Environmental
Geochemistry
Laboratory
Department of Earth & Environmental Science
College of Sciences
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249
Phone: (210)-458-5168 Fax: (210)-458-4469
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Post Doctoral Associate
Job Description
A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Environmental
Geochemistry Lab. The position is initially for one year, which may be
extended for one more year depending on satisfactory progress and funding
availability. Work will focus on biogeochemistry and phytoremediation of
metals in contaminated soils. Interested applicants need to send a cover
letter detailing research experience, current CV, and three letters of
recommendation (preferably by e-mail) to: Dr. Dibyendu Sarkar or Dr.
Rupali Datta, Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University of
Texas at San Antonio, 6900 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78249-0663.
Email: dibyendu.sarkar@utsa.edu
or rupali.datta@utsa.edu
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will be experienced in operating analytical
instruments such as ICP-MS, AAS, CHNS, HPLC, GC etc. A Ph.D. in Soil
Chemistry, Plant Biochemistry, Environmental Geochemistry or Environmental
Engineering or a related field is required. Experience with
soil/water/plant chemical techniques and a good publication record is
required. The position is primarily greenhouse and laboratory-based, but
trips to field sites for sample collection is necessary. For more
information on ongoing research in the lab, visit http://www.utsa.edu/egl.
Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until
the position is filled. This is a benefited position and salary is
commensurate with experience. The University of Texas at San Antonio is
an equal employment opportunity employer. Minorities and women are
strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary Approximately $30,000 plus full benefits.
Start Date As soon as possible
Contact Information:
Dr. Dibyendu Sarkar or Dr. Rupali Datta
Department of Earth and Environmental Science
University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX78249-0663
email: dibyendu.sarkar@utsa.edu or rupali.datta@utsa.edu
Ph: (210) 458-5453/5168; Fax: (210) 458-4469
Posting Date: 01/01/2007