Postdoctoral Research Associate - Material Science Thermosetting Polymers
- Georgia Southern University
- Statesboro, Georgia
- Full Time
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Material Science Thermosetting Polymers
Job ID285492
Location
Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here:
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Job Summary
The Center for Advanced Materials & the Department of Biochem, Chemistry & Physics at Georgia Southern University is hiring a Post-Doctoral Research Associate. The successful candidate will join one of the research groups outlined below. The position will join the research group of Dr. Rafael Quirino. The postdoctoral associate will be responsible for preparing thermosetting polymers from microbial oils and for thoroughly characterizing the materials produced via TGA, DSC, and DMA, among other techniques. He/she will also compile an extensive data set to be used for Machine Learning (ML). They will validate a predictive model generated by ML by preparing new samples with ideal monomers and contrasting their properties with predicted values. The post-doc will assist with manuscript preparation, Conference presentations, writing proposals for external funding, and will directly oversee the work of graduate and undergraduate students in the lab. The postdoc will benefit from working in the Center for Advanced Materials Science in Statesboro, GA with faculty with expertise in all areas of materials science and technology. The position is for a one-year period. This position is time limited and 100% sponsored-funded; therefore, continued employment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funding.
Employment is contingent upon funding.
Responsibilities
Conduct self-directed and directed research in the research project described above
Design and implement high-impact research projects including but not limited thermosetting polymers and their analysis
Set up and maintain experimental instruments and equipment
Develop manuscripts and presentations containing results of assigned research findings
Assist with development, edit and review project proposals, presentations, and reports
Manage assignments to graduate assistants and undergraduate researchers as needed
Oversee student researchers during laboratory experiments
Oversee data analysis and data management
Disseminate research results to scientific audiences through peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and other media
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
PhD degree in a relevant field (chemistry, physics, materials science, etc.)
Required Experience
Expertise in materials science, polymer science broadly defined
Excellent laboratory skills in polymer synthesis and characterization techniques
Experience with common materials characterization techniques and relevant spectroscopies
Proficiency in text, graphics, and data processing software
Author or co-author on publications in a closely related top
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Experience with polymerization of vegetable oils/triglycerides, preparation of thermosetting polymers via free radical polymerization, compression molding
Preparation of polymer composites
Experience with a wide range of materials characterization, such as TGA, DSC, DMA, GPC, contact angle, SEM, TEM, EDX, GC-MS, XRD, FTIR, NMR
Experience with preparing grant applications
Proposed Salary
$56,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Unofficial Graduate and Undergraduate Transcripts
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment, and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent multi-tasking skills
Demonstrated research experience from designing research questions to dissemination of results
Demonstrated ability to work independently and complete tasks
Job ID285492
Location
Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here:
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Job Summary
The Center for Advanced Materials & the Department of Biochem, Chemistry & Physics at Georgia Southern University is hiring a Post-Doctoral Research Associate. The successful candidate will join one of the research groups outlined below. The position will join the research group of Dr. Rafael Quirino. The postdoctoral associate will be responsible for preparing thermosetting polymers from microbial oils and for thoroughly characterizing the materials produced via TGA, DSC, and DMA, among other techniques. He/she will also compile an extensive data set to be used for Machine Learning (ML). They will validate a predictive model generated by ML by preparing new samples with ideal monomers and contrasting their properties with predicted values. The post-doc will assist with manuscript preparation, Conference presentations, writing proposals for external funding, and will directly oversee the work of graduate and undergraduate students in the lab. The postdoc will benefit from working in the Center for Advanced Materials Science in Statesboro, GA with faculty with expertise in all areas of materials science and technology. The position is for a one-year period. This position is time limited and 100% sponsored-funded; therefore, continued employment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funding.
Employment is contingent upon funding.
Responsibilities
Conduct self-directed and directed research in the research project described above
Design and implement high-impact research projects including but not limited thermosetting polymers and their analysis
Set up and maintain experimental instruments and equipment
Develop manuscripts and presentations containing results of assigned research findings
Assist with development, edit and review project proposals, presentations, and reports
Manage assignments to graduate assistants and undergraduate researchers as needed
Oversee student researchers during laboratory experiments
Oversee data analysis and data management
Disseminate research results to scientific audiences through peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and other media
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
PhD degree in a relevant field (chemistry, physics, materials science, etc.)
Required Experience
Expertise in materials science, polymer science broadly defined
Excellent laboratory skills in polymer synthesis and characterization techniques
Experience with common materials characterization techniques and relevant spectroscopies
Proficiency in text, graphics, and data processing software
Author or co-author on publications in a closely related top
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Experience with polymerization of vegetable oils/triglycerides, preparation of thermosetting polymers via free radical polymerization, compression molding
Preparation of polymer composites
Experience with a wide range of materials characterization, such as TGA, DSC, DMA, GPC, contact angle, SEM, TEM, EDX, GC-MS, XRD, FTIR, NMR
Experience with preparing grant applications
Proposed Salary
$56,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Unofficial Graduate and Undergraduate Transcripts
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment, and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent multi-tasking skills
Demonstrated research experience from designing research questions to dissemination of results
Demonstrated ability to work independently and complete tasks
Job ID: 476775914
Originally Posted on: 5/13/2025
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