Adjunct Faculty - Research (Chemistry Hansen Lab)

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

10h

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry - Research Hansen Lab Posting End Date: March 12, 2026 NOTE: Last day to apply is Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST) Position Start Date: May 11, 2026 Required Degree: Bachelor's degree in biochemistry. The required degree must be completed by the start date. Experience: Minimum of three years of laboratory research experience in academic or applied research settings. Demonstrated knowledge of anaerobic digestion systems and microbial growth kinetics. Experience performing quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), including experimental design and quantitative analysis. Familiarity with broadband cavity enhanced absorption spectroscopy (BBCAES) for atmospheric or trace gas measurements. Experience handling and analyzing samples using thermal desorption tubes and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Duties/Expectations: Perform quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) assays to quantify bacterial strains in complex organic waste substrates, including primer validation, standard curve generation, and data analysis. Collaborate with research team on anaerobic digestion experiments and atmospheric measurement studies, including experimental setup, sample processing, and data collection. Prepare, draft, and edit scientific manuscripts, reports, and technical documentation for publication and presentation. Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application. Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education . EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biochemistry. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
• Minimum of three years of laboratory research experience in academic or applied research settings.
• Demonstrated knowledge of anaerobic digestion systems and microbial growth kinetics.
• Experience performing quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), including experimental design and quantitative analysis.
• Familiarity with broadband cavity enhanced absorption spectroscopy (BBCAES) for atmospheric or trace gas measurements.
• Experience handling and analyzing samples using thermal desorption tubes and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) assays to quantify bacterial strains in complex organic waste substrates, including primer validation, standard curve generation, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with research team on anaerobic digestion experiments and atmospheric measurement studies, including experimental setup, sample processing, and data collection.
• Prepare, draft, and edit scientific manuscripts, reports, and technical documentation for publication and presentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time