Postdoctoral Scholar

Postdoctoral Scholar

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Position Details

Summary Operating Title Postdoctoral Scholar Long Classification Title Campus Location Durham Department UNH CEPS Chemical Engineering Summary of Position Summary of Position : Our BIO-SENS (Bio-Inspired On-demand Strategies for Engineering Nanostructured Sensors) team, a National Science Foundation (NSF) EPSCoR team led by University of New Hampshire (UNH) is looking for a new post doctoral member for our leadership team.

The team has active members at Auburn University, University of New England, University of Wyoming, and University of Maine.

The focus of the team is on developing engineering principles to guide on-demand biosensor design towards Industry 4.0 applications.

The selected postdoctoral researcher will become part of the BIO-SENS leadership team, engage with industrial partners, and get experience managing a research budget.

The specific postdoctoral researcher will be hosted by the Surface Enhanced Electrochemical Diagnostic Sensors (SEEDS Lab) and mentored by Prof.

Jeffrey M Halpern at the University of New Hampshire. The postdoctoral research is expected to work extensively on surface modification of proteins and the assessment of stimulus response of a dynamic stimuli-responsive surface protein with electrochemical impedance spectroscopy.

The candidate should provide a 2-page research statement focused on the minimum and preferred qualifications.

In addition, this research will be coupled with a multi-tiered workforce development plan integrated throughout the project that includes training for a new biotechnology workforce in AL, ME, NH, and WY.

We expect the postdoctoral scholar to be a partner in some of these activities, especially in the diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility work centered around training the new biotechnology industry workforce.

The candidate is expected to provide a 1-page DEIA statement on their experience and vision.

For full consideration, please include :

Resume / curriculum vitae· 2-page research statement focusing on your experience on necessary skills· 1-page DEI / Workforce Development Statement including your experience and vision· Three references that can speak to these documents

You can watch an introductory video of the team and science here :

Additional Job Information The selected postdoctoral scholar will have some budgetary oversight and travel capabilities.

Posting Number PF0878FY25 Acceptable Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Engineering or Physical Sciences
• Strong mathematic background
• Experience in two or more of the following areas : Electrochemical Impedance SpectroscopyProtein Chemistry and Protein EngineeringSurface ChemistryBiomanufacturing / Bioprocessing
• Leadership experience
• Great communication
• Mentorship experience
• Experience towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) efforts

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Additional helpful scientific skillsQuartz Crystal MicrobalanceMicrofluidicsX-ray Photoelectron SpectroscopyAttenuated Tunneling Reflectance Fourier Transform InfraredAtomic Force MicroscopyOther surface analysis
• Other electrochemistry knowledgeFamiliar with communication toolsSlackZoomTeams

Salary Information Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quick Link to Posting Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.0 Faculty Information Non-Renewable If Renewable or Number of years, please specify Type of Position Post Doctorate Posting Details Posting Date 07 / 24 / 2024 Open Until Filled Yes Closing Date Interested Internal Candidates Exist?

No Appointment Type Grant Funded If TERM position with benefits, indicate projected end date 02 / 28 / 2026 Departmental Information This position is responsible for the supervision of Students Special Requirements A background check will be required as a condition of employment.