Post- Doctoral Associate

CHEManager International; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate to advance multifunctional polymers for life sciences and engineering. The role emphasizes synthesis, characterization, and collaboration within a large, NIH-funded project team.

Applicants will work with NMR, SEC, AF4, DLS, MALS and ITC in a multidisciplinary setting, contributing to innovative biomaterials research and high-tech materials development.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in polymer sciences, chemical engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience in the synthesis, purification, and characterization of synthetic polymers.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required, as is the ability to follow security procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and characterize advanced multifunctional polymers for life sciences and high-tech engineering applications.
• Synthesize, purify, and characterize polymer systems using NMR, SEC, AF4, DLS, MALS and ITC.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary laboratory team on NIH-funded projects.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Polymer purification

Polymer characterization

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in polymer sciences or chemical engineering

Tools

NMR

SEC

AF4

DLS

MALS

ITC

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
IBBR is a joint research enterprise of the University of Maryland, College Park, the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. IBBR leverages state-of-art integrative methods for bioanalytical, biophysical and structural characterization of biomolecules: cryo-electron microscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, x-ray crystallography, small angle neutron and x-ray scattering and mass spectrometry. IBBR researchers seek to advance therapeutic development, biomanufacturing, and state-of-the-art measurement technologies, to support accelerated delivery of safe and effective medicines to the public. IBBR is a major initiative and supported in part by the University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State (MPower), an initiative designed to achieve innovation and impact through collaboration.

The Post-Doctoral Associate will work on developing advanced multifunctional polymers for cutting edge life sciences and high-tech engineering applications. This involves synthesis and characterization of hybrid organic-inorganic macromolecules for use in self-assembling nano-scale systems and stimuli responsive materials. The resultant polymer structures and biomaterials are typically characterized by advanced suite of analytical techniques, such as NMR, SEC, AF4, DLS, MALS, ITC and, in some cases, may be directly visualized by cryogenic electron microscopy. The successful applicant will conduct research in a collaborative environment of large industry and NIH funded projects in a multidisciplinary laboratory team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in polymer sciences, chemical engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience in the synthesis, purification, and characterization of synthetic polymers,
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required, as is the ability to follow security procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Physical Demands

Able to perform conventional research tasks in the synthetic laboratory.

Financial Disclosure Required

No

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Department

CMNS-IBBR

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$60,000- $65,000

Benefits Summary

For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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