"Postdoctoral Associate"

Posted: 06-Nov-25

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

Type: Full-time

Categories: Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory, Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 25296

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Chemistry, to join the laboratory of Prof. Robert J. Gilliard, Jr. at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); work on projects related to small-molecule activation; conduct synthetic methods that involve stoichiometric, catalytic, photocatalytic, or electrochemical bond activation strategies and advanced chemical synthesis and various characterization methods, including but not limited to use of an inert atmosphere glovebox and Schlenk line, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy, ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry, and X-ray crystallography; ensure appropriate research record-keeping and data management; maintain laboratory instrumentation; and serve as a mentor and resource for junior lab members.

REQUIRED: A Ph.D. in Chemistry by the start date; strong publication record in synthetic chemistry and photophysics; and excellent leadership and communication skills, both oral and written. PREFERRED: Experience with DFT or quantum-chemical calculations.

This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed based on funding and performance.

Applications must contain: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae (CV), and 3) a one-page research plan that reflects the candidates research interest relevant to job ad. These items must be submitted as a single PDF file. Due to volume, no documents will be accepted via email.