Research Scientist
Chemical andBiomolecular Engineering
University of Illinoisat Urbana-Champaign
Job Summary
The research scientistwill be responsible for supervising and managing both industrial and federalresearch projects, executing experiments, especially in support of chemicalsynthesis and polymer chemistry, assisting with grant application andmanuscript writing, project reporting. The position will also assist withmaintaining shared research laboratory spaces and equipment, and traininggraduate students/interns/residents in laboratory techniques required tocomplete their projects.
Duties & Responsibilities
Research:chemical design and synthesis, polymer design and synthesis, characterization,systems design and testing
Administrativeduties: grant writing, grant reporting, sponsor site visits and projectmanagement
Trainingand supervision of graduate students, postdocs, and undergraduates,collaboration
LabManagement: assist PI with data and chemical management, lab safety
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D.in Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering, or related experimental fields. 5 yearsof experience in the synthesis of organic and inorganic polymers. Experiencewith material characterization techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonancespectroscopy (NMR), mass spectrometry, high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC), gelpermeation chromatography (GPC), gas chromatography (GC), static anddynamic light scattering (SLS and DLS), X-ray diffraction (XRD) andreflectometry (XRR), small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), scanning electronmicroscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy-dispersiveX-ray spectroscopy (EDS), UV-Vis-NIR, IR spectroscopy, differential scanningcalorimetry (DSC), Spin coating, inductively coupled plasma (ICP) spectroscopyand electrochemical measurements.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D.in Polymer or macromolecular chemistry.
Minimum 4 years of Postdoctoral experience in the research organic andmetalorganic materials for electrochemical applications.
Experience in designing and synthesizing novel organic redox materials forenergy storage and electrochemical separations.
Experience in neutron scattering. Experience in managing a research lab,including purchase, installation and maintenance of analytical instruments.Experience in planning of lab construction or renovation projects.
Excellentinterpersonal, teamwork skills, leadership, communication and teaching skills.
Commitmentto diversity and inclusion with an awareness of, and sensitivity to, culturaland linguistic differences.
Abilityto work harmoniously with faculty, staff, and students from a wide variety ofdisciplines.
Broadknowledge of polymer and organometallic synthesis, characterization of thesematerials, and electrochemistry.
Strongability to process and analyze research results.
Experiencein scientific writing for research papers supported by publication record.
Experiencein protection of intellectual properties generated from research results,supported by patent record.
Abilityto perform multiple projects and tasks in parallel.
Experiencein the Schlenk line technique and handling of compressed, flammable and toxicgases and experience in raising of research funding.
Abilityto synthesize new redox materials.
Trackrecord of developing novel electrochemical processes.
Expertisein continuous electrochemical processes, including redox-flow batteries, redoxED and electrochemical liquid-liquid extrication.
Deepunderstanding in structure-property relationships in polymers andsupramolecular systems.
Expertisein characterization of polymers and colloids and glove box operations
Abilityto install, commission and maintain large scientific instruments.
Experiencein designing new lab space and renovation projects.
Appointment Information
Thisis a full-time position appointed on a 12 month service basis. The expectedstart date is as soon as possible after the deadline date. The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $70,000 to $75,000. The pay offered to the selectedcandidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to)the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate includingequivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity;and external market pay for comparable jobs.
ApplicationProcedures & Deadline Information
Applicationsmust be received by 6pm (CST) on 1/13/2025. To apply for thisposition, please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu,use the Apply Now button on the posting and upload your cover letter, resume(months and years of employment must be included), and names/contactinformation for three professional references. Please remember to includespecific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in yourapplication materials, including all relevant experiences.
In order to beconsidered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position.Applications not submitted through this website will not be considered. Ifrequired by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials areto be provided no later than the first day of employment. For furtherinformation about this specific position, please contact scs-hr@illinois.edu.For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
For assistancewith resume creation and mock interviews, please follow this link forUniversity of Illinois Human Resources workshops: https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1595?c=illinois
The Universityof Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws andregulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted partyscreening procedures for applicants.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1027361
Job Category: Research
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
