Post Doctoral Research Associate

Title:
Post Doctoral Research Associate
Department:
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Reports To:
Director, Center for
Natural Resources
position Type:
Staff
Position Summary:
The researcher will lead laboratory and field investigations into the breakdown and transport of microfibers in water and sediment, as well as their interaction with associated contaminants. The Postdoctoral researcher will conduct engineering research, manage projects, and assist the Director of the CNR in the implementation of projects led by CNR. The postdoc will communicate the findings through reports and papers at various levels of detail.

Essential Functions:
– Conduct experimental research in the field of Environmental Engineering, particularly on the environmental fate of microfibers and associated contaminants.
– Design and implement laboratory and field experiments to evaluate microfiber breakdown and transport in aquatic and sediment systems.
– Writes articles for publication in top journals or related.
– Assist or lead projects at CNR according to the scope of the project from the funding agencies.
– Prepares technical and financial progress reports for the projects lead by them.
– Mentor undergraduate and graduate students with experimental research and technical writing.
– Interact with scientists/engineers from engineering organizations or in other fields.
– Assist the Center Director in writing proposals related to civil, environmental engineering. Assists in proposal submissions on Streamlyne and any other federal and state systems according to the associated Request for Proposals.
– Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of CNR.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
– The qualified candidate would have a PhD in Environmental, Civil Engineering or a related field.
– At the university’s discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
– Must have a strong understanding of the environmental challenges and transport of pollutants in open water.
– Demonstrated ability in writing articles for publication in top journals, to possess excellent communication skills to mentor graduate students, and interact with scientists/engineers in other fields.
Bargaining Unit:
AFT-UCAN
Salary Information:
In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated starting annual salary for this position is $65,000 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.
To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page: https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits.
FLSA:
Exempt
Full-Time