Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Multiple Hires - Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering

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Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Multiple Hires - Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Posting Number req19066
Department Aerospace & Mechanical Engr
Department Website Link https://ame.engineering.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (AME) at the University of Arizona seeks postdoctoral candidates with expertise in the synthesis and characterization of advanced materials for energy storage applications. The candidates should have a robust background in materials characterization. Experience in solid-state batteries, battery recycling, and synthesis of 2D materials such as MXene. The desired candidates should have several publications in the related fields.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research in materials synthesis and electrochemical performance of materials, which includes leading a project on the electrochemical synthesis of MXenes. Performing materials characterization using XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, FTIR, TGA, and other relevant materials characterization techniques. Performing research on the discovery of new materials for batteries and electrochemical capacitors.
  • Research article and proposal writing.
  • Training graduate and undergraduate students in electrochemical and materials characterization techniques 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of materials characterization.
  • Knowledge of solid-state batteries and recycling methods.
  • Excellent writing skills.
Minimum Qualifications
  • A Doctoral degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related fields. Degree must be conferred prior to hire.
  • Experience in solid-state batteries, battery recycling, and synthesis of 2D materials such as MXene.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $56,484
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 2
Target Hire Date 4/1/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Majid Beidaghi - [email protected]
Open Date 3/13/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant Please upload 1-2 publications related to the position for review.
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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