The Chemical and Environmental Engineering Department (ChEE) at the University of Arizona is seeking motivated applicants to fill a Postdoctoral Research Associate I position to join the Karanikola (KORES: https://kores.lab.arizona.edu/) and Savagatrup (SRL: https://suchol.lab.arizona.edu/) groups. The successful candidate will work on a multi-faceted project with main goal to create cost-effective technology to detect and remediate different types of poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water. PFAS are a class of emerging contaminants that accumulate in soil, surface water, and groundwater. Specifically, the selected candidate will design and implement experimental setups to engineer materials for (1) regenerative sorbents and (2) rapid sensing platforms. These materials will be characterized by state-of-the-art techniques—e.g., LC-MS/MS, quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D), atomic force microscopy (AFM), X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), and various electrochemical methods. This position will also offer opportunities to (1) disseminate research results in high-impact journals and at national conferences, (2) mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and (3) prepare monthly reports.
Successful candidates will have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. This is a year-to-year appointment, contingent on research performance.
Qualifications: PhD in analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, or materials science (or related field). Previous experience with GC- and/or LC-MS/MS method development is required. Experience with PFAS work is highly desired.
Anticipated position starting date is fall 2022. Application reviewing will start end of August and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants who are interested can apply here: https://arizona.csod.com/samldefault.aspx