The ReWater Center (https://rewater.usc.edu) and Smith Research Group (https://www.smithresearchusc.com/) at the University of Southern California are recruiting a postdoctoral scholar focused on investigating PFAS fate and biodegradation potential across water reclamation as part of the new Southern California Superfund Research and Training Program for PFAS Assessment, Remediation and Prevention (ShARP) Center (https://keck.usc.edu/news/nih-to-award-8-million-for-new-usc-superfund-…). The research will involve sampling campaigns on bench-, pilot-, and full-scale systems. A multi-platform analytical approach with targeted methods, aggregate methods including total oxidizable precursor and total organic fluorine, and novel non-targeted methods using high-resolution liquid chromatography-ion mobility mass spectroscopy will be used to characterize PFAS.
Qualifications for the positions include:
- A Ph.D. in environmental engineering or a related discipline
- Experience with targeted and non-targeted PFAS characterization
- Experience working with bench-scale bioreactors
- Ability to work with water utilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
The position is available immediately with an initial period of performance of one year. To apply, please send an email with a cover letter and your CV to Dr. Adam Smith (smithada@usc.edu). Please put “SRP postdoc application” as the email subject.
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