EPA Postdoctoral Fellowship in Laboratory Systems Data Analysis
*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.
A research opportunity is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Transportation and Air Quality (OTAQ). This appointment will be served with the Testing and Advanced Technology Division located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. *While facility is closed due to Covid-19 precautions, the participant will perform all research remotely. Once the facility reopens, the participant is required to perform all research in the lab and telework will no longer be authorized except in special circumstances, such as facility closure due to hazardous weather.
As transportation systems become increasingly complex, government and industry stakeholders are faced with a growing need to analyze large datasets, enabled by powerful on-vehicle computing systems, high-bandwidth data connectivity and massive data storage systems. The EPA's National Vehicle & Fuel Emissions Laboratory, Testing and Advanced Technology Division, is seeking a post-doctoral researcher who will collaborate with NVFEL staff and university faculty to research the novel application of machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms to transportation-related laboratory data. The participant will have the opportunity to develop effective communication materials based on their research which could train others in the application of advanced data analysis methods to laboratory data.
Through this research opportunity, the participant will survey the methods and sources of environmental data at NVFEL and identify and develop algorithms for analyzing the data; further their experience with regulatory science programs and data needs in a government laboratory setting, in collaboration with NVFEL staff; and enhance skills for effective communication related to machine learning and data science.
The mentor for this opportunity is Matthew Brusstar (brusstar.matt@epa.gov).
Anticipated Appointment Start Date: Fall 2021
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. The initial appointment is for one year and may be renewed upon recommendation of EPA contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time. Participants do not become employees of EPA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.
If you have questions, send an email to EPArpp@orau.org. Please include the reference code for this opportunity (EPA-OTAQ-2021-03) in your email.