Job ID
365733
Location
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Application Deadline
January 3, 2025
About the Job
Position Title
Post-Doctoral Researcher
Anticipated Start Date
April 1, 2025
Employer & Funding
The employer is the University of Minnesota. The funding is from the U.S. National Science Foundation’s joint program with the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), United Kingdom.
Duration
Appointment is 1 year full-time and renewable for 2nd and 3rd years upon satisfactory progress.
Position Description
The Post-Doctoral Researcher will be mentored by Dr. Brandy Toner (University of Minnesota) and will measure the physical and chemical properties of marine colloids and particles.
Job Duties
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- Conduct original research on the interactions of iron and organic matter in the marine photic zone using synchrotron X-ray spectromicroscopy, advanced electron microscopy, and complementary analytical approaches (50%);
- Participate in 4-5 oceanographic expeditions from Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BATS) (15%);
- Participate in synchrotron instrument time (5%);
- Prepare research findings for peer review publication (25%);
- Communicate regularly with supervisors, mentors, and project collaborators (5%).
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
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- Ph.D. in chemistry, oceanography, aqueous geochemistry, or a related discipline;
- At least one prior experience in shipboard oceanographic field work or related experience;
- Prior experience with analytical chemistry;
- Demonstrated scientific publication record;
- Demonstrated effective communication skills in a variety of settings (daily workplace interactions, project planning and outcomes, collaborative interactions, written reports, and presentations);
- Ability to work with and maintain professional relationships with collaborators and co-
workers.
Preferred Qualifications
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- Prior experience with trace metal clean sample collection and analytical procedures;
- Prior experience with synchrotron X-ray microscopy or electron microscopy techniques;
About the Department
This position is in the Toner Lab in the Department of Soil, Water and Climate in CFANS on the St. Paul, MN campus of the University of Minnesota.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $61,008 starting salary
Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
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- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
- Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section. This position requires that you attach: CV/resume, Cover Letter, and list of three professional references.
Application Date
For full consideration, apply by January 3, 2025.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.
HIRING MANAGER
Dr. Brandy Toner ([email protected])
Diversity
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Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).