Postdoctoral Fellowship in Polymer Nanocomposite Materials

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Polymer Nanocomposite Materials [1+ y; PhD in Polymer Chemistry, Chem Eng, Materials Sc or rel; strong backgrnd in polymer synthesis, exp in polymer surface chemistry & surface characterization advantage, hands on exp in materials process dvlpmt advantage] / Surface Science Western, University of Western Ontario; London, Ontario
The University of Western Ontario
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Polymer Nanocomposite Materials

Position

A research group focused on polymer-based nanocomposite research at The University of Western Ontario is looking for a postdoctoral fellow (PDF). The research group is interdisciplinary and consists of chemists, physicists and engineers from industry and academia. The research group is studying synthesis, functionalization, surface modification, characterization and testing of polymer nanocomposites. Much of the postdoctoral research will be carried out at Surface Science Western, a state-of-the-art surface analysis laboratory. The contract position is for one-year, with possible extensions and dependent on funding.

Qualifications

Candidates should have completed their Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline with a strong background in polymer synthesis. Candidates with experience in polymer surface chemistry and surface characterization would be an asset. Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, are required to successfully work in this academic and industrial research team. Candidates are expected to work independently and be a productive member of the team. Hands on experience in materials process development is an asset.

Contact

To apply please send a Curriculum Vitae (CV), three references and a brief description of your research interests to Dr. Jun Yang. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Dr. Jun Yang
Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
The University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada.
Phone: +1 (519) 661-2111 ext. 80158; Fax: +1 (519) 661-3020
Email: jyang@eng.uwo.ca

Related Web Sites:
www.eng.uwo.ca/people/jyang
www.surfacesciencewestern.com