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Research Associate in Consolidation & Water Treatment (Advanced Materials) University of Alberta in Canada

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Field of study

Chemistry

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Full-time Research Associate appointment with a term length of one year. Annual salary range is CAD 65,369 to 81,719, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

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University of Alberta

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Keywords

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Water Treatment
Material Characterization
Contaminant Remediation
Advanced Materials
Photocatalyst
Quantum Dot
Physics
Biomaterials

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About this position

University of Alberta is hiring a Research Associate in Consolidation & Water Treatment in Edmonton, Canada. This is a full-time, in-person, one-year academic research appointment within the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences.

The role is embedded in a research theme focused on developing solutions for environmental challenges and current energy systems, with emphasis on advanced materials, bio-based consolidants, biosorbents, photocatalysts, and water remediation. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Aman Ullah in Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Sciences and collaborate with a broader interdisciplinary team.

Research activities include synthesis and characterization of advanced (bio)-materials from waste and bio-resources, preparation of thin films and sensors, data collection and analysis, calibration/validation/demonstration work, and support for transfer of solutions to industry. The post also involves preparing samples for structural, optical, thermal, and mechanical analyses, carrying out consolidation and bio-sorption experiments, water analysis, assisting with research papers, proposals, presentations, reports, and mentoring or training lab colleagues.

Applicants should have a PhD in Physics or a related discipline, along with a strong publication and/or patent record. Desired experience includes advanced material synthesis, biomaterials, inorganic and semiconductor systems, graphene oxide and graphene quantum dots, photocatalysts, keratin modification, oil sands tailings consolidation, water remediation, and a range of characterization techniques such as SEM, FTIR, TGA, DSC, photoluminescence, ellipsometry, and electrical/optical measurements.

The position offers an annual salary of CAD 65,369 to 81,719 plus a comprehensive benefits package. Priority consideration is given to internal applicants, and Canadian citizens/permanent residents are prioritized if suitable candidates are available. Apply online by submitting the requested documents before 2026-12-01.

Funding details

Full-time Research Associate appointment with a term length of one year. Annual salary range is CAD 65,369 to 81,719, with a comprehensive benefits package.

What's required

PhD in Physics or a related discipline from a recognized institute; strong publication and/or patent record; experience in advanced material synthesis and characterization, including biomaterials, inorganic materials, semiconductors, graphene oxide, graphene quantum dots, photocatalysts, and biopolymer (keratin) modification; experience with consolidation of oil sands tailings and water remediation; knowledge of structure-property relationships; hands-on experience with SEM, FTIR, tensile testing, TGA, DSC, absorption/transmission, photoluminescence, thin film deposition (drop casting, solution casting, spin coating), ellipsometry, electrical characterization, and optical profilometry; experience developing value-added materials from waste and bio-resources; familiarity with sensor-related projects; proven expertise in synthesis/modification, characterization, water treatment, lab coordination, training students, and high-quality scientific writing; strong academic record, organizational, communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, multitasking, time-management, and independent lab-work skills.

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Click Apply Now and submit a CV, cover letter, list of publications, research plan, Access, Community, and Belonging Philosophy, and academic referral letters. Apply through the University of Alberta careers portal before the deadline.

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