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Research Associate-Fixed Term

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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff

Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Engineering

Department:Civil And Environmental Engineering 10016148

Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Engineers/Architects, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

Position Summary

A full-time position (85% research and 15% teaching) is available in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan State University under the supervision of Dr. Irene Xagoraraki. The candidate will contribute to a project focused on wastewater surveillance to identify endemic and emerging diseases. This collaborative effort involves the City of Detroit, local health departments, the Great Lakes Water Authority, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Responsibilities include molecular microbiology laboratory work and data analysis. Strong communication and leadership skills and the ability to collaborate with scientists, engineers, and public health professionals in a fast-paced environment are essential. Additionally, the successful candidate must be capable of teaching a traditional undergraduate environmental course. We aim to fill this position as soon as possible. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on performance, funding, and mutual agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Environmental Engineering

Minimum Requirements

• Earned PhD degree in environmental engineering or a related field.

• Significant experience (including published papers) related to wastewater-based epidemiology projects in urban areas in the US.

• Must be capable of teaching a traditional undergraduate environmental course.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work well in a team setting and be highly self-motivated.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong laboratory skills and data analysis skills.

• Significant experience (including published papers) related to wastewater-based epidemiology projects in urban areas in the US.

• Certification for College Teaching at MSU next week (3-day workshop).

Required Application Materials

• One-page research statement

• Resume

Review of Applications Begins On

07/05/2024

Website

https://www.egr.msu.edu/cee/

Department Statement

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan State University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community. By collaborating with faculty, staff, and students, the department develops programs and resources that support curricular and co-curricular success and prepare students for academic and professional achievement.

The CEE Department offers civil and environmental engineering degree programs specializing in structures, pavements, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, transportation, water resources, and energy/sustainability.

MSU's campus is park-like, featuring outlying research facilities and natural areas. It is located in East Lansing, next to the state capital, Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of approximately 541,000 and boasts excellent school systems and a strong emphasis on education.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: May 28, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time