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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">The Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) at the University of Georgia is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Aquatic Biogeochemistry. The
successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team investigating the biogeochemical processes controlling the sequestration, bioaccumulation, toxicity and transport of contaminant metals in constructed and natural wetland, and riparian systems. Responsibilities
include assisting with ongoing studies on water and sediment chemistry including metal analysis using ICP-MS and ICP-OES. However, there will be opportunities for collaborations with other researchers focused on contaminant bioaccumulation and ecotoxicology
in macroinvertebrates. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">Qualifications: A Ph.D. in an ecological/environmental science with a strong chemistry background and experience in water quality and metal analysis. Research experience
in wetland studies is highly desirable.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">The successful applicant is expected to demonstrate commitment to timely completion of deliverables, commitment to publication of results in peer-reviewed journals,
and strong potential to work collaboratively with other scientist from multiple disciplines. The successful applicant also is expected to assist with training graduate and undergraduate students involved in these research programs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">Savannah River Ecology Laboratory:
</span></b><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">The position is located at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory in Aiken, SC.
<span style="color:black">The Savannah River Ecology Laboratory is a research unit of the University of Georgia located on the 801 km<sup>2</sup> Savannah River Site, a Department of Energy facility near Aiken, SC. With a staff of over 90 faculty, postdocs,
research professionals, technicians, and graduate students, the laboratory pursues basic and applied research at multiple levels of ecological organization, from atoms to ecosystems. SREL also provides opportunities for graduate and undergraduate research
training, and service to the community through environmental outreach. Throughout its 60+ year history SREL has strived to acquire and communicate knowledge that contributes to sound ecological stewardship.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">Applications will be reviewed starting June 1, 2015 and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified. The initial appointment will be for 1 year with
the possibility for renewal. Salary will be $35,000 per year plus benefits.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">To apply, please send a 1) cover letter summarizing your research interests and qualifications for the position, 2) a CV, and 3) names and contact information for three
references to Gary Mills: </span><a href="mailto:glmills@uga.edu"><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">glmills@uga.edu</span></a><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif"">.
</span><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif";color:black">Finalists will be required by University policy (</span><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif";color:blue">www.hr.uga.edu</span><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif";color:black">) to provide
a signed consent form authorizing the University to conduct a background check. Actual background investigations will be conducted on a post-offer/pre-employment basis. The starting date is negotiable, but October 1, 2015 is preferred.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><i><span style="font-family:"Georgia","serif";color:black">The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Gary L. Mills, Ph.D.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Associate Research Scientist<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Savannah River Ecology Laboratory<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Adjunct Associate Professor<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Department of Geology<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">University of Georgia<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Office: 803-725-5368<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Cell: 803-270-3163<o:p></o:p></p>
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