Postdoc: Separation Science & Rotating Bed Tech

Case; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to conduct research in separation science and technology, focusing on rotating packed bed contactors for resource recovery and water treatment. Collaboration with university, national lab, and industry partners will advance TRL, measure solvent properties, and support commercialization.

The position offers a starting salary range of $55,000–$63,480 with benefits and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience with electroanalytical techniques and data analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interest in applied research with commercialization potential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced research environment and meet technical milestones.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be ready to start (in person) by September 15, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Install new instruments for electrochemical and physical property measurements.
• Perform experiments and contribute to technical milestones.
• Lead characterization efforts at CWRU and report progress weekly.
• Attend annual review meetings and collaborate with university, national laboratory and industry partners.
• Report to the PI Christine Duval.

Skills

Experience with electroanalytical

Excellent communication skills

Data analysis

Applied research focus

Milestone driven

Education

Doctorate in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Case Western Reserve University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to conduct research in separation science and technology, focusing on rotating packed bed contactors for resource recovery and water treatment. Collaboration with university, national lab, and industry partners will advance TRL, measure solvent properties, and support commercialization.

The position offers a starting salary range of $55,000–$63,480 with benefits and equal opportunity employment.