POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Earth and Environmental Science, UMKC School of Science and Engineering

University of Missouri-Kansas City • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Minerals and Interfaces in Terrestrial environment High-Resolution Laboratory (MITHRIL) at University of Missouri-Kansas City invites applications for a postdoctoral research position, with an anticipated start date of February 1, 2026. This postdoc position will explore the fundamental interaction between critical elements and minerals at the Earth surface condition.

Requirements

• Applicants must have received their PhD. or equivalent degree (in mineralogy, low-temperature/environmental geochemistry, aquatic, soil, or marine chemistry, or related discipline) and all formal requirements for a PhD. must be completed before the start of the appointment.
• A proven record of research accomplishments and have prior experience with wet chemistry and analytical techniques such as (XRD, SEM, TEM, Raman, UV-Vis, and/or ICP-OES/MS).
• Demonstrated effective communication skills in a variety of settings. Applicants must write and converse fluently in English.

Responsibilities

• Conducting original research on the interactions of minerals and critical elements in aquatic systems using mineral synthesis, X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy, synchrotron X-ray and complementary approaches.
• Preparing scientific findings for conferences and peer-reviewed publications.
• Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• Assisting in laboratory management.
• Involving in grant proposal writing.

Benefits

• The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
• As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees