Post Doctoral Research Fellow

Position Information

This is a non-tenure track postdoctoral position to conduct research in synthetic organic chemistry/polymer chemistry. The program will involve the development of methods for the preparation of monomers from biomass and initial examination of polymerization reactions for coatings and other applications

Position Description & Details

Conduct laboratory research in synthetic organic chemistry to prepare monomers. 80% of time

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility (include description of physical demands for individual task)

Develop methods for the synthesis of monomers from biomass

Conversion of monomers to oligomers and polymers using enzymatic and Lewis acid catalysts.

Develop new carbon-carbon bond forming reactions, especially furans and lignin derived compounds.

Develop new reactions to prepare amines from alkenes

Report research findings in the form of oral presentations

Report research findings in a formal report

Attend weekly group meetings

Attend department seminars

Interact with polymer chemists working on the overall project

Present research findings at local, regional and national conferences

Position Description & Details

Mentor undergraduate and graduate students. 10% of time

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility (include description of physical demands for individual task)

Train undergraduate and graduate students in conducting research in an organic laboratory setting

Teach students in conducting research in a safe manner.

Interact with students and discuss science

Position Description & Details

Professional development, 10% of time

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility (include description of physical demands for individual task)

Attend local, regional, and national conferences in chemistry and polymers

Meet with departmental seminar speakers

Review of scientific papers submitted for publications

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Polymer Science, Coatings and Polymeric Materials or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry; experience in method development; handling of air and moisture sensitive compounds; experience with polymer synthesis; good skills in purification and characterization of monomers and polymers by analytical techniques; excellent oral and written communication skills.

Applicant Materials Required

Applicant documents required/included (cover letter, resume, etc.)

Screening will begin 6/27/22

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

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