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University of Houston · 2 months ago

Research Assistant Professor - Condensed Matter Physics

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

The University of Houston is inviting applications for a non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor position focusing on condensed matter physics. The role involves conducting independent research, particularly on hydrogen production through electrolysis, and requires collaboration with industrial partners to scale up catalysts for practical applications.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct independent fundamental and applied research on condensed matter physics topics

Collaborate with industrial companies on scaling up catalysts for practical applications

Apply for research grants to support research activities

Qualification

PhD in PhysicsCondensed Matter PhysicsEnergy Related ResearchHydrogen ProductionElectrolysisCatalysts DevelopmentMembrane DesignElectrolyzer DesigningCollaboration with IndustryResearch Grants ApplicationIndependent ResearchPublication Impact

Required

PhD in Physics with a focus on condensed matter physics

Strong experience on energy related research, particularly on hydrogen production through electrolysis

Experience on seawater electrolysis involving catalysts, membrane, electrolyzer designing, etc

Experience in collaboration with industrial companies on scaling up the catalysts for practical applications of the catalysts in megawatt scale system

Well published and creating a significant impact to the field reflected by a large number of citations, at least more than 10,000

At least three years of postdoc experience

At least four more years beyond postdoc carrying out world class independent fundamental and applied research on aforementioned topics

Permanent residence of the United States of America

Must actively apply for research grants to support his/her/their research