The Center for the Management, Utilization and Protection of Water Resources (the Water Center) at Tennessee Tech University is seeking an energetic and motivated post-doctoral scholar with expertise in the field of microplastics work. This person will lead microplastics research investigating the occurrence, distribution and fate of microplastics in engineered and natural fresh water systems.
The post-doctoral scholar will coordinate, lead and perform laboratory and field work to evaluate the occurrence, distribution and fate of microplastics in engineered and natural fresh water systems. Research activities will include extensive field sampling, sample processing, microplastics analysis primarily using FT-IR, improving microplastics sampling, processing and detection methodologies, and synthesizing results in meaningful ways to advance the knowledge of microplastics in engineered and natural systems. Under the supervision of principal investigators Dr. Tania Datta and Dr. Justin Murdock, the scholar is expected to mentor and work collaboratively with graduate and undergraduate students, write reports and manuscripts for peer review and publication, and develop practical ideas to continue the research into the future. The scholar is also expected to present the research at local, regional, national, and/or international meetings.
Please see more details and apply at https://jobs.tntech.edu/postings/17943. Required application documents include a cover letter, a statement of interest expressing how the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualification, CV, copy of transcripts, and contact information for three references. The position is for 18 months with potential extension for one more year based on satisfactory performance and funding availability. The anticipated position start date is August 2024. For more information, applicants can contact Dr. Tania Datta, tdatta@tntech.edu.