Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Physical Organic Chemistry

1 week ago

Corvallis, Oregon, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: David Lee Phillips Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Summary:
The Department of Chemistry at Colby College invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in Physical Organic Chemistry. This is a temporary one-year position with the possibility of renewal for a second year, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Key Responsibilities:
Synthesize, purify, and characterize organic compounds
Perform mechanistic studies and calculations
Attend group meetings
Mentor undergraduates in the laboratory
Write manuscripts for publications
Present research at conferences
Oversee day-to-day laboratory activities

Requirements:
We welcome applications from candidates with research interests in experimental and theoretical physical organic chemistry. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in organic synthesis, computational chemistry, spectroscopy, photochemistry, and mechanistic studies. Experience with time-resolved laser flash photolysis methods is desirable. In addition to carrying out faculty-mentored research, the successful candidate may have an opportunity to teach up to one undergraduate course per semester (with or without a laboratory component) selected from: Introductory General Chemistry, Introductory Organic Chemistry, Advanced Organic Chemistry, and/or a January term course on a mutually acceptable topic. Candidates must have a Ph.D. by the start date and a strong commitment to undergraduate education.

Working Conditions:
General open office, laboratory, and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Working with photochemical equipment, and pyrophoric reagents such as alkyllithiums, Grignards, etc. may be required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit (1) a cover letter describing their interest in, and qualifications for, this position; (2) an updated curriculum vitae; (3) statements of research interests and teaching philosophy; and (4) copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Candidates should clearly address how they expect to thrive in, and contribute to, the educational culture of a small liberal arts college that values diversity and inclusion. All materials should be uploaded as a single pdf file at: Workday URL. They should also arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation sent by email to the search committee at dlppostdoc@colby.edu. Any inquiries about the position may be also sent to the same email address. Application review will begin on July 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. For more information about the Department of Chemistry please visit: www.colby.edu/chemistry.

About Colby College:
Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual's qualifications to contribute to Colby's educational objectives and institutional needs. Colby College does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or military or veteran's status. Colby is an equal opportunity employer and operates in accordance with federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution's education programs and activities. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby's Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

For More Information:
For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu.

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