Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more. Prof. Yang Yang’s group ( http://www.yangyanglab.com/) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) is seeking applicants for Postdoctoral Research Associates to carry out research in Li/Na ions batteries, acidic/alkaline membrane electrolyzers, and fuel cells. Research efforts in the Yang lab are directed toward studying the surface and interface engineering of functional materials at the nano/atomic scale for clean energy and environmental sustainability. Research opportunities include battery chemistry and materials studies, electrocatalyst design and synthesis, ion exchange membranes, catalyst layer architectures, operation and test of electrolyzers/fuel cells. Strong background and interest in advanced materials and renewable energy. Doctoral degree in material chemistry, applied chemistry, physical chemistry, and electrochemistry are encouraged. Demonstrated strong background in several of the following areas is preferred: • Battery chemistry and battery materials; Department Office of Research - Nanoscience Technology Center (NTC) - Operations CG Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Type of Appointment Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Expected Salary $57,000.00 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement. The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request. As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.