Post Doctoral Fellow (Provisional)
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University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.
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Summary of Job Duties:
UA Little Rocks Center for Integrative Nanotechnology Sciences (Nano Center) invites applications for the position of postdoctoral fellow (12month/provisional). We are seeking a highly motivated and hardworking material Scientist whose project work will contribute to an ongoing federallyfunded research awards work scope. This is a fixedterm appointment supported by our external sponsors awarded budget the employees satisfactory performance on the job and the continued availability of funding. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience
- Ph.D. in applied science/applied physics or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
- Strong chemistry/physics background with a focus on biomaterials;
- Knowledge in the areas of surface science and characterization;
- Experience in synthesis of nanomaterials (organic and inorganic) nanocomposites as well as polymeric materials;
- Experience in the use of complex nanocomposite for tissue regeneration.
- Experience with a wide range of analytical characterization tools that include electron microscopy spectroscopy thermogravimetric analysis etc;
- Experience in polymer research;
- Experience using and interpreting data collected over the course of experimentation and characterization of various nanocomposite materials.
- Experience in nano catalysts for gas and liquid reactions.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Carry out research assignments under the direction of the Director or his designee(s);
- Synthesize nanomaterials nanocatalysts and polymeric nanocomposites;
- Perform analytical characterization of various nanosized materials and composites based on electron microscopy spectroscopy thermal analysis and other similar techniques;
- Perform surface modification of nanostructural systems attach biochemical agents and observe the controlled release over time; the requirements will include the ability to synthesize complex nanostructural composite materials modify their structures to meet the required properties and characterize and analyze the outcomes of the reactions;
- Determine the release profiles of active molecules from various surfaces based on optical absorption and other similar procedures;
- Develop manufacturing approaches to various devices formed of polymeric nanocomposites;
- Work in an interdisciplinary environment;
- Analyze and interpret experimental data;
- Present research summaries and data in oral and written formats;
- Prepare data for publication and publication records.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to carry out research assignments under the direction of the Director or his designee(s);
- Ability to synthesize nanomaterials/catalysts and polymeric nanocomposites;
- Ability to perform analytical characterization of various nanosized materials and composites based on electron microscopy spectroscopy thermal analysis and other similar techniques;
- Ability to conjugate biological systems to various nanostructural materials and observe the controlled release over time; the requirements will include the ability to synthesize complex nanostructural composite materials modify their structures to meet the required properties and characterize and analyze the outcomes of the reactions;
- Ability to perform catalytic reactions using various nanostructural systems.
- Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data;
- Ability and knowledge to determine the release profiles of active molecules from various surfaces based on optical absorption and other similar procedures;
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment;
- Ability to present research summaries and data in oral and written formats;
- Experience in preparing data for publication and a publication record.
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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing
Occasional Physical Activity:
Kneeling
Benefits Eligible:
YesEmployment Type
Full-Time
