Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemical Engineering

Company: UMass Lowell
Location: Lowell
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

General Summary of Position:
Dr. Hsi-Wu Wong's Lab at the University of Massachusetts Lowell has an immediate opening of a Post-Doctoral Research Associate with experience in experimental catalysis and reaction engineering.
The initial appointment will be for 1 year, with a possibility of renewal for a second year based on the performance and the availability of funding.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Education:

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• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
  
• A highly motivated individual with strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
  
• The candidate has to be a good team player working in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment
  
• Experience in analytical skills (e.g., gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, electronic microscopy) is required
  
• Experience in catalyst synthesis and characterization is required
  
• Ability to work independently with limited direction, as well as in a multi-disciplinary team environment
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
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  • Experience in solid analysis instruments (e.g., XRD, XPS, Raman, ICP-MS) is a plus
    
    Additional Considerations:
    
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    • Ability to work independently, with limited direction, as well as within a team environment
      
    • Ability to mentor and inspire students with limited research experience
      
      Special Instructions to Applicants:
      Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
      Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
      This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for one year with a possibility of renewal for a second year based on productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding.
      Please include a resume, cover letter and sample of scholarly work/publication with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
      
      
      The University of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
      for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual
      orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class.

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