Post-Doc Scholar

4 weeks ago


Lexington, United States University of Kentucky Full time

Job Summary

This position is for a postdoctoral scholar to support an NIH-funded community-engaged research project on drinking water disinfection byproducts in the Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology at the University of Kentucky. Disinfection byproducts, which are toxic chemicals formed during the chlorination of drinking water, are among the most ubiquitous contaminants of drinking water in the United States and globally. They are the primary source of Safe Drinking Water Act Maximum Contaminant Level Violations in the US. The successful applicant will conduct research using both traditional and community-based participatory methods on the factors governing the formation of and exposure to disinfection byproducts in rural drinking water systems as part of an NIEHS-funded research to action project. The applicant will also be enriched by participating in collaborations as part of UKs NIEHS-funded Environmental Health Sciences Core Center, UK-CARES, The UK Superfund Research Center, and the Kentucky Water Research Institute.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Applicants must have an earned doctorate in civil or environmental engineering, environmental science, chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental health science, toxicology, or a related discipline. Experience with exposure modeling, indoor air quality modeling, analysis of drinking water chemistry and contaminants, and familiarity with drinking water treatment and distribution is desirable. The candidate should also have excellent written and oral communication skills, statistical analysis skills, and be willing to engage with stakeholders.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 08/01/2024 University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.


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