Postdoctoral Research Associate - PFAS Analytical Chemistry

Iowa State University - College of Design; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

Retirement benefits

Generous vacation, holiday, and sick

Life insurance and long-term disabled

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

WorkFlex options

Job summary

Iowa State University - College of Design seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to a multidisciplinary PFAS research program. The role involves animal exposure studies, analytical chemistry, and molecular analyses to understand ovarian responses to PFAS exposure.

The successful candidate will quantify PFAS, perform hormone analyses, design experiments, and assist in data interpretation. Collaboration with graduate students and manuscript preparation are integral parts of the

Qualifications

• PhD in Reproductive Biology, Toxicology or related field required.
• Experience with analytical chemistry (HPLC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS) preferred.
• Experience with PFAS research and animal exposure studies.

Responsibilities

• PFAS quantification using HPLC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS.
• Molecular analyses and steroid hormone quantification.
• Experimental design and sample management.
• Manuscript preparation and maintaining detailed records.
• Training and mentoring graduate students in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

PFAS research

Animal handling

Molecular laboratory analyses

Statistics & coding

Education

PhD in Reproductive Biology, Toxicology or related field

Tools

HPLC-MS/MS

LC-MS/MS

Western blotting

Immunofluorescent staining

Job description

Position Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate - PFAS Analytical Chemistry

Appointment Type

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to a collaborative, multidisciplinary research program focused on understanding the molecular and phenotypic ovarian responses to PFAS exposure.

The successful candidate will conduct animal exposure studies, perform molecular and analytical laboratory techniques, and support the collection, analysis, and interpretation of research data.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

• PFAS quantification using HPLC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS
• molecular analyses
• steroid hormone quantification
• experimental design
• manuscript preparation
• maintaining detailed research records
• managing laboratory sample inventories
• training and mentoring graduate students in a collaborative research environment

Required Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Reproductive Biology, Toxicology or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in analytical chemistry, including HPLC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, and chemical extraction techniques.
• Experience in PFAS research and/or toxicology.
• Experience with animal handling, exposure studies, and biological data collection.
• Experience with molecular laboratory analyses, including western blotting and immunofluorescent staining.
• Experience with statistical analysis and coding in Python or R.

Department/Program & College Description

Our commitment is to educate and prepare students for productive and gratifying careers in animal production, veterinary medicine and the diverse areas of animal business and industry. Instruction, research and outreach programs are led by 46 faculty, many of whom are internationally recognized, with expertise in breeding and genetics, genomics, nutrition, physiology, meat science and meat processing, animal well-being and management. These programs and disciplinary focus areas include beef cattle, dairy cattle, horses, poultry, swine, sheep, companion animals, laboratory animals and zoo animals.

Department Unit/Website

Department of Animal Science

Candidate Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Contract & Compensation

• Time Type: Full time
• Pay Grade: Post Docs

Benefits

• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work.

Equal Opportunity

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

Compensation Information

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub.

Institutional Statements

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land‑grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that f...