Summary
Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), located in Golden, Colorado, as a Postdoctoral Researcher in Photoelectrocatalysis, focused on innovative energy solutions through advanced research in photo(electro)catalysis.
Postdoctoral Researcher—Photoelectrocatalysis, Golden, Colorado
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Fixed Term)
Table of Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Photoelectrocatalysis |
| Location | Golden, Colorado |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Recent PhD Graduate (within the last three years) in Chemistry, Material Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields |
| Salary Range | $76,600 – $126,400 annually |
| Working Hours | Full-time (40 hours per week) |
| Contract Duration | Initial appointment for 1 year, with up to 3 years total preferred. |
Job Description
NLR is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to explore the fundamentals of photo(electro)chemical transformations such as the Hydrogen Evolution Reaction (HER), CO2 Reduction Reaction (CO2RR), and Nitrate Reduction Reaction (NO3RR). This research involves the characterization of novel semiconductor materials and architectures as photoelectrodes, focusing on:
- Identifying defects
- Probing reaction mechanisms
- Tuning optoelectronic and catalytic properties
Candidates will engage in multidisciplinary team science, employing in situ spectroscopies, microscopy, and product detection tools to investigate the properties, mechanisms, and stability of new materials.
Eligibility/Qualification
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years.
Additional Required Qualifications:
- PhD in Chemistry, Material Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
- Established track record in scientific writing, presentations, publications, and communication.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in photoelectrocatalysis, electrocatalysis, or photocatalysis for fuel-forming reactions (CO2R, NO3RR, HER, OER).
- Proficiency in spectroscopic characterization of (photo/electro)catalysts and surface modifications.
- Understanding of semiconductor device physics and optoelectronic properties.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a completed application form along with a cover letter and resume to be considered for this position. Each application should be tailored to the specific job listing.
Submission Window: Up to 30 days; may be extended as needed.
Last Date for Application
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with the submission window anticipated to close within 30 days of posting.
For further details about the application process, please visit the NLR careers site.
