Job Summary
The Mani Laboratory in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Connecticut (UConn) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join their research team. Supported by funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), this role focuses on the rational design, synthesis, and characterization of novel photoactive systems to advance the field of molecular quantum information science.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Chemistry at the University of Connecticut, USA
Position Overview
| Property | Details |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Fellow / Postdoctoral Research Associate |
| Department | Department of Chemistry |
| Institution | University of Connecticut (UConn) |
| Location | Storrs, Connecticut, USA |
| Salary / Compensation | $63,480 per year + benefits (aligned with the postdoctoral salary scale) |
| Appointment Duration | 2 years (Full-time, 12-month contract with annual renewal) |
| Start Date | August 2026 onwards (negotiable) |
Research Area
Research Area: Rational design, organic synthesis, and photophysical characterization of novel photoactive systems for molecular quantum information science.
- Molecular Quantum Information Science
- Physical Organic Chemistry & Synthetic Chemistry
- Photochemistry & Electrochemistry (specifically focusing on fluorophores and electron donor–acceptor systems)
Eligibility & Qualifications
Required:
- Strong background in synthetic chemistry.
- Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field by the start date.
Preferred & Highly Desirable:
- Prior experience in the rational design of photoactive molecules (e.g., fluorophores, electron donor–acceptor systems).
- Hands-on experience in photophysical and electrochemical characterization (e.g., emission spectroscopy, transient absorption spectroscopy, and electrochemical measurements).
- Additional experience in computational chemistry and/or thin-film fabrication is considered a strong asset.
- A strong interest or curiosity in molecular quantum information science.
Job Description
The successful candidate will lead research focused on organic synthesis and the physical characterization of functional molecular systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and synthesize novel light-emitting and charge-transfer molecules.
- Evaluate the photophysical and electrochemical properties of synthesized systems using steady-state and time-resolved spectroscopy.
- Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects bridging chemistry and quantum information science.
- Analyze experimental data, draft scientific manuscripts for publication, and assist in mentoring graduate or undergraduate students in the lab.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should email Dr. Tomoyasu Mani directly at tomoyasu.mani@uconn.edu with the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter / Brief Statement of Interest (detailing your research background and why you are interested in joining the Mani Laboratory)
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
Note: Selected candidates will be contacted for an online interview.
Last Date to Apply
- Open until filled (Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early application is highly encouraged).
