Research Associate 2

lsu; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition exemption

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

The Research Associate 2 position in LSU's Chemistry department, located in Choppin Hall, supports Dr. Daniel Kuroda's lab.

You will investigate molecular structure and mechanisms underlying electrolyte properties using IR spectroscopy and electrochemical methods, and you will collaborate with theoreticians to gain molecular insights. The role emphasizes experimental work, manuscript writing, and proposal support, with duties split between lab research, documenting results, and other tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field required.
• 1 year of related work experience required.
• PhD in chemistry or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• 60% Perform research in the lab ranging from material preparation, characterization, and modeling, develop projects and propose new ideas.
• 35% Write manuscripts and support proposal writing and reports on various projects.
• 5% Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experiment planning

Scientific writing

Independent work

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

1 year of related work experience

PhD in chemistry or related field

Job description

Job Posting Title: Research Associate 2

Position Type: Other Academic

Department: LSUAM Science - Chem - Physical Infrared (Daniel Kuroda (00002539))

Work Location: 0305 A.R. Choppin Hall - Chemistry

Pay Grade: Professional Hourly

Job Description

The Research Associate 2 will assist in the lab of Dr Daniel Kuroda investigating molecular structure and mechanisms giving rise to macroscopic properties of electrolytes in the bulk, characterize electrolytes through spectroscopic methods (IR ultrafast spectroscopy) and electrochemical (EIS and Cyclic voltammetry) to name a few and collaborate with theoreticians to obtain molecular insights into the experiments.

Job Duties

• 60% Perform research in the lab ranging from material preparation, characterization, and modeling, develop projects and propose new ideas.
• 35% Write manuscripts and support proposal writing and reports on various projects
• 5% Other duties as assigned

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field
• 1 year of related work experience

Preferred qualifications

• PhD in chemistry or related field

Job Competencies

• Proficient in planning and executing experiments, working alone or with other members of the group, and possess strong scientific writing skills.

For questions regarding the status of your application or more details of the position, please contact Professor Daniel Kuroda at [e-mail].

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

• Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N): N

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HCM Contact Information

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