Position Summary
A full-time Research Associate position is available in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the Institute of Global Health at Michigan State University under the supervision of Dr. Irene Xagoraraki and Dr. William Cunningham. Strong molecular microbiology/environmental virology laboratory skills are desired for the position, and a willingness to travel to Iquitos, Peru, for sample collection. The Research Associate will work on a project focused on environmental/wastewater surveillance to identify endemic and emerging diseases in global settings, including Latin America. This position will involve molecular microbiology laboratory and data analysis-related work. The position will require strong communication and leadership skills, proposal writing skills, and the ability to collaborate with scientists, engineers, and public health professionals on a fast-paced project. We are looking to fill the position ASAP. This is a one-year fixed-term appointment with the possibility of renewal based on the availability of funding, satisfactory performance, 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 -Engineering or equivalent
Minimum Requirements
- PhD degree in Environmental Engineering, Molecular Microbiology, Virology, or a closely related field.
- Significant experience in molecular microbiology laboratory work.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a team setting and be highly self-motivated.
- Ability and willingness to travel to Iquitos Peru for sample collection.
Desired Qualifications
Required Application Materials
- A Research Statement
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact information of two professional references
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) statement
Special Instructions
For full consideration, applications should be received by September 25, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis thereafter until position is filled.
Review of Applications Begins On
09/25/2024
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.
