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Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry, is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. The Business Office strives to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs, and adheres to the professional standards and integrity in processing university Business. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/

What We Want

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for conducting research in Organic Chemistry and Catalysis. More specifically, the research project will focus on the development on novel cross-coupling reactions harnessing photochemistry and Sulfur(VI) Fluoride Exchange (SuFEx) click chemistry. If the description sounds exciting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Schedule: May require working evening and/or weekend hours.

Required Education and Experience: 

• Appropriate PhD.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Contributes to team effort by working effectively with individuals from various backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications: 

• PhD in Chemistry or related field

• Experience in transition-metal catalysis, photochemistry, or electrochemistry

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Research: Conducts research in Organic Chemistry and Catalysis. Participates in analyzing and disseminating data results as part of participation in group meetings. Prepares manuscripts, periodic reports, and scientific papers/presentations.

• Presentations and Meetings: Makes presentations of results at group meetings and other appropriate venues. Provides advice and assistance to other laboratory team members. Acts as a mentor to students.

• Research Enhancement and Development: Attends scientific meetings and seminars for research enhancement. Stays up to date on scientific research via the reading of literature, etc. Participates in writing grant proposals. Maintains laboratory instrumentation and follows applicable safety standards, as well as performing other duties as assigned.

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