Lead Postdoc: Aerosol Measurements & Data Analysis

University of Houston; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead aerosol measurement efforts for the ASCENT site. The role involves instrument operations, QA/QC, data processing and contributing to publications.

A PhD in atmospheric science or related fields is required and experience with aerosol instrumentation is highly preferred. This grant-funded position is contingent on external funding and may extend beyond 12 months.

Qualifications

• PhD in atmospheric science, atmospheric chemistry, chemistry, physics, engineering or related fields.
• Well versed in operation of aerosol instrumentation and data handling.
• Strong background in aerosol science and hands-on instrument experience.
• Experience with Aerosol Mass Spectrometers and/or Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitors preferred.
• This grant-funded position is contingent on external funding and may extend beyond 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review progress and evaluate results of experiments or projects under supervision.
• Recommend changes in research, testing or experimental procedures.
• Lead instrument operations, including QA/QC checks and routine maintenance.
• Perform data processing and analysis, and contribute to publications.
• Possibly manage a single technical piece of research equipment and personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Project coordination

Education

PhD in atmospheric science/related field

Tools

Aerosol Mass Spectrometers

Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitors

Job description

University of Houston seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead aerosol measurement efforts for the ASCENT site. The role involves instrument operations, QA/QC, data processing and contributing to publications.

A PhD in atmospheric science or related fields is required and experience with aerosol instrumentation is highly preferred. This grant-funded position is contingent on external funding and may extend beyond 12 months.