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    Research Associate - Chapel Hill, United States - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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    A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities.

    Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.


    One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.


    University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

    Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit


    Launched in 2013, the Department of Applied Physical Sciences (APS) is the first new science department in the College of Arts and Sciences in nearly 40 years.

    Including the Chapel Hill Analytical and Nanofabrication Laboratory (CHANL) and the graduate program in material sciences, Applied Physical Sciences has united numerous scientific entities on campus to further its mission of finding interdisciplinary solutions to real-world problems.

    Its newest endeavor, BeAM (Be A Maker), is a university-wide initiative that incorporates Making into research, education, and entrepreneurship.

    BeAM is comprised of several spaces, including a makerspace in Hanes Art Center, Carmichael Residence Hall, and a 3,400 square foot Makerspace in Murray Hall, all of which serve the entire UNC community.

    Position Summary


    The Research Associate in Professor Jinsong Huang's group in the Department of Applied Physical Sciences at UNC Chapel Hill is part of a dynamic research group with focus on perovskite materials and devices.

    The Huang group has state of the art facility with recently renovated labs, including four research rooms for material process, material characterization, device fabrication, scaling up, optical and electronic measurements.

    The Huang group provides support for personal career development for a win-win scenario.

    The candidate will work on improving the performance of perovskite solar cells by understanding the materials, interfaces, and device fabrication.

    Although device performance is the goal of the research in many projects, fundamental understanding is the soul of this group.

    Minimum Education and Experience Requirements


    Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

    May require terminal degree and licensure.

    Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience


    The candidate is expected to have evidence of academic excellence in inorganic chemistry, material science engineering, Perovskite Solar Cell, or solid-state physics.


    • Hands-on experience working with machine design, automation, perovskite solar cells, material synthesis, material characterization, devise fabrication, scaling up, optical and electronic measurements.
    • An aptitude for troubleshooting lab instruments
    • Ability to work both independently and in teams
    • Detail-oriented and self-motivated
    Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience


    • Independent thinking capability
    • Be willing to take on a wide variety of roles
    • Be able to identify potential hazards in the laboratory and undertake safe work practices
    • Have excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
    • Be able to present information concisely
    • Be able to multi-task and set priorities to meet deadlines
    • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Be able to work with a diverse group of people
    • Have training in physical material science, physical chemistry, and photo physics.
    Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

    Not Applicable.

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