Post Doctoral Fellow
Post Doctoral Fellow
Employer
University of South Carolina
Location
Columbia
Job Details
Posting Number:
RTF00024PO21
USC Market Title:
Post Doctoral Fellow
Link to USC Market Title:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/8219
Business Title:
Post Doctoral Fellow
Campus:
Columbia
Work County:
Richland
College/Division:
College of Arts and Sciences
Department:
CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours per Week:
40
Type of Faculty Position:
Faculty Research Grant (FRGP)
Basis :
12 months
Job Search Category:
Post-doctoral
About University of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
South Carolina Retirement:
Yes
State Insurance Programs:
Yes
Annual Leave:
Yes
Sick Leave:
Yes
Advertised Job Summary:
The department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is looking for a candidate who has the ability to synthesize hybrid materials and organic linkers, perform conductivity measurements, perform spectroscopy measurements, and perform X-ray diffraction analysis. The candidate should have the ability to analyze data, write papers, and draw graphics.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:
The candidate should have a PhD in organic chemistry with a very strong background in photophysical measurements which include studies of energy transfer processes, lifetime measurements, and kinetics.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong background in photophysical measurements which include studies of energy transfer processes, lifetime measurements, and kinetics.
Job Duty:
Synthesis materials and their characterization through Conductivity measurements, x-ray diffraction analysis and spectroscopic characterization.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
60
Job Duty:
Assists in supervising and training graduate and undergraduate students in their research projects.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
20
Job Duty:
Prepares graphics and contributes to writing proposals and reports on funded projects.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
20
Hazardous weather category:
Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.:
No
Desired Start Date:
07/01/2021
Position End Date :
06/30/2022
Job Open Date:
06/08/2021
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/99089
EEO Statement:
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.