Postdoc Research Associate
Iowa State UniversityAbout the role
Position Title:
Postdoc Research AssociateAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering is seeking a qualified candidate to contribute to the green nitrogen-based fertilizers and chemicals project.
The qualified candidate will contribute to this project by conducting research to develop new electrocatalytic materials and advanced electrochemical reactors for the capture and conversion of waste nitrogen feedstock to valuable nitrogen fertilizers and chemicals.
Needed research expertise and experiences include a range of advanced catalytic materials synthesis, characterization, electroanalytical methods, electrochemical cell design, tests of electrocatalyst performances, and modeling of electrochemical devices
Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong background in electrochemistry, electrocatalysis, materials synthesis and characterization, and electrochemical tests
Documented experience in electrocatalysis, electrosynthesis, electrochemical reactor design
Proven track record experience in evaluating electrochemical performance in H-type cells and flow cells
Proven track record experience in exploring novel electrocatalysts for CO2 reduction, ammonia synthesis or urea synthesis, as well as other important reactions, such as hydrogen evolution and biomass electro-upgrading.
Proven track record experience in analyzing chemicals by online GC, HPLC, UV-vis, NMR, etc
Proven track record in publishing high-quality journal papers
Proposed Start Date:
September 1, 2024Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
August 31, 2025Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program
Original Posting Date:
June 14, 2024Posting Close Date:
June 20, 2024Job Requisition Number:
R14896Apply for this role
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