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POSITION:**Post-Doctoral Researcher- LTE (Applied Water Quality Research)

SCHEDULE:

Limited Term (Fixed Term), Full Time,4/10's, 6:30 am - 5 pm, Mon-Thurs LOCATION:

Henderson, NV 89015 SALARY:

$97,058.00 per year The term of this appointment will be a maximum of 36 months. All persons hired into Limited Term (LT) positions will be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying conditions of employment.

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SUMMARY:

Under direction, independently conducts highly specialized research studies on raw and potable water to detect and analyze unregulated compounds and contaminants and develop methods for their detection and removal, using novel techniques and emerging technologies; assists in the design, execution and reporting on research studies and drafting of proposals for external research funding; and performs related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of physical, chemical, and biological drinking water treatment methods (i.e., PhD in civil/environmental engineering); possess the ability to communicate both orally (i.e., technical presentations) and in writing (i.e., peer-reviewed research articles, technical reports); will have experience performing bench-, pilot-, and full scale water quality and treatment research; and will demonstrate the ability to generate innovative research ideas. Specific experience and background with oxidation processes, ozone, nanobubbles, and emerging contaminants is desirable.

MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from a college or university with a doctorate in analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, engineering or another relevant scientific discipline.
• Knowledge and experience involving water treatment processes is required.
• A valid State of Nevada driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

: Knowledge of: Theory, principles, practices, methods, chemicals and agents used in chemical and physical analysis and testing of water; water sample preparation methods; laboratory procedures for water analysis; methods and processes used in raw water treatment, including membranes, ozone, chlorine and activated carbon; federal EPA regulations and Safe Drinking Water Act; the operation and maintenance of applicable complex, laboratory instrumentation and related computer programs and software; programmable laboratory equipment; federal EPA methodologies; the use of standard laboratory glassware, beakers, flasks, pipettes, etc.; safe laboratory practices and procedures; quality control techniques. Ability to: Design and implement scientific studies and research related to the treatment and monitoring of unregulated contaminants and formation of byproducts, utilizing newly developed and emerging analytic methods and technologies; operate a computer and complex automated/programmable laboratory instrumentation; apply principles and scientific methods to the development of new methodologies for identifying unregulated compounds and contaminants; prepare accurate reports and records of test results and special analyses; conduct original research; present scientific data clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, outside consultants and researchers and others encountered in the course of work.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of t is class, employees are regularly required to walk; talk or hear by telephone and in person; sit; climb or balance; smell; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands or arms. Employees are frequently required to stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to distinguish basic colors and shades, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communications skills; read documents or instructions; analyze and solve complex problems; observe and interpret data or information; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed and precise work; and meet time-sensitive deadlines.