Post-Doctoral Associate in Synthetic Organic Chemistry

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

A Post-doctoral Associate in Synthetic Organic Chemistry position is available for a highly motivated researcher to work on a project on the development of new catalytic reactions and methods led by Dr. Daniel Seidel in the Department of Chemistry. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, and optimization of new catalytic transformations and their application in modern synthetic organic chemistry. Responsibilities include planning and carrying out multistep syntheses, developing and optimizing catalytic reactions, conducting mechanistic studies, and characterizing reaction intermediates using a comprehensive range of spectroscopic and analytical techniques, as well as the routine setup and handling of highly air- and moisture-sensitive reactions. The successful candidate is expected to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team, to maintain detailed and accurate records, to disseminate results through peer-reviewed publications and presentations, and to assist in mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers. This position will be initially awarded for one year, and, contingent upon strong performance and conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for up to three years.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field and a strong research background in synthetic organic chemistry.
• PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field, completed by the appointment start date.

Nice To Haves

• A strong foundation in modern synthetic organic chemistry, including multistep synthesis, late-stage functionalization, and the scale-up of synthetic routes.
• Demonstrated expertise in reaction optimization, mechanistic analysis, and the characterization of reaction intermediates using a comprehensive range of spectroscopic and analytical methods.
• Hands-on experience in the setup and handling of highly air- and moisture-sensitive organic reactions.
• Experience in the development of catalytic and/or asymmetric transformations.
• A record of peer-reviewed publications and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning and carrying out multistep syntheses
• Developing and optimizing catalytic reactions
• Conducting mechanistic studies
• Characterizing reaction intermediates using a comprehensive range of spectroscopic and analytical techniques
• Routine setup and handling of highly air- and moisture-sensitive reactions
• Working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Maintaining detailed and accurate records
• Disseminating results through peer-reviewed publications and presentations
• Assisting in mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers

Benefits

• Full benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree