Synthetic Chemistry Automation & Advanced Manufacturing - Postdoctoral Researcher
Core
Design, execute, and optimize synthetic routes for energetic small molecules and heterocyclic compounds using continuous flow processes and advanced manufacturing approaches.
Role type
Postdoctoral Researcher in Synthetic Chemistry (Energetic Materials)
Builds
Innovative synthetic methodologies for energetic small molecules via flow synthesis and reaction optimization
Domain
Chemistry / Energetic Materials / Advanced Manufacturing
Required skills
Continuous flow chemistry, multistep organic synthesis, compound purification and crystallization, analytical characterization (NMR, HPLC, MS, IR, UV), data analysis for structure-property relationships, independent research direction, project management
Preferred skills
Heterogeneous acid catalysis, automated synthesis workstations, nitration chemistry, energetic compounds (pyrotechnics, explosives, propellants)
Technologies
Flow reactors, automated synthesis platforms, DART-MS, Raman, DSC, TGA, GC-MS, LC-MS
Responsibilities
Design and optimize synthetic routes and experimental procedures; execute multistep organic synthesis; apply analytical techniques for compound characterization; analyze experimental data to establish structure-process-property relationships; document findings in reports and publications; present results at conferences; collaborate on multidisciplinary research; manage research activities and timelines
Seniority
Postdoctoral (early career, Ph.D. within 5 years)