Postdoctoral Scholar in Electrocatalysis and Battery

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar. The final candidate will work in the area of electrocatalysis and battery under the guidance of Dr. Feifei Shi in collaboration with other scientists. The postdoctoral scholar will be expected to conduct full-time independent research, help guide graduate and undergraduate students in their research by reviewing and providing constructive feedback on lab members' papers, oral presentations, and related work, contribute to technical publications and proposals, and assist in overall organization and management of the lab.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Ph.D. by the time of the hire date in material science or related discipline

• Demonstrated success in carrying out independent research and dissemination of results

• Excellent organizational skills

• Excellent written/oral communication skills needed for active student mentoring and interaction with collaborators at Penn State and other universities

• Experience in effective student mentoring

• Dedication in ensuring a respectful, equitable and inclusive work environment

• Experience with materials synthesis, characterization and electrochemistry, design and building lab scale reactor setups preferred

• Leadership experience preferred

• Experience in writing grant proposals preferred

Interested Candidates should submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position and career goals, a CV including publication list, and names and contact information of up to three references.

This is a postdoctoral position, funded for one year from the date of hire, with possibility for further extension.

Review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The Pennsylvania State University's College of Earth and Mineral Sciences takes an active role in building talented, inclusive and culturally competent workforce. We understand that our shared future is guided by basic principles of fairness, mutual respect, and commitment to each other. Applicants should provide evidence, either woven through their application materials or as a separate diversity statement, of a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusive excellence, and belonging and of engagement that creates an inclusive environment in their department/workplace.

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