About this position
Postdoctoral Research Associate-1
About the Opportunity
Job Summary:
- The Postdoctoral Research Associate will lead independent,
- cutting-edge research within the Barecka Lab, focused on the
- electrochemical conversion of carbon dioxide to ethanol. Supported
- by an externally funded grant, this role offers a unique
- opportunity to contribute to the development of transformative
- technologies. The successful candidate will take primary
- responsibility for designing, planning, and executing experiments
- that drive the project's scientific and technological progress,
- with a strong emphasis on timely advancement toward scale-up and
- commercialization. In addition, the Postdoctoral Research Associate
- will contribute to the preparation of quarterly progress reports,
- actively engage in discussions with project sponsors, and play a
- visible role in communicating research outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required
- Knowledge of electrochemistry fundamentals
- Proficiency in performing electrochemical tests
- Knowledge of analytical chemistry tools such as Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Gas Chromatography (GC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and Mass Spectrometry (MS)
- Proficiency in academic writing, time management, and communication
- High level of scientific independence, initiative, and accountability
- Ph.D., or foreign equivalent, in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, by employment start date.
Preferred
- Experience operating electrochemical flow reactors, preferably for CO2 reduction; candidates with proficiency in reactor modeling will also be considered in lieu of this experience
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
- Design, plan, and execute independent research experiments in consultation with Prof. Barecka; complete research independently and communicate progress in regular meetings.
- Generate and analyze experimental data in support of the project's scientific and technological goals.
- Read and review literature relevant to the project scope.
- Communicate results in laboratory group meetings, scientific conferences, and publications.
- Prepare progress reports, presentations, manuscripts, and patent applications.
- Participate in professional development activities including workshops, seminars, and courses.
Position Type
Research
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
- Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
- eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
- time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
- well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
- more information.
- All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
- consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
- color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
- status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
- law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
108S
Expected Hiring Range:
$60,315.00 - $85,192.50
- With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend
- on several factors, which may include your education, experience,
- location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay
- comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
- Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
- change.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate-1_R140742
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How to apply
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- Prepare your SOP, CV, transcripts and referees before the deadline.
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