Synthetic Organic Chemistry Postdoc

** What You Will Do*
* The High Explosives Science and Technology group (Q-5) at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a motivated organic chemist to synthesize novel N-containing aliphatic and aromatic heterocycles for applications in energetic materials, including explosives and propellants. This will involve separation, purification, and isolation of target compounds and characterization using a variety of physical and analytical techniques. This work will require the selected applicant to work independently to design, execute, document, and analyze organic chemical reactions and isolate compounds of interest.

The postdoctoral term is two years, with the possibility of a third-year extension and a start date between August 2026 and January 2027.

The selected applicant should be experienced with performing and interpreting infrared, 1H NMR, and 13C{1H} NMR spectroscopies. HPLC and mass spectrometry experience may also be beneficial. Additionally, the selected applicant will be expected to work effectively in a team environment, as collaboration with other experimental and computational scientists is expected. This work may lead to the potential for both publications in chemical journals as well as applications in projects with national security missions.

Interested applicants should submit a single PDF file that includes:

1. Cover letter clearly addressing all Minimum

Job Requirements and all Desired Qualifications listed below (maximum 2 pages)

2.
Current CV including publications

3.
Optional:
Summary of your relevant research projects. Figures, tables, and/or schemes are encouraged (maximum 3 pages)

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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* Applicants should clearly address each of the following requirements in their cover letter:

+ Q clearance:
The selected applicant will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, which requires U.S. citizenship

+  Experience in organic chemical synthesis

+  Experience in a variety of separation, purification, and isolation techniques

+  Experience in characterizing organic compounds by various techniques including infrared, 1H NMR, and 13C{1H} NMR spectroscopies

+  A willingness to learn and practice the safe handling of energetic materials in a rigorous safety environment

+  Effective oral and written communication skills

** Education/Experience** :
Applicant must have a Ph.D. in organic chemistry or related field. The selected applicant must have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of the appointment and be within five years of completion of the Ph.D.

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* Applicants should clearly address each of the following qualifications in their cover letter:

+ Experience in novel organic synthesis

+  Experience in developing new synthetic pathways

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Experience with the safe handling of reactive materials

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* Work Location:

** The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

** Note to Applicants:*
* Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Interested applicants should submit a single PDF file that includes:

1. Cover letter clearly addressing all Minimum

Job Requirements and all Desired Qualifications listed above (maximum 2 pages)

2.  Current CV including publications

3.  Optional:
Summary of your relevant research projects. Figures, tables, and/or schemes are encouraged (maximum 3 pages)

Q Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.

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