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Postdoctoral Research Associate – Particle Crystallization Modeling

Employer
Virginia Commonwealth University
Location
Virginia, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Nov 5, 2020

Posting Details

Job Code/Title PD - Post Doctoral Position Number P00001 Working Title Postdoctoral Research Associate – Particle Crystallization Modeling Department Chemical & Life Science Engineering Organizational Overview

At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Recruitment Pool All Applicants Anticipated Hiring Range $47,500 Campus Monroe Park Campus Position Type Post Doc Hours/Week Normal work days Normal work hours Job Category Does this position provide patient or clinical services to the VCU Health System? No Does this position require a pre-placement medical assessment? No Is any portion of this position grant-funded? Yes - Continuation of this position depends on funding of the grant. Sensitive Position No Resource Critical No Description of the Job

The Chemical & Life Science Engineering department in the College of Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a highly motivated, creative and experienced engineer/scientist with expertise in particle crystallization modeling. The successful candidate should have a strong understanding of chemical reaction engineering, crystallization, particle population balance, and a proven record of accomplishment of delivering high-quality technical and scientific results. The successful candidate is expected to work in a collaborative environment with our external partners.

The research project will involve modeling and prediction of nickel-cobalt-manganese oxide particle formation using hydrothermal reactions. These particles are of interest in the cathode materials for lithium ion batteries. The project will require use of the latest computational tools including computational fluid mechanics. The project will examine how the process conditions influence the particle size, distribution, internal metal profile, crystal structure, and finally the lithium intercalation characteristics for battery applications.

This opportunity offers the post-doctoral scholar a unique training opportunity that will be difficult to obtain elsewhere, namely working across chemical engineering, electrochemistry, and physics, with our collaborating partners in the national laboratories and industry, towards developing a continuous process destined for commercialization.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in engineering, physics, or chemistry

• Four years of experience in particle crystallization modeling

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in battery cathode materia

• Willingness to help mentor graduate and undergraduate students

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Job Open Date 11/05/2020 Remove from posting on or before 11/20/2020 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates for consideration must upload cover letter, C.V., research summary, the names and contact information for three (3) references, and publication list in a single PDF file. Applications must be completed including work and educational history and will be reviewed upon receipt and accepted until the position is filled.

Employment will require successful completion of a background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Additional Information

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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