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	A postdoctoral associate is sought for a project investigating the microbial dechlorination of polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (dioxins). The candidate should have experience in anaerobic microbiology, molecular methods for microbiology, bioinformatic analyses and chemical analyses including gas chromatography mass spectrometry. Experience with anaerobic microbial culture, organohalide respiring bacteria, stable isotope probing and other chemical analyses including ion chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography is desired. The candidate will be responsible for an externally funded research project and serve as a key member of a large multi-institutional project.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	23FA0454
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Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	The position has a minimum requirement of a Ph.D. in environmental engineering, microbiology, environmental science, or related science/engineering disciplines). Candidates should have experience in general laboratory procedures, data analyses, and scientific writing.
Certifications/Licenses	None
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	A working knowledge of microbial culturing, chemical analyses, molecular microbiology and bioinformatics is necessary. Background in anaerobic microbiology, organohalide respiring bacteria and stable isotope probing is strongly preferred. Ability to mentor and teach graduate and undergraduate students in the laboratory is required.
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Overview
Statement	The Department of Environmental Sciences ( DES) is a diverse department and strongly encourages applications from under-represented groups.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/198541
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
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State
Location Details	14 College Farm Road New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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