[ES_JOBS_NET] Fwd: Postdoctoral Opportunity, John Jay College of the City University of New York
Christine Wiedinmyer
christin at ucar.edu
Fri May 29 12:01:19 MDT 2015
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*Postdoctoral Fellow in Mercury Chemistry/Transport *
*Employer: * *John Jay College of Criminal Justice *
*Job Number: * 4016133 (Ref.#. 7203)
*Date Posted: * 05/28/2015
*Application Deadline:* 6/21/2015
*_Job Description_*
The Mercury Laboratory at John Jay College of the City University of New
York (http://www.prismatjjay.org/carpi.html) is seeking a highly dynamic
and professional individual to serve as Postdoctoral Fellow and Student
Research Mentor for a position currently funded for 1 year.
The Mercury Laboratory has as its primary focus the investigation of the
kinetics and mechanism of mercury reduction and transport in the
environment. The laboratory has contributed significant advances in
understanding the biogeochemical cycle of mercury in soils; see
http://www.prismatjjay.org/carpicv.pdf for recent lab publications.
Under the general supervision of the Senior Scientist, the postdoctoral
fellow will perform simple-to-very-complex research, investigation, and
analytic activities. Performs many activities independently, with
varying degrees of supervision depending on the scope and complexity of
the project, the assignment, or the qualifications of the incumbent.
Will mentor undergraduate students on specific research projects. Writes
proposals and abstracts. Recruits and interviews for laboratory operations.
DUTIES
Performs research activities, records observations, and interprets
results, using established protocols; assists with complex activities;
assists in gathering, providing, and interpreting information for
routine reports. May be assigned substantial independent responsibility
for major or complex portions of a research project. Provides
professional support to the Senior Scientist, including drafting project
reports, making presentations, meeting with sponsors, and organizing
intellectual exchanges with other researchers/scholars in person or via
telecommunications.
• Trains new employees in routine processes;
• Works with technical staff and other research staff to coordinate
projects; ensures the safe operation of equipment and the effective
completion of assignments by following protocols and accurately
documenting research findings and progress;
• Consults with other researchers and authorities in the field as
appropriate;
• Assists in planning meetings, conferences, web-based communication
etc.; Maintains confidentiality as required by the project or as
directed by supervisors;
• Assists in designing measures, sampling techniques, and instruments to
measure results; follows protocols for gathering qualitative and/or
quantitative data, coding data or information, constructing data bases
using specified technology, analyzing data, maintaining data security,
and archiving data as needed;
• Keeps accurate, well-organized records;
• Performs the duties of lower level positions as needed; performs other
duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Intellectual strength in the area of mercury transport, chemistry, and
/or biogeochemistry as evidenced by areas of study, teaching,
publication and/or research background; knowledge of cutting-edge
research in the field;
• Ability to comprehend and act on assignments of varying complexity;
• Ability to handle multiple assignments;
• Ability to work on a team as well as independently;
• Ability to use effectively all research equipment and devices standard
to the field; ability to use and manage web-based technology, as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical instruments including, but not
limited to, mercury analyzers.
• Ability to perform mechanical and software setup and update of
laboratory instruments and devices.
• Ability to operate in the computer/statistical environment of the
research project
• Ability and experience authoring or co-authoring reports and papers of
substantial complexity; when assigned, ability to organize and
participate in colloquia, symposia, presentations of reports,
demonstrations, performances, etc. consistent with the scope and nature
of the project and the requirements of the sponsor;
• Ability to exercise intellectual leadership in anticipating and
resolving research issues;
• Ability to supervise and mentor high school students, undergraduate,
graduate, and laboratory personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with and convey complex concepts,
intricate processes, and sophisticated statistical findings to other
researchers, supervisors, students, sponsors, administrators, and, when
appropriate, the public; ability to listen and respond to the
concerns/ideas of others;
• Knowledge of protocols for safe conduct of research, including but not
limited to the handling of toxic substances, the study of human
subjects, and establishment of safety reporting procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
An earned Ph.D. in an appropriate field of study from an accredited
institution; and a record of research, publications, and scholarship in
a related field. Intellectual strength and experience as evidenced in
progressively responsible research experience, publications in the
field, and/or other accomplishments (e.g. significant participation in
important inventions, artistic endeavors, etc.).
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, but expected
to be in the range of $38,000-42,000. RFCUNY offers a comprehensive
benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title
and classification. Employees are also offered a pension.
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a senior college of the City
University of New York (CUNY), is a public liberal arts college that
enriches the entire learning experience by highlighting themes of
justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences.
Located steps from Lincoln Center at the cultural heart of New York
City, the college offers bachelors and masters degrees and participates
in the doctoral programs of the Graduate School of the City University
of New York. Under the leadership of its fourth president, Jeremy
Travis, the college has experienced unprecedented faculty hiring, an
expansion of its curricular offerings, and the opening in 2011 of a new
600,000 square foot building with state-of-the-art research space for
students and faculty and a variety of virtual learning settings.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively
encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to
apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek
excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.
HOW TO APPLY, REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS & CLOSING DATE
Interested candidates should send a cover letter detailing their
interest and experience relevant to the position, curriculum vitae, and
the names of three references to Anthony Carpi, Ph.D., c/o Patricia
Samperi (see below) on or before June 21, 2015.
**
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*Contact: * Patricia Samperi
Science Department
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
524 West 59th Street
New York, NY 10019
United States
Phone: 212-484-1387
Email: psamperijjay.cuny.edu
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*Employer's Web Site: * Visit employer's website
<http://www.jjay.cuny.edu>
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