POST DOCTORAL FELLOW - Kummer Institute Center for Resource Sustainability #00098363

Missouri S&T; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri S&T's Kummer Institute Center for Resource Sustainability (KICRS) seeks a post-doctoral scholar to lead independent electrochemistry projects and collaborate with graduate and undergraduate students. The position reports to Dr.

Shelley Minteer, Director and Ken Robertson Memorial Professor, and involves both in-person and remote work. Responsibilities include electrochemistry experiments, publishing, training students on lab instrumentation, attending meetings, outreach, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry or related field.
• Ability to conduct independent electrochemistry research.
• Experience coordinating graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrochemistry research and coordinate joint work with students.
• Publish results, review and edit manuscripts, and present at meetings.
• Train graduate and undergraduate students on laboratory instrumentation.
• Participate in outreach and contribute to a safety culture.

Skills

Electrochemistry

Research coordination

Mentoring

Publication writing

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry or related field

Job description

Hiring Department

The Kummer Institute Center for Resource Sustainability (KICRS)

Job Description

The Kummer Institute Center for Resource Sustainability (KICRS) needs support to develop proposals and execute projects in areas of KICRS interests. The position will report to Dr. Shelley Minteer, the Director of KICRS and the Dr. Ken Robertson Memorial Professor of Chemistry.

As a post-doctoral scholar, the post‑doc will be responsible for their own independent research projects in the area of electrochemistry and assisting in coordinating joint research with graduate students and undergraduates. Their responsibilities will include electrochemistry research, publication writing, reviewing and editing, training of graduate and undergraduate students on laboratory instrumentation, attending research meetings, outreach, helping to build a safety culture, and being a valued member of the team. These activities will be conducted in person and remotely. Candidates will be considered immediately, and consideration will continue until all positions are filled.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in chemistry or related field

Application Deadline

Candidates will be considered immediately, and consideration will continue until all positions are filled.

Community Information

University Information

Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

KUMMER COLLEGE

Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM‑focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co‑curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE) and Kummer Student Programs.

COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)

Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.

COLLEGE of ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE)

The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side‑by‑side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure‑track and 44 non‑tenure‑track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

About Rolla

Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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