Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ames National Laboratory
- Iowa State University
- Location: Ames, Iowa
- Category:
Admin-Laboratory and Research
- Posting Date: 02/24/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Position Information:
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ames National Laboratory
Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!
Ames National Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success. We offer an exceptional benefits package including:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance, Wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program;
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit or defined contribution plans;
- Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans;
- Onsite childcare;
- Life insurance and long-term disability;
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
The Division of Chemistry and Biological Sciences at the Ames Laboratory is searching for a qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate to perform research in surface organometallic chemistry and catalysis.
The postdoctoral scientist will develop new catalytic polymer deconstruction reactions for plastic upcycling into value-added products, leveraging concepts from our recent work on processive catalysts and C–C bond functionalization as part of a DOE-funded Energy Frontier Research Center. The project involves the synthesis of early metal organometallic compounds, their reaction with solid oxide supports, and study catalytic conversions of polyolefins. This organometallic chemistry research will involve both soluble and solid-supported species, and the work will involve techniques of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis. The project also involves close collaboration with research groups in the Ames Laboratory that specialize in materials chemistry and solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
Effective formal and informal communication of results and analysis, as in any research project, will involve scientific writing and presentations within an informed group of collaborators and to the broader scientific community.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. must be completed prior to start date.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field
Experience synthesizing air-sensitive organometallic compounds using Schlenk and/or glovebox techniques, and characterizing them in solution and in the solid-state
Experience studying catalytic mechanisms
Experience with surface organometallic chemistry is valued
Department Unit/Website:
www.ameslab.gov
Proposed Start Date:
April 3, 2023
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
April 2, 2024
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans;
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans;
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Wellbeing Program.
Original Posting Date:
February 22, 2023
Posting Close Date:
March 8, 2023
Job Requisition Number:
R11141