Postdoctoral Scholar & Ph.D. Positions: The Wu Lab at the University of California, Riverside’s Department of Chemistry is offering 1 Postdoctoral Scholar and 2 Ph.D. positions starting Fall 2025 or Spring 2026. The lab focuses on developing innovative optical and molecular barcoding platforms for high-throughput biological analysis, blending optics, materials science, chemistry, and bioanalytical technology. We are looking for talented, creative, and collaborative researchers passionate about interdisciplinary science.
Postdoctoral Scholar & Ph.D. Positions in Optical and Molecular Barcoding | UC Riverside Chemistry
📊 Opportunity Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | 1 Postdoctoral Scholar, 2 Ph.D. Students |
| Research Area | Optics, Photonics, Chemical Biology, Materials Science, Bioanalytics |
| Location | Wu Lab, Department of Chemistry, UC Riverside, USA |
| Start Date | Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 |
| Eligibility | Background in relevant scientific disciplines (see below) |
| Application Deadline | Open until filled (early applications encouraged) |
🎓 Designation
- Postdoctoral Scholar (1 Position)
- Ph.D. Student (2 Positions)
🧬 Research Area
Our group works at the interdisciplinary frontier of:
- Optics & Photonics
- Chemistry & Chemical Biology
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Molecular Barcoding and High-Throughput Biological Analysis
📍 Location
Wu Lab, Department of Chemistry
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, California, USA
✅ Eligibility / Qualifications
Applicants should have a strong academic background or research experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Optics and Photonics
- Chemistry or Chemical Biology
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline
- Prior research experience, publications, or lab work in relevant fields is preferred
📝 Job Description
Successful candidates will:
- Engage in interdisciplinary research developing next-generation molecular and optical barcoding platforms
- Conduct experiments involving nanomaterials, bioassays, and optical instrumentation
- Collaborate with a dynamic team of researchers across disciplines
- Present findings at scientific conferences and contribute to peer-reviewed publications
- Receive mentorship, career development, and opportunities for collaborative projects
📬 How to Apply
Interested candidates should directly contact Dr. Yue Wu via email with the following documents:
- A detailed CV
- Contact information for 2–3 professional references
📧 Email: yue.wu1@ucr.edu
🗓 Last Date to Apply
Positions remain open until filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged for priority consideration.
This is a great opportunity to be part of an innovative research group making an impact in chemical and biomedical technology!
