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JOB TITLE:
Post Doctoral Research Associate
JOB PURPOSE:
The Laboratory for Low-Carbon Energy and Environmental Sustainability promotes a long-term vision for the role of both technology and policy to cope with complex energy, environmental and natural resource challenges. The laboratory conducts systems research that addresses technical, economic, and policy issues related to energy and the environment. Current interests of research mainly include low-carbon energy systems, hydrogen energy, carbon capture and storage, and the energy-water nexus. The laboratory pioneers the development of the Integrated Environmental Control Model (IECM), a computer-based tool used worldwide for power plant modeling and assessment. The principal investigator is Dr. Haibo Zhai, a Professor of Environmental Engineering and the Roy & Caryl Cline Distinguished Chair in Engineering at UW. He is also an Adjunct Professor in the School of Energy Resources at UW and in the Department of Engineering and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The laboratory is hiring two postdoctoral research associates to work on a new project on low-carbon hydrogen production. This project is to examine technical, economic, and environmental issues related to low-carbon hydrogen production from natural gas resources. Postdoctoral research associates will conduct thermodynamic process modeling and techno-economic analysis for low-carbon hydrogen production. Deep carbon capture and storage beyond 90% CO2 removal or advanced nuclear technology (e.g., small and micro modular reactors) will be employed for hydrogen production to lower life cycle greenhouse gas emissions. The performance and cost models of low-carbon hydrogen production to be developed will be further incorporated into the IECM. In addition, postdoctoral research associates will prepare progress reports and present them at project review meetings, present results at national and international conferences, publish work in peer-reviewed academic journals, and develop training materials for the relevant educational program.
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A doctoral degree in chemical and environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, nuclear engineering, or other energy-related disciplines is required for this position. A Doctoral Degree is required for this position, however, consideration will be given to applicants that are currently pursuing their Doctoral Degree and will complete the degree prior to starting work.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants with expertise on hydrogen production process modeling, nuclear reactor modeling, ASPEN Plus, and techno-economic analysis are strongly encouraged.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 9/26/2024 will receive full consideration.
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
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