Senior Scientist: Single-Atom Catalysis & Electrochemistry

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bond Life Sciences Center at the University of Missouri invites a Senior Scientist to lead research in catalysis and reaction engineering, with emphasis on single-atom catalysts for electrochemical, photochemical, and thermochemical conversion.

Responsibilities include developing synthesis strategies, establishing structure–property–activity relationships, investigating mechanisms and kinetics, and applying advanced characterization to understand catalyst performance.

Qualifications

• PhD preferred; strong background in heterogeneous catalysis and single-atom catalysis.
• Experience beyond PhD (2–5 years) is preferred.
• Ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot research projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in catalysis and reaction engineering.
• Develop catalyst synthesis strategies and establish structure–property–activity relationships.
• Investigate catalytic mechanisms and reaction kinetics; apply advanced characterization and electrochemical methods.
• Mentor students and collaborate across materials science, chemistry, and chemical engineering; prepare manuscripts and proposals.

Skills

Catalysis

Electrochemistry

Photocatalysis

Material characterization

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

PhD in chemical engineering/chemistry/materials science

Tools

Electrochemical techniques

X-ray/Materials characterization

Catalyst synthesis

Job description

The Bond Life Sciences Center at the University of Missouri invites a Senior Scientist to lead research in catalysis and reaction engineering, with emphasis on single-atom catalysts for electrochemical, photochemical, and thermochemical conversion.

Responsibilities include developing synthesis strategies, establishing structure–property–activity relationships, investigating mechanisms and kinetics, and applying advanced characterization to understand catalyst performance.