​Associate Research Scientist, IIHR

Education Requirement: 

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health, or related fields.   

Required Qualifications:

• At least three years of experience at a Postdoctoral Scholar level or above.
• Prior experience and significant expertise in method development for analysis of complex environmental samples, including water, air and heterogeneous media, and/or biospecimen samples (e.g., whole blood, serum, urine, breast milk).
• Prior experience and significant expertise with analysis of environmental and/or biospecimen samples via liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS).
• Demonstrated expertise in the routine operation and maintenance of instrumentation involved in the analysis of environmental and biological samples.  
• Prior experience in developing and maintaining appropriate QA/QC standards and protocols associated with laboratory analysis of environmental and biological standards.
• Prior experience managing complex data flows, including translating data into reports that can be shared with diverse stakeholder groups.  
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, including a strong record of publication (e.g., lead and/or corresponding author) in peer-reviewed scientific journals.  
• A valid driver’s license and continued compliance with the standards of the University Driving Policy (University of Iowa Operations Manual Part V, Chapter 19).
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with the design and implementation of field sampling campaigns for collection of complex environmental samples across a range of matrices (e.g., soil, water, sediment).
• Experience drafting and/or contributing to original grant proposals in environmental health.  

Application Details

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. 

For questions, contact Alex Schutman at Alex-Schutman@uiowa.edu

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Pay level 6A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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