Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Plan and conduct experiments; design, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory reactors, plasma systems, and experimental apparatus; document results; and follow laboratory safety requirements.

Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot FTIR, UV-Vis, XRF, mass spectrometry, and related analytical instrumentation; interpret data.

Develop research concepts and preliminary results into proposals for federal, state, and industrial sponsors; prepare publications, and contribute to new externally funded and follow-on projects.

Support technology development through prototype fabrication and testing, intellectual property documentation.

Provide technical guidance to graduate and undergraduate.

Ph.D. or Doctor of Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a closely related scientific or engineering discipline.

Requires 2 years of demonstrated experience in experimental research, construction and troubleshooting of laboratory systems, analytical instrumentation. Experience with FTIR, DRIFT, ATR, UV-Vis, XRF, mass spectrometry is required. Prior work, lab and/or research experience will coincide with specific project/grant. Working knowledge of laboratory practices and safety regulations required. Ability to instruct and/or supervise students required.

Provide technical guidance and training to graduate and undergraduate students in experimental methods, instrumentation, laboratory safety, and data analysis.

The annual compensation for this position is $44,100

To be considered for this position, please attach your resume and cover letter.

United States of America (Exempt)

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Shawna Harris

Email: lharris