Research Scientist (Part-Time OPS)

Florida Polytechnic University

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an OPS research scientist position that supports a research scientist position focused on wastewater treatment technologies. The anticipated employment period is from May 2026, through December 31st, 2026. Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences. The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

Requirements

Proficient in essential fate and transport and hydrologic modeling techniques.
Master’s degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering.
This position requires a criminal background check, which will include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statutes §435.04.
This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

Conduct literature reviews on wastewater treatment technologies.
Investigate machine learning enhanced modeling tools for biosolids recycling strategies.
Conduct modeling research related to industrial wastewater treatment technologies.