Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemistry for DMREF Grant

New Mexico Highlands University Portal; Las Vegas (NM); Presencial; USD 137.000 - 164.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

New Mexico Highlands University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemistry under the DMREF grant. The appointee will synthesize and characterize organic–inorganic hybrid materials, including manganese‑halide perovskites and related complexes, and supervise both undergraduate and graduate students.

The role includes performing diffraction, spectroscopic, magnetic and thermal analyses, presenting results at conferences and in publications, and contributing to a collaborative

Formación

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Materials Science; ABD considered.
• Publications in organic synthesis and characterization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate students.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct research in the appropriate field of materials science and chemistry, publish findings in professional journals, and apply for extramural funding.
• Maintain regular attendance on campus; hold office hours as required; advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Chemistry

Materials Science

Mentoring students

Research

Machine learning

Educación

PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science

Herramientas

Diffraction

Spectroscopy

Magnetic measurements

Thermal analysis

Descripción del empleo

Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemistry for DMREF Grant

Position Postdoctoral Researcher in Chemistry for DMREF Grant

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Job Type

Job Type Temporary

Position Summary

The NMHU–DMREF represents a collaboration between New Mexico Highlands University ( NMHU ), University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) and Duke University in the design, synthesis and applications of synthetic Perovskite materials.

An appointee in this position will be responsible for the chemical synthesis and characterization of organic-inorganic hybrid materials, including but not limited to manganese-halide perovskites and light element metal complexes.

Characterization of synthesized materials will include diffraction, spectroscopic, magnetic and thermal characterization and other methods.

An appointee should supervise both undergraduate and graduate students.

He/she should present the obtained results through research conference presentations and publications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct research in the appropriate field of materials science and chemistry, publish findings in professional journals, and apply for extramural funding.
• Maintain regular attendance on campus; hold office hours as required; advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Ph.D. degree in Chemistry or Materials Science ( ABD will be considered) with Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in chemistry, physics, or related field; publications in organic synthesis and characterization, good written and oral communication skills; experience in mentoring undergraduate students in research projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong publication records. Knowledge of materials modeling and desire to collaborate with colleagues applying machine learning and artificial intelligence methods to predictions of materials structure – properties relations. Strong work ethic and motivation to lead multiple research programs.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert knowledge in the relevant field of chemistry, ability to work independently;
• Effective research skills including the ability to use appropriate instrumentation and software;
• Ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse student body;
• Ability to work collaboratively with PREM and departmental colleagues.

Physical Demands

Pay Rate

Pay Rate Total of $13,500 for the duration of employment

Work Location/Campus Center

Work Location/Campus Center Las Vegas, NM Campus

EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness.

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