Postdoctoral Research Scholar

North Carolina State University

$59,000-$63,000

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 04, 2024

Position Information

Posting Number	PG191335PD
Position Number	00111066
Position Type	Post Doc
FLSA	Exempt

Departmental Information

Department ID	140201 - Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
Department	140201 - Chemical & Biomolecular Engr
Job City & State	Raleigh, North Carolina

Position Overview

Essential Job Duties

Prof. Fanxing Li's research group is hiring a postdoctoral candidate to develop computational models to investigate and design mixed metal oxides with tailored redox and catalytic properties.
Highly motivated recent graduates with backgrounds in ab initio calculations on mixed oxides and catalytic systems are encouraged to apply. The ability to perform DFT calculations using standard quantum chemistry software packages (e.g. VASP) is required. Fluency in scientific programming stack and experience in heterogeneous catalysis and/or material science are preferred. Applicants must have published 3-5 articles in reputable peer-reviewed journals.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Understanding of reduction-oxidation behaviors and properties for mixed oxide-based oxygen carriers and/or catalysts; unveil the reaction mechanisms.
Collaborate with experimental collaborators at the NCSU research group and other institutions to discuss and analyze project results and propose new directions.
Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations at conferences, symposia, or review meetings.
Prepare written/oral reports on the progress of the project.

Other Work/Responsibilities

N/A

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Department Required Skills	N/A
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	N/A
Required License or Certification	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$59,000-$63,000
If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	09/17/2024

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/208325

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