Postdoctoral Research Associate - Advanced Materials

Job ID: 290576

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

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Location

Statesboro Campus, Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Dept of BioChemistry, Chemistry & Physics

Job Summary

The Postdoctoral Research Associate in Advanced Materials will work with Dr. Wenjie Li's research group on solid state materials synthesis and processing. The research focuses on cutting-edge advanced functional and structural materials, such as thermoelectric, high-entropy materials, elastocaloric, and solid-state hydrogen storage materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct self-directed and directed research in the research project outlined above
• Design and implement high-impact research projects including but not limited to thermoelectric, high-entropy materials, elastocaloric, and solid-state hydrogen storage
• Set up and maintain experimental instruments and equipment
• Develop manuscripts and presentations containing results of assigned research findings
• Assist with development, edit and review project proposals, presentations, and reports
• Manage assignments to graduate assistants and undergraduate researchers as needed
• Oversee student researchers during laboratory experiments
• Oversee data analysis and data management
• Disseminate research results to scientific audiences through peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and other media

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• PhD in relevant field (materials science, chemistry, physics, etc.)

Required Experience

• Author or co-author on publications in a closely related topic
• Expertise in solid-state materials synthesis and processing broadly defined, such as mechanical alloying, melting techniques, sintering, etc.
• Experience with common characterization techniques
• Proficiency in text, graphics, and data processing software

Proposed Salary

$58,000. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three (3) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open until filled. Application review may begin on September 25, 2025.