Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Research Positions

The University of Central Florida’s Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) has a number of openings in hydrogen and fuel cell technology areas.

 

1- Research Scientists (3) to conduct cutting edge research in the areas of PEM fuel cells, electrochemical hydrogen production, and electrocatalysis related to energy applications.  Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, minimum of one year of experience and a proven record of scholarly and funded research. Starting salary commensurate with experience, $60,000 - $70,000/year – negotiable.

 

2- Laboratory Manager to upkeep and operate FSEC’s analytical instruments (GC-MS/MS, TG-MS, DSC, FTIR, TPD-MS, UV-vis, HPLC, IC, BET, PCT and an assortment of GCs and optical microscopes).  The position requires a minimum of BS in chemistry or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience.  The ability to interpret data and computer skills is a plus.  Starting salary commensurate with experience, $40,000/year - negotiable.

 

3- Postdoctoral fellows (2) to conduct research on PEM fuel cells, thermochemical conversion of biomass to liquid fuels, catalysts for Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, reactor design and modeling.  Good communication skills, ability to work with a multidisciplinary team and familiarity with the chemical analytical instruments (GC-MS, FTIR, DSC, TGA-DTA) is a plus. Starting salary commensurate with experience $50,000/year - negotiable

 

Qualified applicants should submit a resume, a publications list (where applicable), and the names of three references to Janice Matley at jmatley@fsec.ucf.edu   Please indicate in your cover letter the position for which you are applying.  Positions are open until filled but review of applicants will begin in early October 2008.  Proof of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

As the State of Florida’s energy research institute, the Florida Solar Energy Center conducts research in Building Science, Photovoltaics, Solar Thermal, Hydrogen and Alternative Fuels, Fuel Cells and other advanced energy technologies. See http://www.fsec.ucf.edu. As a public corporation of the State of Florida, UCF makes all search materials available for public review upon request. EO/AA.