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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Chemical & Environmental Engineering

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Jan 10, 2026

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Chemical & Environmental Engineering
Posting Number	req24856
Department	Chemical & Environmental Engr
Department Website Link	https://chee.engineering.arizona.edu/
Location	Main Campus
Address	1133 E. James E. Rogers Way, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights	The Water Resiliency Program at the University of Arizona, Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering is seeking candidates for Postdoctoral Research Associates to perform research on the water-energy nexus for solar enabled inland desalination under the direction of Associate Professor Kerri Hickenbottom. The Water Resiliency Program is part of the Water Reuse Consortium between the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), the University of Southern California, the University of Arizona, and the University of Nevada, Reno. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Perform experimentation on pilot-scale solar desalination system and analyze data. Perform modeling work on solar enabled desalination. Present research findings at scientific meetings and conferences. Participate in Water Reuse Consortium meetings. Participate in grant writing activities. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The successful applicant is expected to have a background in membrane processes for water and wastewater treatment and a comprehensive, system-level understanding of the interplay between water and energy systems. Candidates must have a background in experimental approaches and data analysis for pilot-scale membrane-based water treatment systems, modeling and optimization of desalination and/or energy systems, and techno-economic assessment of advanced water treatment systems.
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in Environmental Engineering. Selected applicant must have PhD conferred upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous history of published research in peer-reviewed journals. Previous history of conference presentations. Experience with laboratory management and interacting with stakeholders within and beyond the University of Arizona.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	NIH salary guidelines-Depends on Experience
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Kerri Hickenbottom \| klh15@arizona.edu
Open Date	1/8/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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