Post Doctoral Associate in Civil and Environmental Engineering at UVM

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 63,480 - 77,076; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking a Post Doctoral Associate in Civil and Environmental Engineering to enhance research on low-cost microsensors aimed at climate-driven disturbances. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, with expertise in microsensor fabrication and strong statistical analysis skills. The role includes deploying sensors, analyzing datasets, and guiding students. Offering a salary between $63,480 and $77,076, with opportunities for professional development and contingent on funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by start date needed.
• Expertise in testing microsensors for environmental contaminants.
• Strong environmental engineering background required.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, particularly in R.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate low-cost microsensors for contaminants.
• Deploy sensors in lab and field settings.
• Analyze large datasets to assess watersheds under climate scenarios.
• Guide students in research and data analysis.

Skills

Fabricating microsensors

Advanced statistical analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering or related field

Job description

Post Doctoral Associate in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Join a vibrant research community at the University of Vermont as a Postdoctoral Scholar. UVM is an R1 research university guided by Our Common Ground values that prioritizes transdisciplinary research and collaboration to strengthen scientific inquiry and education. The scholar will support NSF AQUA‑CLIME convergence research under the supervision of Dr. Raju Badireddy in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, focusing on low‑cost microsensors to investigate climate‑driven disturbances such as flooding, droughts, and wildfires.

Responsibilities

• Develop, fabricate, and validate novel low‑cost microsensors for environmental contaminants in water and soil.
• Deploy sensors in laboratory and field settings, including heavily instrumented Vermont watersheds.
• Operate high‑frequency sensing platforms and analyze large environmental datasets to assess watershed functioning under changing climate scenarios.
• Guide undergraduate and graduate students in research, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Engage with academic, industry, farming communities, and Native American communities across Vermont, South Dakota, and New Mexico.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering or a related field by the start date.
• Expertise in fabricating and testing microsensors for environmental contaminants.
• Strong background in environmental engineering, electrochemistry, material science, environmental nanotechnology, and electronics focused on in‑situ sensing technologies.
• Proficiency in advanced statistical analysis, particularly in R, for interpreting large environmental datasets.
• Robust publication record and experience with interdisciplinary projects.
• Demonstrated ability to foster inter‑institutional collaborations and guide students.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Desirable Qualifications

Not specified.

Appointment and Compensation

• One‑year position with the possibility of a one‑year extension contingent on satisfactory progress.
• Annual salary ranges from $63,480 to $77,076, commensurate with federal guidelines, plus benefits.
• Professional development opportunities, including media and communications training, are provided.
• Expected start date: August 1, 2026.

Other Information

• Support departmental initiatives, assist with occasional teaching or guest lecturing, serve on committees, or attend training sessions as appropriate.
• Position is contingent on continued funding; background check required.

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States.

Employment Classification

• FLSA: Exempt.
• Union: No.
• Term: 12 months.
• Standard hours: 37.5 hours at 1.0 FTE.