Catalysis & Electrochemistry Scientist II

University of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Scientist II position at the University of Wisconsin–Madison supports the Stahl Research Group in catalysis, chemical synthesis, and electrochemistry, leading academic projects and industrial collaborations. The role explores new directions and provides expert lab-method guidance within the group.

Responsibilities include lab work, project/milestone tracking, mentoring, grant writing support, manuscript editing, and presenting results to external audiences. Travel to conferences is possible.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field (required).
• Experience in homogeneous and/or heterogeneous catalysis.
• Experience in synthetic organic chemistry and/or electrochemistry.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate methods, results, and proposals clearly.
• Ability to mentor students and collaborate with staff.

Responsibilities

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed
• Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures
• Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures
• Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision

Skills

Organic & inorganic chemistry

Catalysis expertise

Kinetic & mechanistic studies

Electrochemistry

Organizational skills

Ownership & accountability

Communication & collaboration

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related discipline

Job description

The Scientist II position at the University of Wisconsin–Madison supports the Stahl Research Group in catalysis, chemical synthesis, and electrochemistry, leading academic projects and industrial collaborations. The role explores new directions and provides expert lab-method guidance within the group.

Responsibilities include lab work, project/milestone tracking, mentoring, grant writing support, manuscript editing, and presenting results to external audiences. Travel to conferences is possible.