"Research Assistant Professor - Condensed Matter Physics - (495162)"

Job Details

Department: Physics

Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description:

The Department of Physics at the University of Houston invites applications for a non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor position with a focus on condensed matter physics.

Research Assistant Professor, requires a PhD in Physics with a focus on condensed matter physics, strong experience on energy related research, particularly on hydrogen production through electrolysis, most importantly on seawater electrolysis involving catalysts, membrane, electrolyzer designing, etc.

Experience in collaboration with industrial companies on scaling up the catalysts for practical applications of the catalysts in megawatt scale system, well published and creating a significant impact to the field reflected by a large number of citations, at least more than 10,000, with at least three years of postdoc experience, plus at least four more years beyond postdoc carrying out world class independent fundamental and applied research on aforementioned topics.

Permanent residence of the United States of America is a must. When hired, he/she/they must actively apply for research grants to support his/her/their research.

Required Attachments: CV and Cover Letter
Additionally applicants need to provide contact information for at least 3 reference writers.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.