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Supervisors: Dr. Stephane Bayen (McGill) and Dr. Sebastien Sauve (Universite de Montreal
Target Hire Date: October 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026
Application Deadline: September 10, 2025
Remuneration: $48,000/year negotiable



Position Summary: Proposed project title: "Targeted & Non-targeted analysis of PFAS in food packaging". Develop and apply liquid chromatography (LC) methods coupled with high-resolution mass spectrometry for the targeted analysis of PFAS in food packaging materials. Develop and apply liquid chromatography (LC) and pyrolysis-gas chromatography (py-GC) methods coupled with mass spectrometry for the non-targeted analysis of PFAS. This task notably involves cutting-edge work on data processing. Simultaneously deploy targeted analysis quantification and non-targeted identification of PFAS in samples obtained from the market and various industrial partners. Contribute to workshops to present the results and the state of the art in the field to industrial partners and other stakeholders.



Qualifications: A PhD degree in a related field (chemistry, food science, biochemistry, etc.). Strong proven background (published work in peer-reviewed journals) in analytical chemistry (non-targeted analysis of plastic related contaminants), food science, and food analysis. Proficiency in different areas of chromatography, high-resolution mass spectrometry and data analysis. At least two first-authored English papers (or three if co-first authors) with submitted, accepted or published status in peer-reviewed journals. Good spoken and written communication skills in English.



Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.



McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.
Annual Salary:
(AMURE Post-Doctoral Fellow Researcher) $48,000.00
Hours per Week:
35 (Full time)
Location:
MacdonaldStewart Bld
Supervisor:
Associate Professor
Position Start Date:
2025-08-19
Position End Date:
2026-08-31
Deadline to Apply:
2025-09-10McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.