*Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis and this posting could close before the deadline. Click here for information about the selection process.
EPA Office/Lab and Location: A research opportunity is currently available at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development (ORD), Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response (CESER) located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Research Project: Under the guidance of a mentor, the research participant will have opportunity to conduct analytical investigations of the nature of scales and deposits in drinking water premise plumbing and distribution systems using multiple analytical techniques. This research project will focus mainly around the characterization and analysis of non-lead service line (LSL) materials (galvanized iron, brass, etc.) that can contain lead either by absorption from upstream sources or inherent to their composition.
Under the guidance of a mentor, the research participant will learn the use of multiple analytical techniques for solids and pipe scale characterization. The participant will learn sample preparation and analytical methods for forensic examination of drinking water distribution system plumbing materials. The participant will also learn to develop and use multiple analytical techniques for solids and pipe scale characterization, including digital optical and polarized light microscopy, elemental analysis (eg. total carbon, total sulfur, X-ray fluorescence, total inorganic carbon) thermogravimetric analysis, X-ray diffraction analysis, energy-dispersive and wavelength dispersive analysis using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), and digital imaging using SEM, X-ray absorption fine structure, and X-ray photoelectrons spectroscopy.
Learning Objectives: Through their research project, the participant will also gain experience interacting in a variety of government settings (federal, state, and local).
Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Mike DeSantis (desantis.mike@epa.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor.
Anticipated Appointment Start Date: February 12, 2024. All start dates are flexible and vary depending on numerous factors. Click here for detailed information about start dates.
Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year and may be renewed three to four additional years upon EPA recommendation and subject to availability of funding.
Level of Participation: The appointment is full-time.
Participant Stipend: The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Click here for detailed information about full-time stipends.
EPA Security Clearance: Completion of a successful background investigation by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is required for an applicant to be on-boarded at EPA.
ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and EPA. Participants do not become employees of EPA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.
ORISE offers all ORISE EPA graduate students and Postdocs a free 5 year membership to the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA).
The successful applicant(s) will be required to comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements of the hosting facility, including but not limited to, COVID-19 requirements (e.g. facial covering, physical distancing, testing, vaccination).
Questions: Please see the FAQ section of our website. After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process please email ORISE.EPA.ORD@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.
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