Postdoctoral Researcher: Polymer Upcycling Catalysis

Louisiana State University; Goodwell (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the LSUAM Engineering - Chemical - Catalysis Materials Chemistry and Energy group. You will perform research on polymer upcycling to liquid, gas, and solid products.

The role emphasizes experiments, catalyst synthesis/characterization, and supervising undergraduate workers, with tasks split into 50/30/20. A Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field.

Responsibilities

• 50% Conducting experiments and analyzing results on waste polymer upcycling to liquid, gas and solid products.
• 30% Synthesis and characterization of catalysts to use in polymer upcycling experiments.
• 20% Supervision of undergraduate student workers who will assist in the experimentation. Other duties as assigned.

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field

Job description

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the LSUAM Engineering - Chemical - Catalysis Materials Chemistry and Energy group. You will perform research on polymer upcycling to liquid, gas, and solid products.

The role emphasizes experiments, catalyst synthesis/characterization, and supervising undergraduate workers, with tasks split into 50/30/20. A Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field is required.