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The Research Scientist II provides independent scientific and technical leadership in the Ma Research Laboratory at the University of North Texas. The role focuses on advancing porous materials and scalable technologies for selective extraction and recovery of critical minerals from waste streams and unconventional resources, translating fundamental materials research into practical technologies. Responsibilities include mentoring students, overseeing laboratory operations, designing and executing complex experiments, managing funded projects, and developing competitive research proposals. The Ma Lab develops advanced functional porous materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and porous organic polymers (POPs), for energy, biological, and environmental applications. The laboratory is located in Denton and includes specialized materials-research facilities and instrumentation. The position is full-time (FTE 1.00). Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding. The work schedule varies based upon assignment.