Post Doctoral Scholar

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This postdoctoral research position is housed in a laboratory focused on clean energy and carbon neutrality, with an emphasis on high‑impact research in electrochemical energy conversion. The successful candidate will conduct advanced experimental research, contribute to scholarly publications in top-tier journals, and support the development of competitive research proposals for federal funding agencies.

Requirements

• Advanced experimental research experience in electrochemical energy conversion.
• Experience with synthesizing and evaluating electrocatalysts.
• Proficiency in analyzing electrochemical performance data.
• Experience with materials characterization.
• Ability to prepare high-quality manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in preparing research proposals.
• Experience in managing technical reports.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and training to students.
• Knowledge of electrochemical reactor operation and laboratory safety protocols.
• Experience with operating and maintaining electrochemical workstations.
• Experience with procurement of specialized membranes, chemicals, and laboratory supplies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NiFeMo systems and spinel oxides.
• Experience with seawater electrolyzers, fuel cells, and battery platforms.
• Experience with NSF DMR proposals.

Responsibilities

• Design, synthesize, and evaluate advanced electrocatalysts (e.g., NiFeMo systems, spinel oxides) and integrate them into seawater electrolyzers, fuel cells, and battery platforms.
• Analyze complex electrochemical performance data, conduct comprehensive materials characterization, and prepare high‑quality manuscripts for submission to leading peer‑reviewed journals (e.g., Nature Communications).
• Support the Principal Investigator in the preparation of research proposals (e.g., NSF DMR) and assist with the management of technical reports for ongoing clean energy research projects.
• Provide technical guidance and hands‑on training to graduate and undergraduate students, with particular emphasis on electrochemical reactor operation and laboratory safety protocols.
• Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of electrochemical workstations and oversee the procurement of specialized membranes, chemicals, and laboratory supplies.

Benefits

• Fixed Term Appointment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree