Requisition Number | S3405P |
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Home Org Name | Chemical Engineering |
Division Name | Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering |
Position Title | Research Associate |
Job Class Code | HA02 |
Appointment Status | Full-time |
Part-time FTE | |
Limited Term | Yes |
Limited Term Length | |
Job Summary | The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering's Chemical Engineering department is seeking candidates for a Research Associate position. The candidate requires a strong back ground and experience in the preparation, characterization and application of flocculants and adsorbents in wastewater treatment. This role will be responsible for the development and optimization of novel flocculants and adsorbents , design and conduct experiment, work with internal and external partners to ensure the efficient progress of projects and guide graduate students for research. The individual is expected to independently identify and solve research problems through novel scientific approaches, demonstrate high technoeconomic awareness and sensitivity. About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.
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Minimum Qualifications |
Education and Experience: Level I: Masters degree in discipline appropriate to position and no experience. Level II: Masters degree in discipline appropriate to position and 2 years experience. Level III: Masters degree in discipline appropriate to position and 4 years experience, including at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent. Level IV: Masters degree in discipline appropriate to position and 6 years experience, including at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent. Substitutions allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience. |
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Minimum Skills and Abilities | Degree in content specific area of research. Extensive knowledge of flocculants and absorbents in wastewater treatment. Strong experience in advanced analytic techniques, especially in HPLC, GC and GC/MS. Good experimental design and data analysis capabilities. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. |
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Minimum License and Certifications |
Desired Qualifications | Experience in higher education Expertise in advanced analytical techniques |
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Salary Range | $38,600 - $92,500 |
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Job Category | Research |
Working Hours if Non-Traditional | |
City position is located in: | Auburn |
State position is located: | Alabama |
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Posting Date | 02/12/2024 |
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EEO Statement | Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. |
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