Postdoctoral Research Associate – Chemistry: The Zheng Lab in the Department of Chemistry at Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate. The candidate will be involved in high-throughput synthesis, characterization, and analysis of porous materials, specifically metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for energy and sustainability applications. This position presents an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge research practices, including robotic automation and machine learning approaches.
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Associate – Chemistry
Research Area
Porous Materials; Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs); Energy and Sustainability Applications
Location
Washington University Danforth Campus, St. Louis, MO
Eligibility/Qualification
- Education: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree in Chemistry or a related field
- Certifications: No specific certification is required
- Experience: No specific prior work experience required
- Skills: Strong proficiency in wet-lab synthesis data collection and interpretation is preferred
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop synthesis procedures for the formation of porous materials and their organic linkers.
- Characterize the structure and physical properties of materials using x-ray diffraction and gas sorption analysis.
- Contribute to the mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students in the lab.
- Publish peer-reviewed journal articles and present research at conferences.
- Engage in high-throughput synthesis, characterization, and analysis of materials utilizing robotic automation and microwave synthesis, among other techniques.
- Collaborate with faculty and researchers from various fields, including Chemistry, Materials Science, Data Science, and Chemical Engineering.
Working Conditions
- Laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
- The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a CV and contact information for three references to Zach Zheng at z.z@wustl.edu. A brief statement of research interests is encouraged but not required.
Last Date to Apply
Application period is open until the position is filled, with a preferred availability starting in August 2025
