OPS Research Assistant

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title	OPS Research Assistant
Department	Mechanical Engineering
Position Number	946516
Requisition Number	063048
Position Type	Other Personnel Services Part Time
Full Time/Part Time	Part-Time
Time-limited through	12/31/2022
Hours	20
Hourly Rate	$24.00
Job Summary/Responsibilities	Funding is available for two Masters-level graduate students to work in the Hydrogen Generation and Utilization Group led by Dr. James Fletcher and Dr. William Lear. The focus of these two positions is novel hydrogen generation pathways, including solar thermochemical processes, electrochemical processes from unusual feedstocks, reformation of wastes and biomass, and key enabling technologies for hydrogen utilization. Laboratory scale experimentation is expected, as well as analysis of complete pathways from generation to end use.
Required Qualifications	BS in mechanical or chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related field, and strong skills in data analysis and scientific writing Cannot be a current UNF student for this position type.
Preferred Qualifications	Experimental experience, course background in thermal sciences
Statement(s) of Understanding	Foreign Influence Review, Background Check
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition	Background Check: This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check. Foreign Influence Review: Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
Equal Opportunity	In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion. The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
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Posting Detail Information

Anticipated Start Date	07/11/2022
Job Posting Date	06/29/2022
Application Review Date	07/08/2022
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Point of Contact Information	Patricia Launer (904) 620-2321
Hiring Official	James Fletcher
Location if not Jacksonville	N/A
Special Instructions	Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload required documents will not be considered for this position. Supplemental documents: CV Cover Letter Applicants are required to upload the following documents if they answer “Yes” to Question 1/Section A within the Foreign Influence Review Section of their application: Foreign Passport (all pages, even blank), DS-160 Once you submit your completed application you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact William Lear at [email protected].
Quicklink	https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/20674