Job postings Research Associate-Fixed Term Back to search results Apply now Job no: 937550 Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources Department:Biosystems And Agricultural Engineering 10002038 Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Agriculture, Engineers/Architects, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union Position Summary The computational ecohydrology research group led by Dr. Nejadhashemi is seeking a qualified research associate to model and investigate the fate and transport of poly/per-fluoroalkylated substances (PFAS) at the field and regional scales. The selected candidate will be working on evaluating the short and long-term effectiveness of novel remediation technologies for removing PFAS from contaminated sites. The candidate will take a lead role in directing existing research projects and developing PFAS grant proposals. For this purpose, the candidate should have a hydrogeology research background and be able to develop and work with hydrogeochemical models. The modeling phase requires the candidate to develop 2D/3D numerical models to simulate complex mechanisms in PFAS fate and transport in groundwater layers, the vadose zone, and the unsaturated zone. Moreover, the candidate should be able to modify existing physically-based models to simulate the impact of precursors on the PFAS terminal compounds and the PFAS non-linear sorption at the solid phase, aqueous phase, and water-air interface, which are not available in conventional modeling tools. Candidates with strong and demonstrable programming language skills (e.g., Fortran, Python, SQL) are highly desirable. 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 Minimum Requirements Doctorate -Ph.D. Degree in Civil/Biological Engineering, Hydrology, or Water Quality. Desired Qualifications Experience in SWAT, MODFLOW Integration, PFAS fate, and transport Modeling. Required Application Materials Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references. Special Instructions Please contact Dr. Nejadhashemi atpouyan@msu.edufor more information. Review of Applications Begins On 04/16/2024 Website https://www.canr.msu.edu/bae/ 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: Mar 29, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time