PhD Researcher in Environmental Safety

1 day ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Association Of Environmental Engineering And Science Professors Full time
Job Overview

The Association Of Environmental Engineering And Science Professors is seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to investigate the microbial and chemical safety of wastewater treatment systems.


About the Role

This PhD position will focus on evaluating the microbial and chemical safety of treated effluents from various wastewater treatment systems, including septic tanks.

The successful candidate will conduct in-depth analyses of microbial indicators—such as pathogenic bacteria and antimicrobial resistance genes—as well as investigate emerging contaminants, including microplastics, antibiotics, and PFAS.

This research aims to ensure effluent safety, thereby contributing to public health and environmental protection.


Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct microbial and chemical safety assessments of treated effluents from various wastewater treatment systems.
  • Evaluate microbial pollutants, including pathogenic bacteria and antimicrobial resistance genes, to determine effluent safety.
  • Examine contaminants such as microplastics, antibiotics, and PFAS using specialized analytical techniques.

Requirements

To be eligible for this position, candidates must hold an MSc in Microbiology, Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field.

Experience in microbial safety assessments and analysis of emerging chemical contaminants is highly desirable.

Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills (written and oral English).


Benefits

This project is financially sponsored by the Irish Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and each PhD will receive an annual stipend of €25,000, with a further €5,750 contributed to the annual fees for up to four years.


Working Environment

Candidates will join an active, multidisciplinary research group led by Prof. Muhammad Ali, with expertise spanning environmental modeling, wastewater treatment, microbial ecology, and applied bioinformatics.



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