"Project Director, Integrated Atmospheric Deposition Network"

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Project Director
Integrated Atmospheric Deposition Network

O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN

We are looking for a Project Director for the Integrated Atmospheric Deposition Network (IADN). IADN is a project funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to measure and evaluate organic pollutant concentrations in the atmosphere (airborne vapor and particles and precipitation) at six sites on the shores of the North American Great Lakes. IADN’s target chemicals range from legacy pollutants, such as PCBs and organochlorine pesticides, to emerging compounds, such as brominated flame retardants and PFAS.

The candidate will supervise 5-7 staff members, overseeing the operation of the six sampling sites, laboratory analyses and data production, QA/QC, communicating regularly with the EPA, producing reports and standard operating protocols, and participating in the analysis of the acquired data. The candidate will also be expected to co-author peer-reviewed papers and to advance the general research goals of the project. The Project Director will be reporting to Dr. Marta Venier (IU O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs). The position is based in Bloomington, Indiana and it is expected to last for 24 months beginning in the spring of 2026, with opportunities for additional years of support contingent on funding.

The salary is commensurate with qualifications.

To apply, please submit: 1) a letter of application that explains how this position fits your experience and goals, 2) your curriculum vita, and 3) names of at least three references electronically to https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/32305 We will begin reviewing applications on March 23rd, 2026. Please submit all materials before that deadline for full consideration. Expected start date is June 1st, 2026, but is negotiable. Inquiries regarding the position should be sent to: Dr. Marta Venier, mvenier@iu.edu, O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, MSB-II 324, Bloomington, IN 47405.

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Qualifications: The minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. in environmental or analytical chemistry or environmental engineering. A master’s degree in similar areas will be considered for a candidate with adequate experience. The successful candidate should have demonstrated an ability to work independently and in a large research group. Organizational proficiency, and strong oral and written communication skills are essential. Experience in organic extraction and chemical analyses using mass spectrometry, in the analysis of persistent organic pollutants, and in data analysis is desired.

Those with a PhD will be considered for an Assistant Scientist rank.

Inquiries regarding the position should be sent to: Dr. Marta Venier, mvenier@iu.edu, O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, MSB-II 324, Bloomington, IN 47405.