Postdoc in Environmental Microbiology: Pollutant Degradation

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark recruits for a Post Doctoral Research Associate to advance environmental microbiology research on pollutant degradation. You will work on PFAS, plastics, and 1,4-dioxane transformation pathways, using cutting-edge analytical methods and bench-scale bioreactors.

The role emphasizes independent research, collaboration across disciplines, and high-quality scientific communication in English.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Environmental Science, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology, or related fields.
• Strong hands-on experience in bacterial cultivation and nontarget analysis across pure cultures and environmental samples.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted techniques is a plus.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Collaborative spirit and passion for environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Investigate transformation pathways driving degradation of legacy and emerging pollutants.
• Employ LC/MS/MS, HRMS and bacterial cultivation/isolation techniques.
• Collaborate on bench-scale bioreactors and other biological treatment systems.
• Publish impactful research and contribute to a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Bacterial cultivation

Nontarget analysis

English communication

Education

PhD in Environmental Science/Analytical Chemistry/Microbiology

Tools

AI-assisted techniques

Job description

New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark recruits for a Post Doctoral Research Associate to advance environmental microbiology research on pollutant degradation. You will work on PFAS, plastics, and 1,4-dioxane transformation pathways, using cutting-edge analytical methods and bench-scale bioreactors.

The role emphasizes independent research, collaboration across disciplines, and high-quality scientific communication in English.