Postdoc Research Associate in Chemistry

Requirements

• Experience in asymmetric synthesis
• Experience in structural analysis using 2D NMR
• Experience in transition metal-catalyzed reactions
• Strong scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, grant contributions, or technical reports, with the ability to clearly communicate complex research findings
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
• Department/Program & College Description:
• Department Unit/Website:
• Department of Chemistry
• 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:
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter
• Why Choose Iowa State University?
• Iowa State Employees 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)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
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• 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.
• Proposed Start Date:
• August 3, 2026
• Number of Months Employed Per Year:
• 12 Month Work Period
• Time Type:
• Full time
• Pay Grade:
• Post Docs
• Original Posting Date:
• May 18, 2026
• Posting Close Date:
• June 18, 2026
• Job Requisition Number:
• R19231
• General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Benefits

Additional Information

Position Title: Postdoc Research Associate in Chemistry Appointment Type: Post Doc/Trainee Job Description: Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The postdoctoral researcher will perform independent research on the design and synthesis of macrocycles and the development of skeletal editing reactions under the supervision of Assistant Professor Junqi Li in the Department of Chemistry at Iowa State University. A primary goal of this research project is to support the postdoctoral researcher's growth as an independent researcher and will ideally produce at least one peer-reviewed publication. The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to train and mentor junior graduate and undergraduate students in the Li lab. The postdoctoral researcher will also be expected to lead the research group in maintaining a safe and conducive work environment for all researchers in the laboratory. Required Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Chemistry Proficiency in air-free techniques and Schlenk line operations.

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