RESEARCH FELLOW

RESEARCH FELLOW

Job Summary

A post-doctoral research position at the University of Michigan (USA), under the supervision of Prof. Herek Clack, is currently available focusing on experimental studies of aerosols and airborne pathogens.

Responsibilities

• Michigan Center for Research in Influenza Transmission (MiCRIT) is one of several new NIH-funded centers focused on comprehensive studies of the mechanisms of influenza transmission. Within MiCRIT, our lab is tasked with experimentally examining the evolution and fate of influenza aerosols under laboratory-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., air temperature, relative humidity, and trace air contaminants) that are relevant to homes, child care centers, and other indoor spaces where flu can be transmitted. We are pursuing this objective through two experimental pathways: 1) controlled electrodynamic levitation of viral aerosols, and 2) aerosol pH monitoring through aerosol fluorescence. The successful candidate will lead these experimental efforts including collection and analysis of experimental data. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to conduct and oversee collection and analysis of data; preparation and presentation of findings during periodic MiCRIT meetings and relevant conferences; and preparation of manuscripts for publication. The successful candidate will serve as the principal point of contact between our lab and other MiCRIT collaborating labs, as well as the broader NIH Influenza Transmission Research Consortium (ITRC).

• Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in chemistry or chemical engineering; biology, microbiology, or biological engineering; environmental engineering; mechanical engineering; physics; or other disciplines that are demonstrably closely related to the responsibilities and qualifications described above and below.

• Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with aerosol sampling or aerosol characterization.

• Demonstrated experience with bioaerosols.

• Demonstrated experience with fluorescence spectroscopy.

• Demonstrated experience with chiral dichroism spectroscopy.

• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.

• Proficiency in project management.

• Modes of Work

• Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

• Additional Information

• The appointment is for 12 months with the possibility of an extension contingent on performance. The anticipated start date is January 15, 2027; an earlier or later start date is possible. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.

• Background Screening

• The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

• Application Deadline

• Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

• U-M EEO Statement

• The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Job Detail

• Job Opening ID

• 284290

• Working Title

• RESEARCH FELLOW

• Job Title

• RESEARCH FELLOW

• Work Location

• Ann Arbor Campus

• Ann Arbor, MI

• Modes of Work

• Onsite

• Full/Part Time

• Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary

• Regular

• FLSA Status

• Exempt

• Organizational Group

• College Engineering

• Department

• CoE Civil & Environmental Engr

• Posting Begin/End Date

• 10/14/2026 - 11/17/2026

Salary

63,480.00 -

Career Interest

Research Fellows