Postdoctoral Fellow - Cheng Lab

Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University in Oxford, Ohio invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Cheng Lab. The successful candidate will contribute to developing electrosynthetic methods for organic synthesis and gain experience in grantsmanship and mentoring junior scientists. This temporary, 12-month position offers possibilities for renewal based on progress and funds.

The role requires a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related discipline, with opportunities to publish and lead day-to-day lab

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related discipline by the appointment date.
• Publications demonstrating experience in organic synthesis.
• Experience with inert atmosphere synthesis, electrochemistry, and high-throughput experimentation.
• Desire to mentor graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Develop new electrosynthetic methods for organic synthesis.
• Lead day-to-day activities within an organic chemistry lab.
• Produce high-quality manuscripts and assist with grant writing.
• Mentor junior scientists.

Skills

Publications in synthetic chemistry

Mentoring junior scientists

Education

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry

Job description

Job Title Postdoctoral Fellow - Cheng Lab Department Chemistry Department Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Salary Benefit Eligible Yes

Job Description Summary

The Cheng Lab at Miami University is seeking a synthetic organic postdoctoral researcher to join our organic electrosynthesis team. The successful candidate will contribute both intellectually and practically in the development of new electrosynthetic methods. Opportunities will also be available to gain experience in grantsmanship and mentoring junior scientists. The appointment will be full time for 12-months with the possibility of renewal given satisfactory progress and availability of funds.

Job Description Duties

• Develop new electrosynthetic methods for organic synthesis.
• Actively contribute to leading day-to-day activities within an organic chemistry lab.
• Produce high-quality manuscripts and assist with grant writing.
• Mentor junior scientists.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required: Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related discipline at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Publications demonstrating experience with organic synthesis.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Publications demonstrating experience in synthetic methodology research.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in synthetic chemistry under inert atmosphere.
• Experience in electrochemistry.
• Experience in high-throughput experimentation.
• Desire to mentor graduate students.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents Applicants should provide their cover letter and CV.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries may be directed to: Dr. Yukun Cheng ([e-mail])

Additional Information

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