Overview
Post-Doctoral Fellow Jobs in Worcester, South Africa at Worcester Polytech
Location: Worcester
JOB TITLE
Post-Doctoral Fellow
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Chemistry & Biochemistry NFR – JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute – WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Postdoctoral researcher with Profs. Burdette and Grimm on the synthesis and derivatization of metal organic frameworks for sorption of gas-phase guest molecules.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for postdoctoral research for a project between the research groups of Professors Shawn Burdette and Ron Grimm. The project involves material synthesis of metal organic frameworks for sorption of gas-phase guest molecules, as well as organic synthesis for effective capping, trapping, and controlled release of trapped guests. A one-year appointment starts in 2023 with the option for reappointment for a second year.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have received a Ph.D. in chemistry prior to the appointment start date. The successful applicant will have a strong background in synthetic chemistry and exposure to materials synthesis and characterization.
Interested parties should send a cover letter, undergrad and grad transcripts, curriculum vitae including the names of three references, a letter of recommendation from a current advisor, and a short statement ofpurpose. The statement ofpurposeshould describe the applicant’s interests and how their background and skills will facilitate project success. All applications and questions should be directed to Prof.
Grimm (grimm).
WPI requires that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and boosted. For additional information, please go to WPI Vaccine Information.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is anEqual Opportunity Employerthat actively seeks to increase thediversityof its workplace.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a vibrant anddiverse communityof extraordinary students, talented and dedicated staff, and world-renowned faculty. Along with its state-of-the-art research facilities, WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, includingpaid time off, health insurance, life and long-termdisability insurance,retirement savingsplans, tuition assistance,flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being.
Diversity
,
Equity,
Inclusion
& Belonging
WPI is committed to creating aninclusive workplaceculture where everyone feels a sense of belonging; a place where every student, faculty member, and staff member is valued and respected so that they may study, live, and work comfortably, reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions to its institutional goals. WPI thrives oninnovativepractice and welcomes all perspectives, insight, and people from varied lived and professional experiences.
Thisdiversityenhances community capabilities and helps propel the institution in a competitive, global marketplace.
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Title: Post-Doctoral Fellow
Company: Worcester Polytech
Location: Worcester, South Africa
Category: Research/Development, Education / Teaching
