Postdoc in Polymer Environmental Toxicology & Risk Assessment

Job Overview

The P&G Digital Accelerator@UC is seeking a PhD environmental scientist or biologist for a 24-month post-doctoral position. The successful candidate will lead innovative experiments to evaluate the environmental hazard of water-soluble polymers.

Essential Functions

• Biological hazard assessment: Lead the design and laboratory execution of experiments to characterize the effects of water-soluble polymers on aquatic organisms under environmentally relevant conditions.
• Experimental Innovation: Develop and refine testing strategies that account for complex polymer behaviors (e.g., sorption, bioavailability, and physical effects) in "wet lab" environments.
• Data Synthesis: Perform advanced data analysis and statistical modeling to interpret complex dose-response relationships and integrate findings into environmental risk assessment frameworks.
• Collaborative Research: Work within a multi-functional team of toxicologists, chemists, and regulatory experts to translate experimental data into environmental safety models.

Required Education

• PhD Degree in environmental science including environmental toxicology, environmental risk assessment biology, or closely related life science fields.

Required Experience

• Capable of independently designing and executing experiments, data interpretation, and identifying appropriate follow-up strategies.
• Strong experimental design and troubleshooting skills.
• Solid understanding of chemical phys/chem properties.
• Engage in trainings that is needed for job performance such as safety, data analysis and quality control.

Additional Qualifications

• Considered Strong “wet lab” skills, hands-on laboratory experience with standard environmental science model organisms (e.g., Daphnia).
• Experience with standard regulatory environmental hazard methods will be preferred (e.g., OECD/EPA/ISO methods for algae, invertebrates, fish alternative approaches).
• Demonstrated attention to detail is critical. Must be able to critically evaluate complex data sets and apply new approaches to solve complex environmental testing questions.
• The individual must be a team player with a “Roll up your sleeves” attitude and able to partner with a multi-functional team to define and execute against experimental requirements.
• Excellent adaptability and flexibility, and most importantly excellent learning capabilities with open mindset.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation And Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission
• Robust Retirement Plans
• Real Work-Life Balance
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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