Stevens

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Hoboken, NJ - Main Campus Full time

Job Description

The Environmental Chemistry Lab (Dr. Tao Ye) in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The postdoc will conduct independent and collaborative research in environmental chemistry and engineering, with a focus on water quality, disinfection byproducts, and data-driven approaches for understanding and controlling complex environmental processes. The position offers opportunities to work at the interface of experimental research and machine learning, contribute to high-impact journal publications, and participate in proposal development.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and conduct laboratory and/or computational research studies aligned with project objectives.

  • Analyze, interpret, and validate experimental data and computational modeling results.

  • Prepare manuscripts, figures, and supporting materials for submission to peer-reviewed journals.

  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to graduate and undergraduate students involved in research activities.

  • Maintain accurate and well-organized research documentation, protocols, and data records.

  • Support dissemination of research findings through conference presentations, posters, reports, and other scholarly outputs.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field by the start date. Experience in environmental chemistry, water treatment processes, catalysis, or data-driven modeling is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated record of scholarly publications are expected.

Department

Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering

Compensation Range

In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the annual base range for this position is $60,000–$80,000. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at:

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