Postdoc Research Associate

Position Title:Postdoc Research AssociateAppointment Type:Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:The Postdoc Research Associate position collaborates with the PI and other group members to support commercialization of DOE BOTTLE project research. The position will be expected to design and conduct experiments, to interpret and report on experimental results, to develop and deliver public presentations at internal and external venues, and to guide and train others in the conduct of experiments and data interpretation. The position will also be expected to lead and support the development of research proposals, manuscripts for publication, and intellectual property disclosures. The duties of this position also include the maintenance and supervision of the daily operation of the state-of-the-art experimental facilities. Required Minimum Qualifications:Ph.D. in chemical engineering, organic chemistry, or a closely related field. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated expertise with organic chemistry synthesis Experience working with chemicals suitable for polyesterification or polyamidation reactions Prior experience conducting experiments in a polyester chemical recycling laboratory setting Record of contribution to research proposals, publications, and presenting research findings.Department Unit/Website:https://www.polycy.cbe.iastate.edu/https://www.cbe.iastate.edu/Proposed Start Date:January 1, 2025Proposed End Date or Length of Term:December 31, 2025Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:Full timeApplication Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing ProgramOriginal Posting Date: October 10, 2024Posting Close Date:October 17, 2024Job Requisition Number:R15698By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. 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