Post Doctoral Research Associate
University of Georgia
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Posted on Jul 26, 2025
Posting Details
Position Details
| Posting Number | G/R30420P |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Post Doctoral Research Associate |
| Department | Franklin-Chemistry |
| About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. |
| About the College/Unit/Department | Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia’s learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units. |
| College/Unit/Department website | https://wenhao-shao.github.io/ |
| Employment Type | Employee |
| Additional Schedule Information | |
| Advertised Salary | Commensurate with Experience |
| Anticipated Start Date | 11/01/2025 |
| Posting Date | 07/25/2025 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
| EOO Statement | The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
| USG Core Values Statement | The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities | Conducting research on materials synthesis, characterization, or fabrication |
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| Percentage of time | 70 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students |
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| Percentage of time | 10 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | Participate in grant proposal writing |
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| Percentage of time | 10 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | Laboratory research group management |
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| Percentage of time | 10 |
Position Details
Position Information
| Classification Title | Post-Doctoral Associate AD |
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| FLSA | Exempt |
| UGA Job Code | |
| FTE | 1.0 |
| Minimum Qualifications | |
| Position Summary | The W. Shao Laboratory, established in June 2025 at the University of Georgia, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to contribute to the discovery and development of organic and hybrid materials for electronic and photonic applications. The scholar will lead and support projects involving computation-assisted molecular design, crystallization and self-assembly of organic-inorganic hybrid systems, optical system design, advanced spectroscopy, and materials optimization for emerging applications in quantum photonics, gas storage, and catalysis. The Shao Lab is committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually vibrant research environment. The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop leadership skills essential for a career in academia or industry through active mentorship, team-based research, international collaborations, and participation in conferences and workshops. wenhao-shao.github.io |
| Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position |
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| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies | |
| Physical Demands | |
| Is this a Position of Trust? | No |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
| Is driving a requirement of this position? | No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No |
| Background Investigation Policy | Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
| Contact Details | For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. |
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| Recruitment Contact Name | Dr. Wenhao Shao |
| Recruitment Contact Email | swh@uga.edu |
| Recruitment Contact Phone |
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
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