Research Associate in Chemistry
About The Position
The Venkatesh research group in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia (UVA) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to develop dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP)-enhanced NMR methodologies. The successful candidate will develop and implement new DNP-enhanced NMR methods and apply them to materials characterization; publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific conferences; mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers; and contribute to collaborative research efforts within and beyond UVA. The postdoctoral researcher will help define and pursue new research directions in DNP, with opportunities to develop independent ideas, initiate collaborations, and contribute to the growth of an emerging DNP research program.
Requirements
- PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field by the start date
- Strong background in NMR spectroscopy
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent scientific research
Nice To Haves
- Experience with DNP-enhanced NMR
- Experience with hyperpolarization methods
- Experience with advanced solid-state NMR or EPR spectroscopy
- Record of peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a collaborative research environment
- Interest in mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement new DNP-enhanced NMR methods and apply them to materials characterization
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific conferences
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers
- Contribute to collaborative research efforts within and beyond UVA
- Help define and pursue new research directions in DNP
- Develop independent ideas
- Initiate collaborations
- Contribute to the growth of an emerging DNP research program
Benefits
- Access to a comprehensive suite of magnetic resonance instrumentation and characterization facilities
- Access to solution-state NMR, pulsed electron paramagnetic resonance, X-ray and microscopy facilities and high-performance computing resources at UVA
- Collaborative and supportive research environment
- Opportunities to lead interdisciplinary collaborations
- Opportunities to mentor trainees
- Opportunities to collaborate with internationally recognized research groups and industries
- Benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
