May 9, 2018

Postdoctoral Scientist

A position is available for a Postdoctoral Scientist in the Department of Environmental Sciences. The individual will conduct research on the design of novel functionalized carbonaceous materials for use as adsorbents or adsorbent/catalysts. One application is for nutrient capture and subsequent fertilizer value funded by the USDA. The individual is expected to undertake fundamental mechanistic studies, as well as contribute to scale-up efforts on promising systems. The individual will work independently but closely with collaborators from the University of California, Davis on the broader goals of the project. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree in a relevant field, preferably soil science or environmental engineering; be familiar with carbonaceous materials; have some experience in adsorption; have strong writing and speaking skills; and have a strong record of productivity in research. The appointment is for about 1.5 years, depending on performance and continued availability of funding.  The salary and benefits are competitive.  Applicants must submit electronically online at  https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/ the following documents merged into a single pdf file:  (1) cover letter of application addressing how the applicant meets the position requirements as listed above, including a statement of career goals; (2) current CV; (3) recent examples (1 or 2) of the applicant’s peer-reviewed publications; and (4) contact information for at least two references. For additional information contact Joe Pignatello, Chief Scientist and Head, Department of Environmental Sciences, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, 123 Huntington Street, P. O. Box 1106, New Haven, CT 06504.  joseph.pignatello@ct.gov. Closing date is June 11. Applications will be evaluated as they arrive. 

The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.