CEE Postdoctoral Associate/Fellow

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon offers a unique interdisciplinary program that enables you to develop imaginative solutions to real-world engineering problems. With access to cutting-edge research and technology, high achieving, energetic – yet approachable – faculty, and an innovative and flexible curriculum, we consistently rank among the top engineering programs by US News and World Report.

Carnegie Mellon University’s department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is searching for a Postdoctoral Associate/Fellow in environmental engineering/chemistry.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by designing and conducting fundamental experiments related to PFAS adsorption and degradation, preparing manuscripts and research reports, co-advising graduate student research, assisting in proposal writing, and presenting findings at national and international professional conferences.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related field to analyze the collected data.

• Conduct research experiments within the predetermined research scope and methodology of department and university.

• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies may be required depending on area and specialty.

• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations.  May also assist in grant writing.

• Other duties as assigned.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Civil and Environmental Engineering department.  Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Problem solving and reasoning skills

Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree (required)

• Experience managing PhD/MS students and preparing and submitting research proposals is desirable.

• Or a combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity?! Apply today!

CMU’s COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: As a condition of employment, Carnegie Mellon University requires all staff and faculty working in the United States to be fully vaccinated, including a booster when eligible, against COVID-19. Prior to commencement of employment, new hires in the United States must provide proof of vaccination or obtain an approved exemption. (Exemptions may be requested for medical reasons or for religious or strong moral or ethical conviction.) Those granted an exemption must comply with all applicable COVID-19 mitigation requirements. The most up-to-date information on CMU’s COVID-19 mitigation requirements can be found here: Minimum Requirements to Return to Campus .

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Pre/Post-Doctoral Associates & Fellows

Position Type

Postdoctoral Associate / Fellow (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

More Information: 

• Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon ” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. 

• Click here to view a listing of employee benefits

• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. 

• Statement of Assurance

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon offers a unique interdisciplinary program that enables you to develop imaginative solutions to real-world engineering problems. With access to cutting-edge research and technology, high achieving, energetic – yet approachable – faculty, and an innovative and flexible curriculum, we consistently rank among the top engineering programs by US News and World Report.

Carnegie Mellon University’s department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is searching for a Postdoctoral Associate/Fellow in environmental engineering/chemistry.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by designing and conducting fundamental experiments related to PFAS adsorption and degradation, preparing manuscripts and research reports, co-advising graduate student research, assisting in proposal writing, and presenting findings at national and international professional conferences.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related field to analyze the collected data.

• Conduct research experiments within the predetermined research scope and methodology of department and university.

• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies may be required depending on area and specialty.

• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations.  May also assist in grant writing.

• Other duties as assigned.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Civil and Environmental Engineering department.  Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Problem solving and reasoning skills

Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree (required)

• Experience managing PhD/MS students and preparing and submitting research proposals is desirable.

• Or a combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity?! Apply today!

CMU’s COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: As a condition of employment, Carnegie Mellon University requires all staff and faculty working in the United States to be fully vaccinated, including a booster when eligible, against COVID-19. Prior to commencement of employment, new hires in the United States must provide proof of vaccination or obtain an approved exemption. (Exemptions may be requested for medical reasons or for religious or strong moral or ethical conviction.) Those granted an exemption must comply with all applicable COVID-19 mitigation requirements. The most up-to-date information on CMU’s COVID-19 mitigation requirements can be found here: Minimum Requirements to Return to Campus .

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Pre/Post-Doctoral Associates & Fellows

Position Type

Postdoctoral Associate / Fellow (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

More Information: 

• Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon ” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. 

• Click here to view a listing of employee benefits

• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. 

• Statement of Assurance