"Postdoctoral Fellow - CEMR - Chemical and Biomedical Engineering"

Description

West Virginia University Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering

The Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering in the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University invites applications for the position of Post-Doctoral Fellow. This position will conduct research on high-temperature electrochemistry for energy materials, including solid oxide fuel cells/electrolysis cells, etc. and carry out research activities including but not limited to materials synthesis, process development, device fabrication, electrochemical characterization/analysis.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: plan laboratory experiments to confirm feasibility of processes and techniques used in the production of materials having special characteristics in solid oxide cell electrochemical systems; search scientific literature to select and modify methods and procedures most appropriate for research goals; write research papers and project reports; mentor graduate students/undergraduate students in related research projects, including providing guidance on experimental techniques, data analysis methods, etc.; and provide aid on grant proposals to secure funding for their work.

Qualifications

Eligible candidates must hold a Ph. D in materials science, chemical, or electrical engineering, or a related area and two (2) years of experience in electrochemical research.

To apply for this position, visit www.jobs.wvu.edu Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references. Only candidates who submit complete documentation will be considered in the review process. For further questions or additional information, please contact Dr. Wenyuan Li via email at wenyuan.li@mail.wvu.edu or visit the CBE website at http://cbe.statler.wvu.edu.