Post Doctoral Scholar

Inside Higher Ed; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A major research university in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar to conduct independent experiments in optical spectroscopy within the Carpenter Nanoparticle Spectroscopy Group. This role involves mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, developing new lab infrastructure, and generating data for scientific publications. Candidates must hold a PhD and possess strong communication skills, as well as experience in spectroscopy and programming. This position offers a full-time schedule and is a fixed-term opportunity.

Qualifications

• PhD required in relevant field, preferably with spectroscopy and imaging experience.
• Experience with scientific publications in molecular systems.
• Strong communication and mentorship abilities in research settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent experiments in optical spectroscopy.
• Develop lab infrastructure and mentor students.
• Collaborate on research projects for publication.

Skills

Operation and alignment of laser instrumentation

Programming in MATLAB

Programming in Python

Programming in LabVIEW

Strong written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills for collaborative science

Problem-solving skills

Ability to learn new research techniques

Ability to generate new research ideas

Education

PhD in chemistry, physics, biomedical engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Post Doctoral Scholar position in the Carpenter Nanoparticle Spectroscopy Group, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The Ohio State University. The postdoctoral researcher will perform independent experiments in single-molecule and single-particle optical spectroscopy, centered around the heterogeneity and chemical dynamics of biological nanocompartments and nanomedicine particles.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent experiments in single-molecule and single-particle optical spectroscopy, centered around the heterogeneity and chemical dynamics of biological nanocompartments and nanomedicine particles.
• Work independently on research projects decided on jointly by the postdoctoral fellow and the PI, and generate data and insights for scientific publication and presentation at professional meetings.
• Establish single-particle microscopy and spectroscopy infrastructure, including sample preparation protocols and construction of optical microscopes designed for single-particle and single-molecule measurements.
• Assist with the general development of the lab, including assisting with funding proposals and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in sample preparation protocols, optical techniques, data analysis, and scientific communication.

Qualifications

• Required: PhD in chemistry, physics, biomedical engineering, or other related discipline. Experience in spectroscopy and imaging in molecular systems, as demonstrated by scientific publications in the field.
• Required skills include operation and alignment of laser instrumentation, and programming experience in MATLAB/Python/LabVIEW for data analysis and software experimental control.
• Strong written and oral communications skills, interpersonal skills for collaborative science and mentorship, problem-solving skills, ability to learn new research techniques, and ability to generate new research ideas.

Details

• Location: Newman and Wolfram Laboratory of Chemistry (0147)
• Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
• Scheduled Hours: 40
• Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.