What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doctoral Researcher position at Rochester Institute of Technology?
9770BR
College of Science
COS Thomas H Gosnell School of Life Sciences
Job Summary
The College of Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking a candidate for a Post-Doctoral Researcher under the supervision of Dr. Christy Tyler. The candidate will collaborate with the labs of Drs. Matthew Hoffman, Nathan Eddingsaas, Steven Day, and Andre Hudson and join an interdisciplinary, collaborative, and growing plastic pollution research and education team. The successful candidate will participate in the recently funded P01 Lake Ontario Center for Microplastic and Human Health, a collaborative Center at RIT and the University of Rochester supported by the National Institutes for Environmental Health Sciences (NIH - NIEHS) and the National Science Foundation's Ocean and Human Health Program. The research activities will focus on climate-driven input, transport, and fate of plastic debris in the Lake Ontario watershed and nearshore region.
Job Responsibilities
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have a background and significant experience in plastic pollution research, including both field and laboratory work. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in ‘omics, molecular techniques, microbiology, and/or instrumentation. Successful candidates will be creative and innovative problem solvers with excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication skills, as well as demonstrate the ability to collaborate as an independent contributor or as part of an interdisciplinary team, including interacting with and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and academic and outreach/education collaborators. Applicants must have demonstrated a potential for high-quality publications and dissemination of research results at conferences and meetings.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must possess an undergraduate or master's degree in an environmental field and a PhD in an environmental or a related field as well as:
Preferred Qualifications
The Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences (GSoLS) comprises 27 full-time Faculty, 6 full-time staff and approximately 300 full-time students across our undergraduate majors of Biology, Biotechnology and Molecular Bioscience, Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, and Environmental Science; and approximately 50 graduate students in our two Masters programs in Bioinformatics and Environmental Science. GSoLS is known for high-quality education, innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and excellent research and expertise in target areas including bioinformatics, computational biology, earth system and environmental science, biotechnology and STEM education.
The RIT College of Science offers 13 undergraduate programs and 14 graduate programs including 4 PhD and 17 BS/MS programs. The College has established an inclusive community that embraces social justice and equity among our education, research, and the scientific community at large. Our students benefit from the intersection of science and technology at RIT, including access and training with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and facilities starting in their first year at RIT. As one of the top external grant-funded colleges on campus, the College of Science gives students unrivaled opportunities to engage in real-world research with supportive faculty mentors. Our alumni stand out from their peers at Cornell, MIT, Harvard, Regeneron, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, and the Cleveland Clinic, just to name a few.
Minimum Qualifications
Professional Area:
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $55000 - $66000
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $55000
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $66000
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 55000
Hourly/Salary Maximum:66000
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College of Science
COS Thomas H Gosnell School of Life Sciences
Job Summary
The College of Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking a candidate for a Post-Doctoral Researcher under the supervision of Dr. Christy Tyler. The candidate will collaborate with the labs of Drs. Matthew Hoffman, Nathan Eddingsaas, Steven Day, and Andre Hudson and join an interdisciplinary, collaborative, and growing plastic pollution research and education team. The successful candidate will participate in the recently funded P01 Lake Ontario Center for Microplastic and Human Health, a collaborative Center at RIT and the University of Rochester supported by the National Institutes for Environmental Health Sciences (NIH - NIEHS) and the National Science Foundation's Ocean and Human Health Program. The research activities will focus on climate-driven input, transport, and fate of plastic debris in the Lake Ontario watershed and nearshore region.
Job Responsibilities
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have a background and significant experience in plastic pollution research, including both field and laboratory work. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in ‘omics, molecular techniques, microbiology, and/or instrumentation. Successful candidates will be creative and innovative problem solvers with excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication skills, as well as demonstrate the ability to collaborate as an independent contributor or as part of an interdisciplinary team, including interacting with and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and academic and outreach/education collaborators. Applicants must have demonstrated a potential for high-quality publications and dissemination of research results at conferences and meetings.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must possess an undergraduate or master's degree in an environmental field and a PhD in an environmental or a related field as well as:
- Evidence of ability to conduct independent research.
- Research expertise (PhD thesis or related efforts) in an area relevant to projects described above.
- Record of publication in peer reviewed journals
- Evidence of commitment to dissemination of research to scientific and community audiences
- Excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Bench work, including analysis of microplastic
- Experimental design
- Field work and design of large field experiments
- Instrumentation, especially related to microplastic analysis
- Ability to participate in strenuous field activities
- Molecular techniques, including microbiology and 'omics
- Leadership and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students
- Lab management
The Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences (GSoLS) comprises 27 full-time Faculty, 6 full-time staff and approximately 300 full-time students across our undergraduate majors of Biology, Biotechnology and Molecular Bioscience, Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, and Environmental Science; and approximately 50 graduate students in our two Masters programs in Bioinformatics and Environmental Science. GSoLS is known for high-quality education, innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and excellent research and expertise in target areas including bioinformatics, computational biology, earth system and environmental science, biotechnology and STEM education.
The RIT College of Science offers 13 undergraduate programs and 14 graduate programs including 4 PhD and 17 BS/MS programs. The College has established an inclusive community that embraces social justice and equity among our education, research, and the scientific community at large. Our students benefit from the intersection of science and technology at RIT, including access and training with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and facilities starting in their first year at RIT. As one of the top external grant-funded colleges on campus, the College of Science gives students unrivaled opportunities to engage in real-world research with supportive faculty mentors. Our alumni stand out from their peers at Cornell, MIT, Harvard, Regeneron, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, and the Cleveland Clinic, just to name a few.
Minimum Qualifications
Professional Area:
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $55000 - $66000
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $55000
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $66000
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 55000
Hourly/Salary Maximum:66000
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