Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

  • Michigan State University
  • United States, MI
  • May 19, 2026
Full-time, Part-time
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    Job Description:

    Position Summary

    Solar Energy Conversion

    The Hamann lab is seeking a highly motivated, independent, and creative scientist for an open postdoctoral research associate position to work on investigating new solar energy conversion systems. The candidate will conduct basic research that includes electrochemical and photoelectrochemical investigations of dye-sensitized solar cell and related photoelectrochemical energy conversion systems.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

    Required Degree

    Doctorate -Chemistry

    Minimum Requirements

    A Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field, excellent communication skills and a strong track record of scientific productivity. Experience using electrochemistry, inorganic and material synthesis and characterization are required. Experience in advanced electrochemical methods, including impedance spectroscopy, is highly desired. Applicants should be able to work independently as well as working in an interdisciplinary team.

    Required Application Materials

    • a cover letter (with expected date of availability), describing research experience.
    • a curriculum vita with full publication list
    • at least two people who can provide letters of recommendation.

    Special Instructions

    Review of applications will begin immediately. Preferred start date: ASAP.

    The position is for one year, but with the possibility of renewal, based upon mutual agreement and availability of funds.

    Please contact Prof. Hamann ([email protected]) for more details.

    Review of Applications Begins On

    05/25/2026

    Website

    https://www.chemistry.msu.edu/

    Department Statement

    Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities
    in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing
    opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

    MSU Statement

    Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.







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