Duke University, Civil and Environmental Engineering
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Position Title:
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
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Appl Deadline:
finished (2023/07/21, finished 2024/04/02)
Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE POSITION: A postdoctoral associate appointment is available in the Gilbertson Group at Duke University in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Seeking highly motivated engineer or scientist with a desire to mentor students, develop independent research projects, and collaborate on multiple research projects. Experience in material synthesis, characterization, and development for applications in environmental engineering aligns well with the research projects. The successful applicant will possess a PhD in chemical engineering, chemistry, environmental engineering or a related field, have an excellent academic record, and work well in a collaborative research environment. A background in materials science/engineering/chemistry, green chemistry, and/or environmental sustainability research is desired. The candidate should have the ability and be excited to work independently in the laboratory, plan and conduct experiments, interpret data, and present results to diverse audiences. Fluency in English (written and oral) is required. Excellent scientific writing skills, the ability to organize data and clearly disseminate your findings and scientific concepts are essential. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility for extension. Salary will follow the NIH, NRSA FY 2023 postdoctoral trainee and fellows stipend levels based on the candidate’s experience. The starting date is flexible and ideally will begin in the Fall 2023. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Your application should include a cover letter (be sure to address your fit for the position), Curriculum Vitae, 1-page statement of your career goals and how this postdoc experience will help you achieve your goals, and contact information for three references. For further information on this position please contact Dr. Leanne Gilbertson (leanne.gilbertson@duke.edu). Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of 3 References
And anything else requested in the position description.
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