Title:
306-NN - Postdoctoral Research AssociateBusiness Title:
Postdoctoral AssociateAdditional Titles:
Location:
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)Job Family:
Faculty - Academic - Not OT EligiblePosition Details:
COVID-19 Vaccine Information:
In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full vaccination status or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/ . Please contact HRS at [email protected] or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.
Summary of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate supports the general catalysis and sustainability research initiatives related to advanced catalyst synthesis, characterization, reaction mechanisms, and process intensification. The research will focus on waste plastic upcycling. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: conducting experimental research on catalyst design, development, and characterization, as well as kinetics and reaction mechanism studies; mentoring fresh graduate students and undergraduate students; collaborating with other researchers from national labs, academia, and industry on all aspects related to this project; preparing project reports timely; preparing presentations to colleagues and sponsors at professional/technical conferences; preparing manuscripts to publish in scientific journals; and assisting in writing proposals to seek future funding, as directed.
The postdoctoral appointment will initially be for one year and can be extended up to 3 years based on performance, postdoc eligibility, needs for service and available funding. The salary will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the individual.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related field.
Strong background in catalysis and polymer chemistry.
Experience in managing several projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with in-situ/operando FTIR and/or NMR characterization
Strong track record of scientific productivity and journal publication.
Additional Information:
Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name: Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering
City, State, Zip: Pullman, Washington, 99163
Department Link: voiland.wsu.edu
Monthly Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date: Screening for this position is underway, and will continue until the position is filled.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume 2) a cover letter and 3) contact information for professional references. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Required Documents:
CV
Cover Letter
Time Type:
Full timePosition Term:
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .
Title:
306-NN - Postdoctoral Research AssociateBusiness Title:
Postdoctoral AssociateAdditional Titles:
Location:
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)Job Family:
Faculty - Academic - Not OT EligiblePosition Details:
COVID-19 Vaccine Information:
In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full vaccination status or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/ . Please contact HRS at [email protected] or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.
Summary of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate supports the general catalysis and sustainability research initiatives related to advanced catalyst synthesis, characterization, reaction mechanisms, and process intensification. The research will focus on waste plastic upcycling. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: conducting experimental research on catalyst design, development, and characterization, as well as kinetics and reaction mechanism studies; mentoring fresh graduate students and undergraduate students; collaborating with other researchers from national labs, academia, and industry on all aspects related to this project; preparing project reports timely; preparing presentations to colleagues and sponsors at professional/technical conferences; preparing manuscripts to publish in scientific journals; and assisting in writing proposals to seek future funding, as directed.
The postdoctoral appointment will initially be for one year and can be extended up to 3 years based on performance, postdoc eligibility, needs for service and available funding. The salary will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the individual.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related field.
Strong background in catalysis and polymer chemistry.
Experience in managing several projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with in-situ/operando FTIR and/or NMR characterization
Strong track record of scientific productivity and journal publication.
Additional Information:
Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name: Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering
City, State, Zip: Pullman, Washington, 99163
Department Link: voiland.wsu.edu
Monthly Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date: Screening for this position is underway, and will continue until the position is filled.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume 2) a cover letter and 3) contact information for professional references. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Required Documents:
CV
Cover Letter
Time Type:
Full timePosition Term:
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .
Similar Positions
-
Postdoc In Heterogeneous Catalysis M/F, CNRS, France, 25 days ago
2 Mar 2024 Job Information Organisation/Company CNRS Department Unité de Catalyse et de Chimie du Solide Research Field Chemistry Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country Fran...
-
Postdoctoral Fellow (Index No. 5700 01), Paul Scherrer Institut Villigen, Switzerland, 28 days ago
29 Feb 2024 Job Information Organisation/Company Paul Scherrer Institut Villigen Research Field Engineering » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country Switzerland Application De...
-
Postdoctoral Researcher – Biodegradable Battery Ecodesign And Characterization, BCMATERIALS – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures, Spain, 11 days ago
16 Mar 2024 Job Information Organisation/Company BCMATERIALS – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Cou...
-
Postdoctoral Position At Enzymology And Applied Biocatalysis Research Center From Babes Bolyai University , Babes-Bolyai University, Romania, 30 days ago
27 Feb 2024 Job Information Organisation/Company Babes-Bolyai University Department Department of Chemistry Research Field Chemistry » Heterogeneous catalysis Chemistry » Biochemistry Researcher P...
-
Postdoc Position In Theoretical (Electro )Catalysis – Dtu Physics, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark, about 5 hours ago
Skip to main content. Profile Sign Out View More Jobs Postdoc position in Theoretical (Electro-)Catalysis – DTU Physics Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark Job Description We are seeking an outstanding postdocto...
-
Postdoctoral Fellowship Scion, Scion, New Zealand, about 15 hours ago
About Scion & VITO Scion is a Crown Research Institute that specialises in scientific research and technology development for the forestry, wood products, wood-derived materials, and other biomate...