Research Associate

at  McGill University

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Hiring Unit:
Department of Chemistry

Position Summary:

• Apply surface analytical techniques of SEM, TEM and XPS in combination with FTIR, PXRD, TGA, and TGA-FTIR-GC-MS to determine physical and chemical transformations.
• Conduct analyses, interpret the data, and write and present reports on the findings.
• Characterization of nanoscale interfaces (electron microscopy, infrared vibrational and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy).
• Conduct research that includes formulation of magnetic fluids, chemical modification of magnetic particle surfaces.
• Report writing.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:

• The individual is a team player who is qualified to understand and operate state-of-the-.art instruments required to characterize magnetorheological fluids.
• Fluent in oral and written English.

Experience and education:

• PhD degree or equivalent with knowledge of magnetic properties of magnetorheological fluids, physics of magnetism, chemical extraction, and preparation techniques involving magnetic particles.
• Demonstrated experience with SEM, TEM, XPS, FTIR, PXRD, TGA, and TGA-FTIR-GC-MS, data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of the physics and chemistry of magnetic oxide nanoparticles is considered an asset.

Location:
This position is located in Montreal, Quebec and the work for this position is expected to be performed in Quebec.
Knowledge of French and English:
McGill University is an English-language university where day-to-day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been
assessed at a level # 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4
Hourly Salary:
$40.73
Hours per Week:
20 (Part time)
Location:
Maass Chemistry Bldg
Supervisor:
Professor
Position Start Date:
2024-11-01
Position End Date:
2025-01-31
Deadline to Apply:
2024-11-08
This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca

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