Postdoc: Atmospheric Chemistry & Field Aerosol Research

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kenagy Lab at the University of Minnesota is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead field campaigns on particle formation chemistry in agricultural regions. The position focuses on deploying aerosol instruments and analyzing chemical data to advance air quality understanding.

The successful candidate will operate ACSM and SMPS, collaborate with Purdue partners, and contribute to publications and outreach, including hands-on youth workshops.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry or related field.
• Hands-on instrument calibration and operation experience.
• Experience in data analysis.
• Proficiency in Python or R for data analysis.
• Strong organizational skills in lab operations.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, operate, and maintain aerosol instrumentation (ACSM, SMPS).
• Lead data processing and analysis for ACSM and SMPS.
• Mentor a graduate student during deployments.
• Engage in outreach with a 4H Youth Development specialist for hands-on workshops.
• Assist with dissemination through proposals and manuscripts.

Skills

Instrument calibration

Data analysis

Python/R

Communication skills

Lab operations

Safety practices

Education

PhD in chemistry or related field

Tools

ACSM

SMPS

CI-ToF-MS

Job description

The Kenagy Lab at the University of Minnesota is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead field campaigns on particle formation chemistry in agricultural regions. The position focuses on deploying aerosol instruments and analyzing chemical data to advance air quality understanding.

The successful candidate will operate ACSM and SMPS, collaborate with Purdue partners, and contribute to publications and outreach, including hands-on youth workshops.