PhD Position – Development of new bioassays to detect endocrine disruptor compounds in aquatic environments: Baylor University, Texas.

School: Baylor University

Location: Waco, TX

Job Category: Graduate Assistantships

Website: http://www.baylor.edu/environmentalscience/index.php?id=934724

Salary: TBD

Last Date to Apply: 01/02/2017

 

Description:

     The environmental toxicology group at Baylor University is welcoming applications for a PhD assistantship. The prospective candidate will work in Dr. Ramon Lavado’s group in the Environmental Science Department at Baylor University using new state-of-the-art biological chemistry laboratory instrumentation.
The focus of the PhD will be on the development of new in vitro bioassays (cell-based assays) to detect endocrine disruptor compounds in the environment and the evaluation of biotransformation mechanisms for their use as biomarkers in in vitro systems (primary cells and cell lines) and in vertebrates/invertebrates. The position will focus on integrating biotransformation studies of organic pollutants with toxicity studies.
     Baylor's Department of Environmental Science is one of the University's most dynamic departments. Our faculty are dedicated to educating students in the cutting edge scientific principles and techniques that are used to evaluate and solve essential environmental problems. Our goal is to provide a community where students can learn to be stewards of our natural resources. Current research areas include air and water quality, climate change, environmental toxicology and chemistry, risk assessment, applied ecology, and ecosystem management. For more information on graduate studies at Baylor: http://www.baylor.edu/environmentalscience/ .

Qualifications:

     Prospective candidates are expected to have a working background in biology, toxicology and chemistry and to have completed a Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree. Prior research experience preferred but not required. Anticipated start date will be between April and August 2017. The successful candidate will receive a competitive stipend with health insurance and full tuition waiver.
     Interested applicants should send a one-page statement of research interests and full resume to Dr. Ramon Lavado at ramon_lavado@baylor.edu. Or they can apply directly on-line at: https://www.baylor.edu/environmentalscience/index.php?id=77804 Applications must be received by January 2, 2017 to receive full consideration.