Summary: The Chemical and Biological Engineering Department at The University of Alabama is seeking qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral Fellow position, focusing on catalysis and in situ spectroscopy research.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Location:
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Research Area:
- Catalysis
- In situ Spectroscopy
- Chemical Engineering
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Required: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field. Candidates must have completed their PhD or have it completed by the start of employment.
- Preferred: Experience in:
- Fabrication of gas-phase packed bed reactors
- NMR spectroscopy (e.g., 1H, 11B, 15N NMR of liquid solutions)
- X-ray diffraction
- ICP-OES
- In situ diffuse reflectance infrared spectroscopy (DRIFTS)
- Temperature programmed desorption
- Probe molecule chemisorption (e.g., CO or H2 pulsed chemisorption)
- Transmission electron microscopy
- Catalyst synthesis
Job Description:
The Postdoctoral Fellow will provide an internship and continuation of scholarly activity and research under the guidance of a senior faculty mentor. The primary responsibilities include conducting research related to catalysis, characterizing catalysts, and developing new methodologies in the field.
Appointment Details:
- Initial appointment for one year, with potential renewal based on research productivity and funding.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- At least three references in the reference section of the application.
- Additional documents may be uploaded via the “other documents” tab as necessary.
Last Date to Apply:
January 31, 2026, at 10:55 PM CST
Note: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution.
