Postdoc Research Associate in Chemistry

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The postdoctoral researcher will perform independent research on the design and synthesis of macrocycles and the development of skeletal editing reactions under the supervision of Assistant Professor Junqi Li in the Department of Chemistry at Iowa State University. A primary goal of this research project is to support the postdoctoral researcher's growth as an independent researcher and will ideally produce at least one peer-reviewed publication. The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to train and mentor junior graduate and undergraduate students in the Li lab. The postdoctoral researcher will also be expected to lead the research group in maintaining a safe and conducive work environment for all researchers in the laboratory.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Chemistry
Proficiency in air-free techniques and Schlenk line operations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in asymmetric synthesis
Experience in structural analysis using 2D NMR
Experience in transition metal-catalyzed reactions
Strong scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, grant contributions, or technical reports, with the ability to clearly communicate complex research findings
Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

Responsibilities

Perform independent research on the design and synthesis of macrocycles and the development of skeletal editing reactions.
Support the postdoctoral researcher's growth as an independent researcher.
Produce at least one peer-reviewed publication.
Train and mentor junior graduate and undergraduate students in the Li lab.
Lead the research group in maintaining a safe and conducive work environment for all researchers in the laboratory.