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Work type:Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Fisheries And Wildlife 10002344
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife is seeking a postdoctoral Research Associate to work on a multi-disciplinary investigation of the uptake of per- and poly-fluorinated aliphatic substances (PFAS) into aquatic organisms (Daphnia magna and fathead minnow, Pimephales promelas) and assessment of toxicity of PFAS chemicals and mixtures.  The position will involve collaboration with field, laboratory, and computational experiments in the laboratories of MSU Professors Cheryl Murphy, Dan Jones, and Angela Wilson and collaborators at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the University of California-Santa Barbara, and the University of Köln.

The individual will oversee collaborative exposure experiments involving fathead minnows, in the field and in the lab, and will also work with colleagues at Oak Ridge National Lab to design similar experiments with Daphnia.   The data will be modeled using dynamic energy budget models (DEB). The individual will work with graduate students and undergraduate researchers at MSU, analytical chemists associated with Center for PFAS research at MSU, collaborators at University of California Santa Barbara for DEB modeling, collaborators with University of Cologne, US Army ERDC and Oak Ridge National Lab. The candidate will also be asked to make oral presentations at meetings and conferences, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, and contributing to the writing of manuscripts.

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.

Doctorate -in a related field

PhD in a related field is required, and experience with toxicity exposure experiments on model species, as well as experience collecting sub-organismal information (eg. transcriptomics) as well as some quantitative background and an interest in dynamic energy budget modeling.

Experience in the chemistry and dosing of PFAS chemicals, experience with fathead minnow husbandry, field work and daphnia, quantitative experience and interest in dynamic energy budget modeling. Willingness to travel to Oak Ridge National Lab to conduct daphnia exposures.

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The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife was established in 1950 with faculty drawn from several different units. Since that time, both the faculty and the issues of importance in fisheries and wildlife have changed significantly. Our Mission, Vision, and Values build on our core strengths and prepare us for continuing change in societal needs, scientific understanding, and educational priorities. Our Mission is to build local, national, and international capacities to conserve ecosystems that support fish, wildlife, and society through integrated programs in research, education, and engagement. We believe a diverse, inclusive working and learning environment enriches the department and fosters innovation in teaching, research, and engagement with partners and the public.

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Advertised:Jan 11, 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:Jan 11, 2025 Eastern Standard Time