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Phase2 Technology

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering

Phase2 Technology, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718

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Overview Postdoctoral Research Associate, Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering

Posting Number: req21314

Department: Aerospace & Mechanical Engr

Department Website Link: https://ame.engineering.arizona.edu/

Location: Main Campus

Address: 1130 N. Mountain Ave., Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct research in materials synthesis and electrochemical performance of materials, including leading a project on the synthesis and characterization of MXenes.

Perform materials characterization using XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, FTIR, TGA, and other relevant materials characterization techniques.

Conduct research on the discovery of new materials for batteries and electrochemical capacitors.

Present research at national and international conferences.

Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.

Train graduate and undergraduate students in electrochemical and materials characterization techniques.

Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of materials characterization.

Knowledge of MXene synthesis and characterization methods.

Ability to communicate professionally in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related field of study.

Experience in synthesis and characterization of MXenes, battery recycling, and synthesis of 2D materials.

Selected applicant must have PhD conferred upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in the application of MXenes as electrode materials for multivalent ion batteries.

Details

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: NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience.

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: 1

Target Hire Date: 12/10/2024

Expected End Date:

Application Details

Contact Information for Candidates: Dr. Majid Beidaghi, beidaghi@arizona.edu

Open Date: 12/3/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant: Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission. Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

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