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Postdoctoral Researcher
Job Description
24108BR
Chemical & Petroleum Engr
Position Overview
The University of Kansas Institute for Sustainable Engineering is seeking a well-qualified post-doctoral research associate to work on an industry supported project that is focused in the area of separations and thermodynamic measurements. The successful candidate should possess excellent experimental and analytical skills as well as strong oral and written communication abilities.
This is a one-year limited term position. Position is located on-site at the Lawrence campus. U.S. work authorization is required prior to candidate's start date.
Job Description
Specific duties for the position are as follows:
60% Research
- Design and execution of experiments. These duties include carrying out original research relative to the laboratory mission. Perform experiments on an individual basis that pertain to current research topics in the department.
20% Reporting - Write reports and papers. Writes technical reports and scientific papers for peer reviewed journals. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the preparation grants/contracts and proposals for federal, state and charitable organizations and industrial clients.
15% Collaboration - Assist other laboratory members with experiments. Assist the principal investigator to provide experimental and technical supervision of one or more technicians, graduate student and/or post-doctoral researchers and/or fellows.
5% Laboratory protocol - Routine lab management. Ensuring systems are in place for efficient planning of lab supplies, records, and document management as well as experimental protocols and data, and coordination of good lab practices and lab safety.
Required Qualifications
NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD conferred at the time of hire. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an interim basis not to exceed 6-months. Upon verification of degree the appointment will be extended to its full duration.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application will include the online application with a detailed curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) references.
Application review begins on January 3rd and will be ongoing until a qualified application pool has been identified.
Advertised Salary Range
$60,000 - $64,000 based on experience
Application Review Begins
03-Jan-2023
Anticipated Start Date
06-Feb-2023
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8a - 5p
Conditions of Employment
Contingent on Funding, Limited Term
Work Location Assignment
On-Site
Disclaimer
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