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Post-doctoral Fellow, Polymer Biodegradation Method Development

September 13, 2025

**Job Description**
The P&G Digital Accelerator@UC is seeking an environmental scientist to develop novel biodegradation methods for polymers. The successful candidate will design and execute biodegradation experiments to evaluate polymer biodegradability in various environmental compartments.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Solid understanding of chemical Phys/chem properties
• Strong experimental design and problem-solving skills
• Ability to engage in necessary job performance trainings such as safety, data analysis, and quality control
• Strong “wet lab” skills and hands-on laboratory experience on biodegradation studies (preferred)
• Experience with Environmental analytical chemistry such as measurement tools (a plus)
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Ability to critically evaluate complex data sets and apply new approaches to solve complex environmental testing questions
• Team player with a “Roll up your sleeves” attitude
• Ability to partner with a multi-functional team to define and execute against experimental requirements
• Excellent adaptability and flexibility
• Excellent learning capabilities with open mindset

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Environmental Science
• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Analytical Chemistry
• Closely related areas

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Work Level
Ph.D
Employment Type
Research Job
Salary
Annual Salary: Competitive salary based on experience Benefits: Comprehensive Tuition Remission for employee and eligible dependents (nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs); Robust Retirement Plans (choice between state pension plans OPERS, STRS, or Alternative Retirement Plan ARP, with UC contributing 14-18% of salary); Generous time-off policy (Vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off, 6 weeks of paid parental leave); Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription); Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs; Professional development & mentorship opportunities
Details
See Details Brief location description: Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Campus-based.
School / Department / Center / Lab
• P&G Digital Accelerator@UC
Supervisor Email
jobs@uc.edu
University of Cincinnati (UC)
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Industry
Education
Phone
+1 513-556-6000 +1 513-556-**** Show
Location
Cincinnati

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