Research Associate

Professor Yang Yang's research group is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead research and development of electrified water treatment technologies under a one-year project funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The successful candidate will work on the design and optimization of electrochemical treatment processes for challenging wastewaters, with emphasis on electrode material development, reactor/process engineering, scale-up, and on-site testing. The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on funding availability and performance evaluation.

General Purpose: To lead research and development of electrified/electrochemical water treatment technologies by designing, optimizing, and scaling reactor and electrode systems, generating high-quality experimental data, and supporting pilot and on-site testing to achieve project deliverables.

In addition to your resume/ CV and cover letter please upload one of recommendation letter, from your current employer or supervisor.

* Develop and evaluate advanced electrode materials (e.g., fabrication, characterization, and performance testing) for electrified water treatment applications.
* Design and optimize electrochemical treatment processes, including reactor configuration, operating conditions, and treatment train integration.
* Conduct bench-scale and pilot-scale experiments to assess treatment performance, robustness, and energy efficiency.
* Support scale-up activities and participate in field/on-site testing, including system commissioning, troubleshooting, and data interpretation.
* Perform data analysis, maintain rigorous experimental documentation, and prepare technical reports for project deliverables.
* Contribute to manuscript preparation, conference presentations, and proposal development as appropriate.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners and mentor graduate/undergraduate students involved in related tasks

Education: PhD in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a closely related field.
Minimal Experience: Experience using PeopleSoft. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

* Demonstrated experience in electrochemical/electrified water treatment, electrode material development, or reactor/process design.
* Hands-on experience with experimental systems, analytical methods, and data-driven interpretation.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work independently in a collaborative research environment.
* Strong scientific writing skill and publication records in the related field

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records