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**Open Date** 07/31/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN42714B

**Job Title** Post Doc Res Assoc

**Working Title** Post Doc Res Assoc

**Job Grade** A00

**FLSA Code** Administrative

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Standard Hours per Week** 40

**Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time

**Shift** Day

Work Schedule Summary

**VP Area** Academic Affairs

**Department** 00055 - Chemical Engineering

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** 61000 to 84000

**Close Date** 10/31/2025

**Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** 10/01/2025

Job Summary

Lead the research and development of electrochemical processes for critical material extraction, refinement, and production. The postdoctoral researcher will join a dynamic and interdisciplinary team working on federally and industry funded projects aimed at advancing technologies in sustainable mineral recovery, direct extraction from aqueous sources, and electrochemical materials processing. The position offers opportunities to contribute to high-impact research, mentor junior researchers, and collaborate across academia and industry.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct research and development of electrochemical separation processes for critical materials, including synthesis and characterization of electrode materials

+ Design, operate and optimize electrochemical reactors and separation systems, analyze and interpret data using electrochemical and materials characterization techniques (e.g., CV, EIS , SEM , ICP - OES )

+ Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables in coordination with sponsors and collaborators

+ Prepare technical documents, including peer-reviewed journal articles, patents, reports, and research proposals

+ Supervise and mentor research associates, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants

+ Ensure compliance with safety protocols and contribute to lab operations and maintenance

+ Participate in team meetings and present research findings to internal and external stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

+ PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or related field

+ Demonstrated track record of research excellence through publications and/or patents

Preferences

Strong background in electrochemical systems, materials development,

+ Experience with lithium extraction, intercalation materials and flow battery is desirable

+ Excellent communication, technical writing, and organizational skills

+ Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative research team

**Type** Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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