Summary
The Department of Chemical Engineering at Virginia Tech is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Postdoctoral Associate. This role focuses on heterogeneous catalysis and operando materials characterization, contributing to a funded research program on molybdenum-based zeolite catalysts for methane dehydroaromatization.
Postdoctoral Associate in Chemical Engineering, Virginia Tech
Designation
Postdoctoral Associate
Job Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Heterogeneous Catalysis, Operando Materials Characterization |
| Location | Blacksburg, Virginia |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or closely related field. Ph.D. must be awarded no more than four years prior to the appointment date. |
| Salary | Starting at $62,232; commensurate with experience |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Review Date | June 24, 2026 |
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Process, analyze, and interpret X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS) data of metal-modified zeolite catalysts under relevant reaction and regeneration environments.
- Collaborate closely on the understanding of structure-performance relationships in catalysts.
- Conduct independent research and contribute to peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
Required Qualifications
- Strong expertise in reactor engineering, spectroscopic techniques, and data analysis.
- Experience in X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XANES/EXAFS), including data processing and spectral fitting.
- Proficiency with XAS analysis software such as Athena, Artemis, Larch, or equivalent.
- Strong record of independent research demonstrated through publications and presentations.
- Evidence of scientific communication activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with complex experimental datasets analysis and modeling.
- Familiarity with spectroscopy, scattering, or other materials characterization techniques.
- Scripting experience with tools like Python, MATLAB, or equivalent.
- Involvement in data-driven research projects in heterogeneous catalysis or related fields.
- Adaptability to interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a CV and relevant documents, via the Virginia Tech job portal.
Last Date to Apply
Applications will be accepted until June 24, 2026.
For more details and to apply, please visit the Virginia Tech careers page.
