Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Department of Chemistry
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Description

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Department of Chemistry

Research Group of Prof. Sheng Dai

 

Description (UTK-Chemistry)

The position of a part-time Postdoctoral Research Associate is open in the research group of Prof. Sheng Dai in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The Sheng Dai Group focuses on gas separation.  The researcher will conduct research in areas of ionic liquids and porous materials.  All candidates must have completed all requirements toward their PhD before their employment date.  The search starts immediately and continues till the position is filled. 

Qualifications

Major Duties and Responsibilities

·         Will work on assigned research projects, as well as synthesis and characterization of ionic liquids and porous materials

·         Knowledgeable and experienced in gas separation

·         Responsible for presenting and reporting research results and publishing scientific results in peer reviewed journals in a timely manner.

·         Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements.

·         Maintain strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics.

 

Qualifications

·         Minimum Requirements: Must have completed all PhD degree requirements by hire date, Ph.D. in chemistry or Chemical Engineering

o   An excellent track record of productive and creative research demonstrated by publications in peer reviewed journals.

o   Must have strong verbal and writing skills. The candidate must be willing to work independently and collaboratively with group members, and preferably also with experimental collaborators. The candidate must also be willing to mentor the graduate students in the group from time to time.

o   Motivated and safety conscious.

o   Ability to set priorities, multi-task and adapt to ever changing needs with the proven ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.

·         Job: We hope to have this part-time, 26 hours per week, position filled by May 1, 2024 for 12 months.  However, review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

·         Primary Location:  Knoxville, TN  (JIAM)

·         Organization: Arts and Sciences, Department of Chemistry

·         Schedule: Regular, Part-time (maximum of 26 hours per week)

·         Applicants must apply through the UT HR website: https://hr.utk.edu/staff-positions/; upload the following as one PDF document into your application: cover letter, curriculum vitae, one-to-two page research summary and list of 3 references with their contact information, including e-mail address, for recommendation letters.       

Job: Research Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Chemistry
Schedule: Part-time
Job Posting: Feb 20, 2024, 10:03:54 AM

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