Post-Doctoral Research Associate - IWH

Post-Doctoral Research Associate - IWH

Job ID : 283564

Location : Georgia Southern - Savannah

Full / Part Time : Full Time

Regular / Temporary : Regular

About Us

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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral / R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical / urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

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Location

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Institute for Water and Health

Job Summary

The Post-Doctoral Research Associate will join multidisciplinary Institute for Water and Health staff and affiliated faculty, co-develop and conduct research projects that address issues related to water quality, water and wastewater management with a specific focus on risk assessment. As a part of IWH team, the successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art water environment research laboratory facilities, resources, and IWH networks.

Employment contingent on availability of soft grant / contract funds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct self-directed and directed research as described in contracts, grants, and other externally funded projects
• Design and implement high-impact research projects including but not limited to : occurrence, fate and transport of emerging microbial and chemical contaminants in water environment, microbial source tracking, wastewater surveillance, and others
• Develop manuscripts and presentations containing results of assigned research findings
• Assist with development, edit and review project proposals, presentations, and reports
• Manage assignments to graduate assistants and student employees as needed
• Oversee student researchers during field and laboratory experiment
• Oversee data analysis and data management
• Disseminate research results to scientific audiences through peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and other media

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Required Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Proposed Salary

$65,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE

SKILLS

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on March 31, 2025.

Contact Information

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USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at policymanual / section6 / C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Employment contingent on availability of soft grant / contract funds.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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