• Shaheen Family Collegiate Associate Professor, University of Notre Dame, 2023 - present

  • Associate Professor, University of Notre Dame, 2021 - 2023

  • Assistant Professor, University of Notre Dame, 2015 - 2021

  • NRC Postdoctoral Research Associate, NIST, 2014 - 2015

  • Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Cornell University, 2014

  • M.Eng, B.Ch.E., Chemical Engineering, Widener University, 2008

  • B.S., Chemistry, Widener University, 2008

Research Description

The Schaefer Research Group studies ion transport and electrochemical processes towards a more sustainable future.

The team develops novel polymer materials and membranes for separations and advanced electrochemical energy storage and generation devices that have potential for improved safety, sustainability, and reduced size or weight.

Positions

Associate Professor
University of Notre Dame
2015
NRC Research Associate
National Institute of Standards and Techology
2014 - 2015
Lecturer
Tompkins Cortland Community College
2013 - 2013

Education

Ph.D. Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
Cornell University
2014
M.Eng. Chemical Engineering
Widener University
2008
B.S. Chemistry
Widener University
2008
B.Ch.E. Chemical Engineering
Widener University
2008