Details **Open Date** 09/06/2024 **Requisition Number** PRN39777B **Job Title** PS Post Doc Res Assoc **Working Title** Post Doc Res Assoc **Job Grade** A00 **FLSA Code** Administrative **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** Yes **Standard Hours per Week** 40 **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** **VP Area** Academic Affairs **Department** 00055 - Chemical Engineering **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** 50,000-65,000/year **Close Date** **Job Summary** We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team working on advanced Solid Oxide Fuel Cell ( SOFC ) and Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell ( SOEC ) technology. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative research on the development, characterization, and optimization of SOFC materials, electrodes, and systems for improved performance and durability. **Responsibilities** * Conduct experimental research on SOFC / SOEC materials and cell fabrication. * Perform electrochemical testing and characterization of SOFC / SOEC components. * Develop and optimize novel materials and electrodes for enhanced SOFC / SOEC performance. * Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and industry partners. * Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences. **Minimum Qualifications** Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or a related field. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. **Preferences** * Strong background in solid oxide fuel cells, materials synthesis, and characterization. * Experience with electrochemical testing techniques (e.g., impedance spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry). * Excellent communication skills and a track record of scholarly publications. **Type** Benefited Staff **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. 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