Postdoc: Metal-Catalyzed CO2 Capture & Upcycling

Natural Sciences - Institut for Kemi; Denmark; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Research infrastructure

Interdisciplinary environment

Support for international researchers

Job summary

A postdoctoral position in transition metal catalysis and carbon capture is available in the Skrydstrup group at Aarhus University. This 1-year, 37-hour-per-week role begins February 1, 2027, contributing to catalyst development and materials for CO2 capture and utilisation.

Applicants should have a PhD in synthetic chemistry, strong organometallic expertise, and a track record in publications. The position involves both independent work and teamwork within an international group.

Qualifications

• PhD in synthetic chemistry or similar is required.
• Strong background in organic synthesis and transition metal catalysis.
• Familiar with organometallic chemistry and synthesis of organometallic complexes.
• Experience with carbon capture and utilisation technologies.
• Good communication skills and publication-writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop catalytic methods based on transition metal catalysis for CO2 capture materials.
• Improve performance for upscaling production of CO2 capture materials.
• Contribute to independent and collaborative projects on carbon capture and conversion.
• Collaborate with CORC researchers working on CO2 capture and utilisation.

Skills

Synthetic chemistry background

Organic synthesis

Transition metal catalysis

Organometallic chemistry

Carbon capture & utilisation

Scientific writing

International collaborations

Independent work

Team player

Education

PhD in synthetic chemistry or related field

Tools

Organometallic synthesis techniques

Job description

A postdoctoral position in transition metal catalysis and carbon capture is available in the Skrydstrup group at Aarhus University. This 1-year, 37-hour-per-week role begins February 1, 2027, contributing to catalyst development and materials for CO2 capture and utilisation.

Applicants should have a PhD in synthetic chemistry, strong organometallic expertise, and a track record in publications. The position involves both independent work and teamwork within an international group.