Postdoctoral Researcher

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Perform research on polymer upcycling to liquid, gas, and solid products.

• 50% Conducting experiments and analyzing results on waste polymer upcycling to liquid, gas and solid products.
• 30% Synthesis and characterization of catalysts to use in polymer upcycling experiments.
• 20% Supervision of undergraduate student workers who will assist in the experimentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field.

4+ years of experience as a Graduate Assistant in a research laboratory in obtaining the PhD degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.

Original transcripts may be required prior to hire.

August 10, 2026

December 8, 2026

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts
• and more!

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