PostDoctoral Associate

at  University of Colorado Boulder

Requisition Number:
54836
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Research Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
29-Feb-2024
Date Posted:
22-Feb-2024

JOB SUMMARY

The Holewinski lab group seeks a postdoctoral researcher for projects bridging electrochemistry, ultra high vacuum surface science, and/or synchrotron X-ray spectroscopy. It is expected that a successful candidate will bring some portion of this expertise while having the opportunity to grow in other areas.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

WHO WE ARE

RASEI (pronounced RAY-see) is a joint institute between the CU Boulder and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) addressing meaningful, multifaceted problems in energy that require a multidisciplinary, multi-institutional approach. Our mission is to expedite solutions that transform energy by advancing renewable energy science, engineering, and analysis through research, education, and industry partnerships.

• Design of protocols for transfer of catalytic materials between electrochemical environments and ultra high vacuum.
• In-situ and quasi-in-situ surface analysis measurements including ion scattering spectroscopy and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy.
• Operando synchrotron X-ray absorption and emission spectroscopy.
• Development of catalysts for electrochemical energy conversion reactions.
• Supervision, training, and mentoring of student research personnel.
• Development of new, synergistic research directions for the group.
• General laboratory maintenance, safety, and procurement tasks.
• Exhibiting a strong commitment to rigorous and detailed hypothesis-driven investigation.