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Apply now Job no: 505807
Work type: Full-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, College of Engineering

About Drexel University’s College of Engineering

Drexel University’s College of Engineering strives to create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. The college values inclusion as a core strength and an essential part of our founder, AJ Drexel’s mission of preparing each new generation of students for productive professional and civic lives, while also focusing our collective expertise on solving society’s greatest problems.

Since its founding in the midst of the industrial revolution in 1891, Drexel University has emphasized its strengths in engineering, science and technology to train future leaders. In little over a century, Drexel University has transformed itself into a large, comprehensive institution committed to excellence in education, research, and service to engineering society and the broader community. Although much has changed, the original mission of the University still rings true today. To learn more about each of the divisions and programs offered, visit Drexel Engineering

Job Summary

The job entails processing and characterizing a new class of materials discovered. We labelled hydroxide derived nanomaterials of these one dimensional titania where most of the research will be concentrated. The post-doc will make and characterize these materials, more specifically they will characterize the materials for catalytic and battery applications.

Essential Functions

  • Carrying research in the lab.
  • Writing papers.
  • Mentoring students and writing proposals.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Materials Engineering or Chemical Engineering or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)

Physical Demands

  • Typically sitting at a desk/table
  • Typically standing, walking
  • Lifting demands ≤ 25lbs

Location

  • University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade K. Compensation for this grade ranges from $54,630.00 - $81,940.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure. 

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

 

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