Research Associate - Electrochemistry

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia (Point Grey Campus) is seeking a Research Associate in Electrochemistry to design, execute, and communicate research on decarbonization tech and self-driving labs. This is a non-tenure track position within the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science.

Responsibilities include leading project proposals, directing experiments, mentoring researchers, coordinating with collaborators, and managing equipment sourcing.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science.
• 6+ years of experience with self-driving labs, electrochemical reactors, and thin-film materials.
• Strong publication record in thin-film materials and related fields.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, UI/UX.
• Effective verbal, visual, and written science communication.
• Experience mentoring team/other researchers.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of project proposals and project tracking documents related to thin-film materials, electrochemical reactors for carbon utilization and storage, and self-driving lab research and development.
• Direct experiment planning and contribute to experiment execution related to thin-film materials, electrochemical reactors for carbon utilization and storage, and self-driving lab research and development.
• Contribute to management of a multidisciplinary research team.
• Mentor students and colleagues.
• Ensure team members follow policies and procedures.
• Liaise with external collaborators as needed.
• Oversee sourcing and purchasing of necessary equipment and supplies and other duties as assigned.

Education

PhD in chemistry

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Job description

Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title Research Associate - Electrochemistry Department Research | Berlinguette Lab | Department of Chemistry | Faculty of Science (Curtis Berlinguette (On Leave))

Posting End Date September 30, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date September 30, 2027

The expected pay range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 annually.

This Research Associate position will play a key role in the design, execution, and communication of research projects related to electrochemical decarbonization technologies and self-driving labs. The position is within the Department of Chemistry at the Point Grey Campus of the University of British Columbia. This is a non-tenure track position.

• Lead development of project proposals and project tracking documents related to thin-film materials, electrochemical reactors for carbon utilization and storage, and self-driving lab research and development
• Direct experiment planning and contribute to experiment execution related to thin-film materials, electrochemical reactors for carbon utilization and storage, and self-driving lab research and development
• Contribute to management of a multidisciplinary research team
• Mentor students and colleagues
• Ensure team members follow policies and procedures
• Liaise with external collaborators as needed
• Oversee sourcing and purchasing of necessary equipment and supplies and other duties as assigned

• PhD in chemistry
• Bachelor's degree in computer science
• 6+ years of experience with self-driving labs, electrochemical reactors, and thin-film materials
• Strong publication record, particularly in fields of thin-film materials, electrochemical reactors, and self-driving labs
• Experience with Python, C/C++, UI/UX
• Effective verbal, visual, and written science communication skills
• Experience in mentoring team/other researchers

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. Inclusion is built by individual and institutional responsibility through continuous engagement with diversity to inspire people, ideas, and actions for a better world. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuk, or Indigenous person. UBC acknowledges that certain circumstances may cause career interruptions that legitimately affect an applicant's record of research or educational leadership achievement. We encourage applicants to note in their applications whether they would like consideration given to the impact of any circumstances, such as those due to health or family reasons, in order to allow for a fair assessment of their research productivity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority, and members of historically marginalized groups will be given special consideration.

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