About the position
The Faculty of Chemistry, Biotechnology and Food sciences (KBM) at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) is advertising a 3 (three) year PhD fellowship with the option for extension to four years. The project is related to method development for the quantification of emerging organic pollutants in the Nordic aqueous environment.
The PhD position is jointly funded by three externally supported project. The successful candidate will contribute to the GREW project (pollutant in recycled grey water resources), FEARLESS (novel poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in coastal environments as well as to the recently established EU partnership for the assessment of risks from chemicals (PARC).
The research project will focus on method development and scientific support of field experiments. All projects will require method development and validation including quality control procedures for trace level quantification of emerging organic chemicals of emerging concern (CECs) in marine water and biota).
The successful candidate will also be involved in the investigation of environmental consequences of such chemicals and assist in applying toxicological risk assessment methods. In addition to non-target analysis and target suspect screening, a major focus of the research will be laid upon method development for laboratory- and field experiments. The candidate will apply and operate highly advanced trace analytical technologies (LC-qToF, LC-QqQ, GCxGC-ToF, GC-qToF for quantification and identification).
The applicant should notice that a MSc in chemistry or equal qualification is required.
Main tasks
The successful candidate will
- develop and optimize multi-component organic-analytical methods for the quantitative determination of Chemicals of emerging concern (CECs) by actively using advanced high resolution chromatographic methods and mass selective detection.
- be instrumental in conducting field and laboratory experiments for fate and risk assessment.
- contribute to the already ongoing environmental studies and co-supervise ongoing Bachelor and Master level student projects. In Collaboration with associated research groups in the faculty of veterinary medicine at NMBU.
- apply modern method evaluation strategies in organic trace analysis and comprehensive statistical method for interpretation of complex chemical and exposure data.
A deliberation for this position has been compiled.
Join ArcSolution in Protecting the Arctic
The Arctic is undergoing rapid transformations due to climate change and pollution from both local and distant sources, significantly affecting human life, wildlife, and ecosystems. ArcSolution, at Nord University, is committed to addressing these challenges through a holistic “One Health” approach, which integrates local and Indigenous knowledge with scientific research across four key Arctic locations: Northern Finland, Svalbard, Northern Norway, and Greenland. Learn more at arcsolution.eu.
ArcSolution's focus is on key pollutants such as mercury, plastics, and pathogens, and their impacts on ecosystems and human health. Collaborating closely with local communities, the ArcSolution team is dedicated to developing sustainable solutions that incorporate circular economy principles, locally adapted technologies, and effective chemical management. It's findings will be disseminated to schools, policymakers, industry, and the scientific community to promote sustainable actions for a healthier Arctic.
As part of its priority research, ArcSolution is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated early-career scientist with expertise in analytical chemistry. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in evaluating and implementing locally anchored mitigation strategies to reduce or eliminate waterborne pollution in Arctic settlements and environments.
Join the team in making a meaningful impact on the Arctic's future.
Questions? Contact Roland Kallenborn at roland.kallenborn@nmbu.no.