Position SummaryMichigan State University, Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral research associate funded by the NIEHS Superfund Research Program. The research associate will investigate dioxin sorption mechanisms by soil components, bioavailability of sorbed dioxins, and have opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborative studies in spectroscopy, soil microbiology, and/or environmental toxicology. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in environmental chemistry, soil chemistry, geochemistry, or related areas. Excellent organic analytical skills for trace levels of persistent organic compounds and mechanism-based research experience are desirable but not required. The position is available immediately or until an appropriate candidate is selected. This project is funded for 2022-2027, and work will be performed in a collaborative atmosphere among Drs. Hui Li, Stephen Boyd, and Brian Teppen at Michigan State and Cliff Johnston at Purdue. The research associate appointment will be initially offered for one year, with renewals depending on satisfactory performance.

　　Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll 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 DegreeDoctorate -Envr/soil/geo chemistry, or related

　　Minimum RequirementsPh.D. in environmental chemistry, soil chemistry, geochemistry, or related areas

　　Desired QualificationsExcellent organic analytical skills for trace levels of persistent organic compounds and mechanism-based research experience are desirable but not required

　　Required Application MaterialsCover Letter (including description of qualifications and research interests)CV (Curriculum vitae)Names and contact information of three references.Two Selected PublicationsTogether-we-will StatementThe university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}

　　Special InstructionsFor more Information contact Brian Teppen (

　　Review of Applications Begins On10/26/2022

　　Summary of Health RisksWork with animals or unfixed animal tissueRisks that have been identified by Environmental Health and Safety, such as exposure to lead, chemotherapy, formaldehyde, asbestos, etc.2,3,7,8-tetrachloro-dibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) and 14-C radiolabelled TCDDMSU StatementMichigan 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.