The University of Texas at Austin · 21 hours ago
Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Water and the Environment
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe University of Texas at Austin is a top-10 engineering school and a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education. They are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to strengthen the synthetic chemistry section of their laboratory, focusing on the design and synthesis of small organic molecules and biomimetic artificial ion transporters.
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Responsibilities
Conduct multi-step organic synthesis and polymer synthesis
Expertise and interest in retrosynthesis and development of new synthesis schemes
Characterization of artificial and biological ion channels
Plan, execute, and analyze experiments independently
Fabricate different type of lipid and/or polymeric membranes
Conduct experiments to evaluate membrane ion–ion separation performance
Maintain accurate experimental records and prepare data for publications and presentations
Work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented research environment
Assist in the preparation of research proposals and grant applications
Be the point person for putting reports together for funding agencies
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, as appropriate
Qualification
Required
PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field, completed by the start date of the appointment and be within 3 years of receipt of doctoral degree
Demonstrated expertise in organic synthesis, including multi-step synthesis and compound characterization
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Experience with ion and/or water transport assays across lipid and/or polymeric membranes
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment
Preferred
Experience with transport measurements, including electrophysiological measurements, stopped-flow–based measurements, and other common spectroscopic assays
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
Founded in 1922
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Republic Capital Group
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Will Whiting
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