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Ferguson Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Onsite
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The laboratory of Professor Katherine (Kallie) Willets in the Department of Chemistry, at The Pennsylvania State University, seeks to fill multiple postdoctoral research positions in the area of single entity characterization using optical and electrochemical microscopy tools.
Research will focus on structure-function correlation of single nanoparticles to understand how heterogeneity in nanoparticle morphology, interfaces, and local environment affect performance in electrochemical, catalytic, and sensing applications. The successful candidate should demonstrate extensive experience in optical microscopy of single entities, including knowledge of instrumentation development and design.
Applicants must have recently received, or be scheduled to receive, a Ph.D. in Chemistry by the time employment starts. The individual should be self-motivated and is expected to lead the projects, as well as contribute to collaborative research efforts. Interested and qualified applicants must submit applications electronically to include a cover letter describing your research background to include prior training, and research interests, as well as a CV.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Following a screening of initial application materials, candidates will be contacted by email asking for letters of reference to be sent.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
BENEFITS
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)
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EEO IS THE LAW
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