Project Director for Integrated Atmospheric Deposition Network

Overview

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.

• Experience supervising staff (5-7) and overseeing multi-site project operations.
• Ability to communicate regularly with the EPA and to contribute to reports, protocols, and data analysis documentation.
• Ability to co-author peer-reviewed papers and advance research goals of the project.
• Location:
  
  Bloomington, Indiana; start timeline: spring 2026 with potential for extension contingent on funding.

To apply, please submit:
1) a letter of application that explains how this position fits your experience and goals,
2) your curriculum vitae, and
3) names of at least three references electronically to  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, O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, MSB-II 324, Bloomington, IN 47405.