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Post-Doctoral Fellow – Chemical Instrumentation: Automation, Systems Control & Design
Job Description
Posting Information
| Posting Number | FAE1477 |
|---|---|
| Advertised Title | Post-Doctoral Fellow – Chemical Instrumentation: Automation, Systems Control & Design |
| Campus Location | Main Campus (Memphis, TN) |
| Position Number | L22863 |
| Category | Full-Time Faculty |
| Department | Chemistry |
| Position Summary | This position focuses on the research and development of chemical instrumentation / analyzers for practical, real-world applications. The role will be responsible for aiding in the design, testing, prototyping and deployment of novel field-ready chemical analyzers for water treatment applications and other industries. Responsible for performing research and development experiments for projects and products in collaboration with others. The candidate will regularly exercise technical discretion in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals. Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses as necessary. May participate in external seminars and scientific conferences and will have the opportunity to mentor undergraduate and graduate students within the research team. |
| Minimum Position Qualifications | Must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or other technical field (e.g. computer engineering, electrical engineering, engineering technology, systems engineering, or computer science). Excellent oral and written communication skills. |
| Special Conditions | This post-doctoral position is a unique opportunity to work at the interface of academia and industry on projects addressing real world problems. The candidate will work in an interdisciplinary field at the forefront of analytical chemistry, instrumentation development, drinking water process control, and commercialization of new technologies in the research laboratory of Dr. Paul Simone and Dr. Gary L. Emmert. The search committee is especially interested in candidates who have a diverse background with hands on experience in one or more of the following technical disciplines: chemical instrumentation and method development, automation, mechanical and electrical design, 3D printing, programming, and/or hardware integration. The candidate will work closely with the Foundation Instruments, Inc. team to support commercial prototype development, field trials to evaluate commercial feasibility of new products, and other entrepreneurial endeavors. This position will provide the candidate tremendous growth opportunity, both technically and professionally. |
| Posting Date | 10/03/2022 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Screening Begins | No |
| Hiring Range | Commensurate with education and experience |
| Full-Time/Part-Time | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application in order to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and list of three references with email addresses, as well as unofficial Undergraduate transcript under Other Document and unofficial Graduate transcript under Unofficial Transcript Request document, after completing your application. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. |
| Instructions to Applicant regarding references | Please have recommendation letters uploaded in the system. |
| Is this posting for UofM employees only? | No |
| Benefits of Employment |
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