Postdoctoral Scholar

The Pennsylvania State University

University Park, PA, US
Hybrid
Ph.d. in mineral processing or metallurgical engineering
Experience in physical separation and hydrometallurgy
Strong experimental and analytical skills
This position involves developing architecture-specific modular technologies to transform electronic waste into manufacturing-ready critical materials

Job Summary

  • This position involves developing architecture-specific modular technologies to transform electronic waste into manufacturing-ready critical materials.
  • The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams including engineering, chemistry, and industry partners like Intel-E-Waste.
  • Candidates will contribute to a nationally recognized NSF-supported initiative aimed at enhancing U.S. critical materials supply chain resilience.

Matching Summary

This position involves developing architecture-specific modular technologies to transform electronic waste into manufacturing-ready critical materials.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Mineral Processing or Metallurgical Engineering
  • Experience in physical separation and hydrometallurgy
  • Strong experimental and analytical skills
  • Proficiency in data analysis and scientific writing
  • Available to start immediately

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with critical materials recovery
  • Ability to work in interdisciplinary environments
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Background in rare earth and precious metal separation

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. required by start date
  • Immediate availability required
  • Publication record evidence required

Work Rights

Not specified

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