NSF Engineering Research Center
and in Partnership with Industry
About the Role
Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Requirements
PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
Key Skills Required
Background in Electrochemistry. Demonstrated publications
Optimize electrode architecture, materials selection, and operating parameters of electrolyzers
Design and execute technical evaluations to improve efficiency
Develop bench-and field-scale prototypes
Establish accelerated testing protocols to optimize reactor cycle life and durability
Demonstrated experience on preparing and presenting technical reports
Demonstrated experience on writing proposals
Demonstrated experience in technoeconomic analysis and/or life cycle analysis
Excellent communication skills
Organizational skills
Ability to work independently
Analytical and creative capacity
Good human relations
Ability to work in groups
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet aggressive project timelines
Self-motived and highly driven
Preferred Qualifications
Electrolyzers design and scale-up
Materials science understanding
Knowledge of rapid prototyping/manufacturing, test rigs assembly
Experience with fluid flow and multiscale physics modeling packages such as COMSOL, ASPEN, life cycle analysis
Proficient at CAD or SOLIDWORKS; FLUENT, finite element analysis
Essential Functions
The candidate will work in Dr. Botte’s laboratories (https://www.ceti-lab.com) and/or the NSF Engineering Research Center, CASFER (https://www.casfer.us) and will perform work under supervision her supervision and senior research associates with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of projects.
Example projects include electrochemical extraction of/and recovery of rare earth elements from solid fuels and produced water, hydrogen production from ammonia, conversion and recovery of N and P from waste, synthesis of carbon nanostructures and graphene, water remediation and disinfection, selective catalytic reduction, ammonia synthesis, novel materials for batteries, advanced electrowinning, electrochemical microbial sensors, technoeconomic analysis, and Life cycle analysis.