Research Associate in Chemistry
About The Position
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia (UVA) invites applications for Postdoctoral Research in Organic Chemistry under the direction of Prof. Eva Maria Alvarez Pari (https://chemistry.as.virginia.edu/people/profile/pari). The successful candidate (s) will be expected to be creative, capable of working independently, be a team player and help mentor undergraduates and graduate students in the laboratory. We offer a supportive and motivating environment with state-of-the-art facilities, the possibility to actively participate in the design of your own project, advanced career support and opportunities for international collaboration.
Requirements
- A PhD in chemistry (organic, inorganic or organometallic) is a mandatory requirement by the appointment start date.
- Strong theoretical background
- Experience working in organic synthesis, main group chemistry and knowledge of computational chemistry (DFT).
- A record of high-quality research as demonstrated by scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in synthetic photochemistry
- Expertise in spectroscopic tools (e.g. NMR, IR, UV-Vis)
- Experience in the synthesis of sensitive organometallic compounds using Schlenk techniques.
Responsibilities
- Help mentor undergraduates and graduate students in the laboratory
- Actively participate in the design of your own project
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
