Postdoctoral Researcher

The Research Team is seeking a Post-Doctoral Researcher in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Loyola University Chicago, specializing in Surface Science and Catalyst Characterization methods. Our Research focuses on studying chemical reactions on well-defined surfaces under ultrahigh vacuum conditions using scanning tunneling microscopy and advanced spectroscopic techniques. The successful Candidate will contribute to a project funded by the Petroleum Research Fund, aimed at developing novel catalytic surfaces for the gas-phase hydroformylation reaction. This Project offers opportunities for collaboration with other Universities and national laboratories, providing excellent networking and career development prospects.

Required Qualifications:

Application Process:

Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Mausumi Mahapatra via email at mmahapatra1@luc.edu. Applicants are required to submit their CV, Cover Letter, Academic Transcripts, List of Publications, and three (3) Letters of Recommendation.

PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related Disciplines.

A PhD degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related Disciplines.

Basic computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint, are required for this position. While our group is currently focused on experimental work, one of our long-term goals is to develop expertise in Computational Chemistry. Therefore, Applicants with experience using programs for running DFT calculations, and who can help advance progress in this area, are highly preferred (though not required). Additionally, experience with various image processing software for STM data analysis and creating DFT models is also preferred.

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