He has a BS degree in Chemistry from Merrimack College and holds a Masters of Science Degree and a Doctorate in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Massachusetts. His area of research involves monitoring marine systems for toxic metal contamination using the indicator organism Mytilus edulis. At Endicott Dr. Staffier teaches courses in Chemistry, Forensics and Environmental Science. Prior to coming to Endicott Dr. Staffier taught at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, Merrimack College, Emmanuel College and University of Massachusetts.