Postdoctoral Research Associate – Collier Group

Postdoctoral Research Associate – Collier Group

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Research Associate – Collier Group.

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Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should send their CV and a cover letter explaining their interest in the position with at least two reference letters to Dr. Graham Collier (graham.collier@usm.edu)
 
Job Summary 
This position will support ongoing projects focusing on synthesis and characterization of conjugated polymers for organic electronic applications. The post-doc will coordinate research activities, research personnel, laboratory activities, communications with research sponsors, data analysis, and written and oral dissemination of research results. The candidate will also aids the professor with managing research activities and reporting to funding organizations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

1. Synthesis of conjugated monomers and polymers via various polymerizationg techniques.
2. Characterization of monomers and polymer materials by standard methods, including NMR, FTIR, GPC, TGA, DSC, UV-vis absorbance,cyclic voltammetry, etc.
3. Disseminate key results through project reports, peer-reviewed publications, and conference presentations.
4. Engage in creative problem solving, planning and execution of projects, and the development of research proposals.
5. Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) protocols.
6. Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate students, and manage laboratory equipment and processes.
7. Collaborate effectively in a team environment with a wide range of colleagues.
8. Comply with laboratory environmental, health and safety requirements.
9. Maintain adherence to scientific ethics and best practices.
10. Performs other duties as assigned

• Knowledge and expertise in multi-step organic synthesis, purification, and related laboratory techniques
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to mentor and train graduate and undergraduate students in a research laboratory setting
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and/or collaboratively to achieve project objectives and milestones

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