RTF00204PO24

Post Doctoral Fellow

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387

Post Doctoral Fellow

Columbia

Richland

College of Arts and Sciences

CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry

Commensurate with qualifications - $52,250

Full Time

37.5

Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

12 months

Post-doctoral

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

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The candidate should have a Ph.D. by the start date of employment in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with expertise in nanomaterials or batteries. This expertise could have been gained during the normal course of a doctoral degree program.

• Expertise in polymer synthesis, polymer self-assembly, nanomaterial synthesis, or battery testing.

• Experience and knowledge from synthetic laboratory work.

• Experience in either imaging or scattering measurement techniques.

• Knowledge and expertise in the use and maintenance of analytical instruments.

• Document evidence of publications in related fields.

Conduct laboratory research including physical sample preparation and data acquisition using laboratory equipment to test scientific hypotheses.

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Carryout data analysis and writing of manuscripts using a computer to publicly disseminate research findings.

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30

Mentor the research activities of graduate and undergraduate students using spoken and written communication to enhance team productivity.

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20

Assist in the preparation of research grants by drafting written sections and figures on a computer to pursue additional research support.

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20

Non-Essential

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Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

 

We are only accepting applications submitted by August 19, 2024.