Hello MSA community, I am seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a newly funded NSF project. The person hired would join a collaborative team to study the interactions of iron and organic matter in the marine photic zone. The post-doc will focus on measuring the physical and chemical properties of marine colloids and particles using synchrotron X-ray spectromicroscopy, advanced electron microscopy, and other complementary analytical approaches. If you're interested in learning more about the project you can reach me at toner@umn.edu. The details are below. take care, Brandy --- *Position Title: *Post-Doctoral Researcher *Anticipated Start Date:* April 1, 2025 *Employer & Funding: *The employer is the University of Minnesota. The funding is from the U.S. National Science Foundation’s joint program with the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), United Kingdom. *Location of Workplace: *University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, St. Paul, MN USA *Application Date:* For full consideration, apply by January 3, 2025 *Position Description: *The Post-Doctoral Researcher will be mentored by Dr. Brandy Toner (University of Minnesota) and will measure the physical and chemical properties of marine colloids and particles. The Post-Doc will have the following responsibilities: ● Conduct original research on the interactions of iron and organic matter in the marine photic zone using synchrotron X-ray spectromicroscopy, advanced electron microscopy, and complementary analytical approaches (50%); ● Participate in 4-5 oceanographic expeditions from Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BATS) (15%); ● Participate in synchrotron instrument time (5%); ● Prepare research findings for peer review publication (25%); ● Communicate regularly with supervisors, mentors, and project collaborators (5%). *Required Qualifications:* ● Ph.D. in chemistry, oceanography, aqueous geochemistry, or a related discipline; ● At least one prior experience in shipboard oceanographic field work or related experience; ● Prior experience with analytical chemistry; ● Demonstrated scientific publication record; ● Demonstrated effective communication skills in a variety of settings (daily workplace interactions, project planning and outcomes, collaborative interactions, written reports, and presentations); ● Ability to work with and maintain professional relationships with collaborators and co-workers. *Preferred Qualifications:* ● Prior experience with trace metal clean sample collection and analytical procedures; ● Prior experience with synchrotron X-ray microscopy or electron microscopy techniques; *Salary & Duration:* Base annual salary in year 1 is $61,800. Appointment is 1 year full-time and renewable for 2nd and 3rd years upon satisfactory progress. *Contact:* Brandy Toner (toner@umn.edu) with questions about the position. *Application Information: *This position is #365773. Apply on-line with the links below. Application website will request a CV/resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references. https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/int/365773 (internal to UMN) https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/365773 (external to UMN) -- Brandy M. Toner (she/they) Professor Department of Soil, Water & Climate University of Minnesota - Twin Cities