PDF/RA in Sustainable Waste Management

University of Regina; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Regina seeks a postdoctoral fellow or Research Associate in Sustainable Waste Management starting September 2025. The role involves supervising students, managing interdisciplinary projects related to nuclear and textile waste, and requires a PhD with a solid publication background. Applications close on July 31, 2025.

Qualifications

• Solid publication record (n>12) in solid waste management.
• Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Conduct research and publish scientific papers.
• Manage projects and provide updates to partners.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

PhD in Environmental Systems Engineering

Job description

PDF/RA in Sustainable Waste Management

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Interested candidates are invited to send their applications using the online portal. Please include (i) 1-page cover letter, (ii) current CV with publication list, and the (iii) contact information for three references. Applications must be received by July 31st, 2025 (Thursday) at 12:00 noon (Regina time) to ensure full consideration. The anticipated start time will be on September 1st, 2025. For questions, please send me an email ([e-mail] ).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Position Details

Posting Summary Competition Number 20250584A/S Position Title PDF/RA in Sustainable Waste Management Faculty/Department Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science Unit Engineering-Dean's Office Employee Group CUPE 5791 - Research Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Research Category Other Number of Vacancies multiple Position Summary The Ng’s Group invites applications for postdoctoral fellow or Research Associate positions starting September 2025. The successful candidate(s) will work on interdisciplinary research projects related to (i) nuclear waste management from small modular reactors and/or (ii) post-consumer clothing and textile waste management. The projects are partly funded by NSERC (nuclear waste projects by Alliance and clothing waste project by Discovery Horizons). The PDF will work under the direct supervision of Dr. Kelvin Tsun Wai Ng in Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

Dr. Ng’s major fields of interest are in sustainable solid waste management, disposal facility design, and data-driven waste policy. Please visit my website to learn more about our work. A list of publications from our group can be found here: https://uregina.ca/~ng224/Publications.html

Key duties: (1) Provide day-to-day supervision of graduate and undergraduate students (2) Conduct research and publish scientific papers, prepare grant proposals (3) Manage projects and budgets, provide oral and written updates to internal and external partners (4) Other related administrative duties (organization of events/webinars, outreach, etc.)

Salary ( CAD $70k/year + benefits) and contract length may be negotiated. Interested candidates are invited to send their applications using the online portal. Please include (i) 1-page cover letter, (ii) current CV with publication list, and the (iii) contact information for three references. Applications must be received by July 31st, 2025 (Thursday) at 12:00 noon (Regina time) to ensure full consideration. The anticipated start time will be on September 1st, 2025. For questions, please send me an email ([e-mail] ). EDI is important to the success of my research group. I encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as Indigenous peoples (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit/Inuk), Black, racialized, people with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Position Requirements Position Requirements (typically a 3-year contract, with the possibility of renewal): (1) The candidate must have an earned PhD degree in Environmental Systems Engineering, or a closely related field such as Civil and Environmental Engineering. (2) The candidate must have a solid publication record (n>12) in the field of solid waste management. Experience in publishing waste studies in the following journals is valuable: WM, JofCP, JofEM, RCR , SCS . (3) Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team. (4) Excellent project management skills. Previous PDF experience is an asset. (5) Demonstrated core values of leadership and mentorship. (6) Holder of PEng license is an asset. (7) Experience with the regulatory sector in Canada is an asset. Physical Demands Pay Grade As Per CUPE 5791 Research Salary Range $70,000 annually Status Term Work Hours Weekly hours and contract length may be negotiated. Duration (if Term/Temporary) up to 3 years Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted Additional Information Contact Information Dr. Kelvin Ng – [e-mail] Job Open Date 05/27/2025 Job Close Date 07/31/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Application Instructions Interested candidates are invited to send their applications using the online portal. Please include (i) 1-page cover letter, (ii) current CV with publication list, and the (iii) contact information for three references. Applications must be received by July 31st, 2025 (Thursday) at 12:00 noon (Regina time) to ensure full consideration. The anticipated start time will be on September 1st, 2025. For questions, please send me an email ([e-mail] ).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Diversity Statement The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

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