EAWAG Dübendorf, Eidg. Anstalt für Wasser-, Abwasserreinigung & Gewässerschutz

Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field of Environmental Organic Analytical Chemistry

📍 8600 Dübendorf

Role and responsibilities

Develop non-target workflows further by improving analytical and data mining methods and apply them to environmental samples. Contribute ideas and to other projects in the department. Contribute to a practical course on organic trace analysis of ETH Zurich and supervise master students in support of the research program.

Team / description

Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, is an internationally networked aquatic research institute within the ETH Domain (Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology). Eawag conducts research, education and expert consulting to achieve the dual goals of meeting direct human needs for water and maintaining the function and integrity of aquatic ecosystems.

The Department of Environmental Chemistry (Uchem) has a vacancy for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field of Environmental Organic Analytical Chemistry. Current main topics of the group are analysis of polar compounds and their transformation products in various environmental matrices using LC-HRMS/MS and linking of the exposure to effects via machine-learning based hazard prediction and risk assessment.

At Eawag, we have a working environment in which people with different experiences, strengths, and perspectives can fully contribute and further develop. We promote genuine participation, exchange, and mutual understanding. We create structures that enable the compatibility of work and other areas of life, such as care work, and continuously make efforts to reduce barriers.

Qualifications and Skills

  • A doctoral degree in environmental or analytical chemistry, environmental engineering and a strong interest in data sciences and interdisciplinary research.

  • Previous hands-on experience with high resolution mass spectrometry or/and data sciences would be an advantage.

  • A creative individual with strong interest to work in a team, communication skills and excellent time management abilities.

  • Analytical thinking, problem-solving attitude, flexibility, ability to work independently and communicate clearly are all essential for this position.

  • Excellent academic records and fluency in written and spoken English.