Human Resources

Summary

Professor Lei Pan's research group at Michigan Technological University is seeking a motivated postdoctoral research associate to advance both science and engineering in the field of mineral processing and hydrometallurgical refining or primary nickel ores and recycling of Li-ion batteries. The primary focus will be black mass separation and lithium extraction and purification.

Michigan Tech attracts world-class staff and faculty who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/).

Responsibilities 

Develop a research program in black mass separation and lithium extraction and purification.
Provide guidance and supervision to both graduate students and undergraduate researchers in this area.
Perform various laboratory-scale and pilot-scale experiments.
Preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Assisting with proposal writing and project administration.
Maintain a good safety record.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

• PhD in Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.

Required Experience

• Four (4) years of experience in mineral processing and hydrometallurgical unit operations.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Ability to publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.

Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.

Required University Training:

• Employee Safety Overview

• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training

• Annual Data Security Training 

• Annual Title IX Training

Background Check:

Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the United States) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility.

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FLSA Status

Exempt

Appointment Term

12 months

Shift

Pay Rate/Salary

Title of Position Supervisor

Professor

Posting Type

Dependent on Funding

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

• Please contact Lei Pan at leipan@mtu.edu with questions. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
  
  For consideration, the applicant should submit -
  Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  Statement of Research Interests
  Contact Information for three (3) reference providers.
  
  We strongly encourage applicants to address the required and desired qualifications in their cover letter and explain how they will contribute to the Vision and Mission of Michigan Tech.

Additional Information

Michigan Technological University, one of the four major research universities in the State of Michigan, is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior. The community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities. Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, MI on the south shore of Lake Superior.

Michigan Tech is proud to be an ADVANCE Institution that has thrice received National Science Foundation support to increase diversity, inclusion, and the participation and advancement of women and underrepresented individuals in STEM.