Postdoc, Artificial Photosynthesis & Solar Fuel Catalysis

Brookhaven National Laboratory; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to focus on basic energy research in artificial photosynthesis. Candidates will work on synthesizing catalysts and chromophores to advance solar-to-fuels conversion techniques.

The role requires a PhD in Chemistry or related field, along with strong synthetic skills and good communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $82,000 to $85,000 annually, with an initial term of 2 years subject to renewal.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field, such as Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience with synthetic chemistry techniques.
• Good communication skills with a publication history.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanistic studies using various techniques.
• Synthesize catalysts and chromophores as part of a team.
• Publish results and present research findings.

Skills

Synthetic skills in organic, inorganic and/or organometallic chemistry

Skills in homogeneous and/or heterogeneous catalytic reactions

Good writing and communication skills

Education

PhD degree in Chemistry, Materials Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Time-resolved spectroscopies

Single-crystal X-ray crystallography

Electrochemical techniques

Job description

Brookhaven National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to focus on basic energy research in artificial photosynthesis. Candidates will work on synthesizing catalysts and chromophores to advance solar-to-fuels conversion techniques.

The role requires a PhD in Chemistry or related field, along with strong synthetic skills and good communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $82,000 to $85,000 annually, with an initial term of 2 years subject to renewal.