Dr. Samuel Ma’s group in the Zachry Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Texas A&M University in College Station (https://www.tamu.edu/index.html) has an immediate postdoctoral associate opening. The postdoc researcher will conduct experimental studies to evaluate the efficacy of several physical/chemical treatment processes to remove PFAS and other emerging contaminants from wastewater effluents. Candidates with previous laboratory experiences in per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) analysis (such as LC-MS/MS, HPLC), advanced oxidation/ reduction, adsorption, and bench scale column tests are highly desirable. The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, or other related fields. The successful candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skill, is motivated to succeed and is capable of working independently and as part of a team.
The position is for one-year, with the possibility of renewal depending on performance and availability of funding. The salary is competitive and aligned with experience. Interested applicants should send the following materials as a single pdf file containing: (1) a 1-page cover letter stating your interest and qualifications, (2) a CV and (3) the contact information of three potential references to Dr. Samuel Ma (xma@civil.tamu.edu) with the subject line “postdoc app_your last name”. Applications received before February 15, 2025 will be given full consideration, although review of application materials will continue until the position is filled. Note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for a video conference interview.