Research Associate-Fixed Term
- Employer
- Michigan State University
- Location
- East Lansing
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Food Science And Hum Nutrition Anr 10002348
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Full Time (90-100%), Fixed Term Academic Staff, Research/Scientific, Non-Union
Position Summary
Contribute to research on early life environmental exposures and child health as part of ongoing projects in the lab of Dr. Courtney Carignan at Michigan State University. Lead analysis and manuscripts on exposure assessment of environmental chemicals (i.e., flame retardants and PFAS) and their associations with infant and child health outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated mentor in a supportive research environment, train in epidemiologic methods, exposure science, environmental epidemiology, and manuscript/grant writing, and pursue career development activities and present at professional conferences.
The initial appointment period will be for 1 year, with possibility of extension based on the successful achievement of work goals and the availability of funds.
Required DegreeDoctorate -Epidemiology, Environmental Health Scien
Minimum RequirementsCandidates must have an PhD in epidemiology, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, or related field. Programming and data management skills in SAS as well as excellent writing skills.
Desired QualificationsExperience in reproductive and/or children’s environmental health research and statistical approaches to assess exposure mixtures.
Required Application MaterialsTo apply, please submit letter of interest, current CV, and the names and contact information for three references.
Review of Applications Begins On11/26/2019
Websitehttps://www.canr.msu.edu/fshn/
MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Nov 12, 2019 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Nov 11, 2020 Eastern Standard Time
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U.S. News & World Report ranks MSU
- 29th among the nation’s public universities
- First in the nation for 19 years for graduate programs in elementary and secondary education
- First in the nation for graduate programs in nuclear physics and industrial and organizational psychology
- First in the nation for undergraduate program in supply chain
Recognized for 11 consecutive years as one of the top 100 universities in the world by Shanghai Jiao Tong University in its annual Academic Ranking of World Universities
Ranks 46th among public universities for in-state students in Kiplinger’s 2013 edition of Best Values in Public Colleges
Silver rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s STARS program, which measures and encourages sustainability in education and research; operations; and planning, administration, and engagement
Member of the prestigious 62-member Association of American Universities
Only university in the country with on-campus medical schools graduating allopathic (MD) and osteopathic (DO) physicians, and veterinarians (DVMs)
Among the largest single-campus residence hall system in the country with 27 halls in five neighborhoods and two apartment villages.
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