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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Materials Science · Sri Lanka · 2023-02-17

Processing Time
4 days
Decision Date
2023-02-17
Location
Arizona
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue identifying and characterizing the structural, optical, and electronic properties of target materials for organic and hybrid photovoltaics. This work aims to enable the use of these materials in solar cells, light-emitting diodes, and photodetectors to improve renewable energy technologies.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The endeavor has national importance as it contributes to U.S. energy goals and is supported by NSF funding for public welfare and national security.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to her Ph.D., 9 publications, 100 citations, and expertise in computational chemistry.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the petitioner's specialized skills in photovoltaic materials and hydrogen production justify waiving the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in theoretical and computational chemistry and her record of 9 peer-reviewed journal articles with 100 citations. Evidence included 4 expert recommendation letters and documentation of funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 4 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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