Postdoctoral Fellow at Hokkaido University: The Institute for Chemical Reaction Design and Discovery (ICReDD) at Hokkaido University, a global research center under the World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI), is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. This role focuses on groundbreaking research integrating computational, information, and experimental sciences to advance chemical reactions and materials for future applications.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area:
The position will focus on synthetic organic chemistry, asymmetric organocatalysis, quantum chemical calculation, and machine learning.
Location:
Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree at the time of appointment.
- Outstanding achievements and publications in the related research field.
- Strong motivation for research and excellent communication skills in English.
Job Description:
The fellow will work on the joint research project, “List Sustainable Digital Transformation Catalyst Collaboration Research Platform,” led by Nobel Laureate Professor Benjamin List. The research will involve:
- Development of asymmetric reactions using highly confined organocatalysts.
- Development of reactions via carbonium intermediates.
- Asymmetric organocatalysis using quantum chemical calculations.
How to Apply:
Submit the following documents in a single PDF to recruit@icredd.hokudai.ac.jp (cc: list@icredd.hokudai.ac.jp):
- Curriculum Vitae (with a profile photo and detailed academic history).
- List of research activities and major publications.
- Summary of past/current research (1 page).
- Future research proposal at ICReDD (1 page).
- Two references with contact details.
Last Date for Apply:
Applications are accepted until the position is filled.
