Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering - UTK

University of Tennessee•Knoxville, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UTK is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their environmental and analytical chemistry team. This role involves studying the fate and transport of emerging pollutants in the environment. The position is available to start as soon as filled and reports to Dr. Fuhar Dixit.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
Background in polymer chemistry.
Experience with the ability to manage and mentor undergraduates, Masters, or starting doctoral students.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Management and team leadership skills.
Effective interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of scientific and technical personnel.
Ability to work with internal and external collaborators to contribute and facilitate progress in research projects.
Ability to coordinate with personnel from various technical backgrounds.
Ability to deliver project presentations and devote time and energy under deadlines to prepare presentations to sponsors in written and oral format.
Ability to lead as Author/Co-author to actively publish technical publications, targeting peer-reviewed journals.
Knowledge in environmental contaminants and analytical chemistry.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of individuals.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with polymer synthesis.
Communication skills, in person or over ZOOM/TEAMS, with sponsors and students.
Strong background in preparing/delivering impromptu project presentations.
Demonstrated experience in publishing journal papers.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and perform tasks associated with contracted research and new research initiatives.
Disseminate research results via publications.
Assist the Principal Investigator in preparing presentations and reports.
Interact with sponsors via email or in person.
Prepare proposals.
Ensure a safe laboratory and workspace environment.
Host tours.
Mentor students.
Maintain equipment.
Assist in training new users as needed.
Document laboratory activities and related data.