motivated graduate and undergraduate researchers focused on PFAS research.
The position will be housed in the new Maddox Engineering Research Center (MERC) which contains cutting edge equipment, including HRMS instrumentation dedicated to PFAS analysis. More information about the department and the university is available at http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ceweb/. Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The initial period of the position will be 1-year with renewal based on successful research progress.
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.