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RESEARCH SCIENTIST, Civil and Environmental Engineering-Plata Laboratory(part-time, 50%), to design and carry out research related to the sources and chemical transformations of organic chemicals in environmental media, particularly water in and around EPA Superfund cites. Research projects will be carried out both in the laboratory and the field. Analysis of data, interpretation of results, and dissemination of research (through peer-reviewed journal articles and conference presentations) are a central part of this position. There will also be a mentoring and teaching component and active supervision of graduate and undergraduate students in the group. The position also offers the opportunity to aid Professor Plata with her teaching on the undergraduate level.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Ph.D. in chemistry, aquatic chemistry or oceanography, environmental engineering, or closely related field; at least three years of experience studying aquatic chemistry; experience with analytical instrumental techniques and data analysis; strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific literature; ability to carry out research under strict time constraints; expert-level knowledge of liquid and gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry and other detectors (e.g., LC-QQQ-MS and GCxGC-TOF-MS) and environmental extraction and sample preparation; demonstrated teaching ability for training graduate students in new techniques and instrument use in addition to conducting research; and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must be able to ensure compliance with MIT EHS rules and regulations; safety training requirements; and the maintenance of general laboratory equipment, supplies, and analytical instrumentation. PREFERRED: experience in teaching and mentoring undergraduates and graduate students and a background in team science and leadership. Job #22696
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