[ES_JOBS_NET] PhD position in the chemistry of microbial exudates, NC State University

[Owen Duckworth]

*GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP AVAILABLE*



*Understanding rare earth element uptake mechanisms used by bacteria*



*Essential Responsibilities:*

We seek an exceptional PhD student to conduct NSF-funded independent
research on biological exudates that solubilize rare earth elements (REYs).
Until recently, REY were not known to be used by biology, and this study
seeks to determine how bacteria that utilize REYs take them up from the
environment by conducting laboratory experiments to produce and
characterize REY binding exudates produced by bacteria. Activities may
include using microbiology, analytical chemistry, spectroscopy, and wet
chemical techniques to better understand the structure and reactivity of
exudates utilized in REY uptake. Opportunities exist to interact closely
with a group of distinguished intramural and extramural collaborators,
including at the University of Georgia and National Laboratories.



Related activities include laboratory work; data collection at national
laboratories; supervising and mentoring undergraduate students; outreach to
high school students and teachers; data analysis; report, manuscript, and
proposal preparation; and presentation of research at local, regional, and
national meetings.



*Qualifications:*

A M.S. degree in chemistry, geology, environmental engineering,
microbiology, soil science, or a related discipline is required. An
exceptional student with a B.S. in one of the above fields may also be
considered. Demonstrated excellence in academics, and written and oral
communication skills.



*Location:*

The student will have Crop and Soil Science, Plant and Microbial Biology,
or Entomology and Plant Pathology, or Chemistry as a home department,
working closely with Duckworth (https://duckworth.wordpress.ncsu.edu/),
Baars (https://baarslab.wordpress.ncsu.edu/), and Hyman (
https://cals.ncsu.edu/plant-and-microbial-biology/people/mrhyman/)
laboratories. The Raleigh-Durham area consistently ranks among the best
places to live in the United States, largely due to its vibrant
intellectual community and ample access to recreational and cultural
activities.



*For more information and informal consideration:*

Please send a CV, a list of 3 references, and cover letter to Owen
Duckworth (owen_duckworth at ncsu.edu). The position has an anticipated start
date of January or August 2023.

-- 
Owen Duckworth
Professor of Soil Biogeochemistry
University Faculty Scholar
3208 Williams Hall, 101 Derieux Street
Campus Box 7620
Department of Crop and Soil Sciences
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7619, USA
https://duckworth.wordpress.ncsu.edu/
Phone: (919) 513-1577
Fax: (919)  515-7959
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