Postdoc, Water & Membrane Chemistry Innovation

The University of Texas at Austin; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability保险

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to strengthen the synthetic chemistry section of the laboratory. The candidate will design and synthesize small organic molecules, including biomimetic artificial ion transporters, and contribute to membrane science projects.

The role requires a PhD in chemistry or related field, strong publication record, and experience with organic synthesis and transport assays.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field by start date.
• Proven expertise in organic synthesis and multi-step synthesis.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience with ion and/or water transport assays across lipid and/or polymeric membranes.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct multi-step organic synthesis and polymer synthesis.
• Develop retrosynthesis and new synthesis schemes.
• Characterize artificial and biological ion channels.
• Plan, execute, and analyze experiments independently.
• Fabricate lipid and/or polymeric membranes.
• Evaluate membrane ion–ion separation performance.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and data for publications.
• Collaborate effectively in a team research environment.
• Assist in proposal and grant preparation.
• Prepare reports for funding agencies.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Skills

Organic synthesis

Ion transport assays

Membrane characterization

Collaborative research

Education

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (or related)

Tools

Polymer/membrane fabrication

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to strengthen the synthetic chemistry section of the laboratory. The candidate will design and synthesize small organic molecules, including biomimetic artificial ion transporters, and contribute to membrane science projects.

The role requires a PhD in chemistry or related field, strong publication record, and experience with organic synthesis and transport assays.