Radiochemist - Research Scientist / Tenure Track Faculty Position

Radiochemist - Research Scientist / Tenure Track Faculty Position

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Work type: Full-Time

Location: Administration - Orangeburg, SC

Categories: Faculty

In this exciting role, the successful candidate will spend approximately 75%-time conducting research in areas not limited to:

• Advanced Oxidation Processes.
• Catalytic Remediation.
• Chemical Treatments.
• Environmental Analytical Methods.
• Inorganic Pollutants.
• Organic Pollutants.
• Separation Technologies

In addition, the successful candidate will be required to teach at least one course (25% of an FTE) as a faculty member in the Department of Biological and Physical Sciences and 75% of the time devoted to conducting research in the CEES.

Also, he/she will:

• Identify and develop new research areas and proposals and secure funding.
• Develop methods/models to collect environmental samples from different media (air, soil, water, materials, etc.).
• Develop methods and optimize data collection and analysis using analytical methods such as gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS), proton transfer reaction mass spectrometry (PTRMS), and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC); develop new methods and codes for data collection and analysis.
• Actively works to build a network of contacts and collaborators within their area of research and at funding agencies.
• Presents findings at seminars and conferences.
• Reports regularly on research progress to funders.

Minimum Requirements for Entry into Position:

• Advanced degree (PhD) or equivalent in Radiochemistry or a related field, and at least 3 years of relevant professional experience.

Preferred Requirements for Entry into Position:

• A demonstrated research and publication portfolio
• Project Management experience.
• General knowledge of other analytical methods not mentioned above, such as Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy.
• Have significant experience using Python, MATLAB, NI LabVIEW, and other scientific computing applications. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry, advanced instrumentation, and environmental research methods.
• Provide general knowledge of environmental chemistry beyond the specific topics mentioned above; understanding of human exposure to health risk as it relates to indoor and outdoor air quality; understanding of the links among indoor air quality, ventilation, and energy efficiency of the built environment.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams of scientists, clients, and international collaborators.
• Have excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Use of The Microsoft Tool Suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Suites applications.
• Have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize many competing deadlines.

Advertised: 18 Jul 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

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