Post-Doctoral Associate in the Department of Chemistry

About the Job

This is a job posting for Post-doctoral associates working in the research laboratory of a faculty in the Department of Chemistry on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus.

This is a standing posting to remain open throughout the  academic year.

This posting is not regularly monitored for applications.

Applicants will be contacted by the department if they are being considered for an open position.

Post-Doctoral associates conduct research or service that provides further development of career skills or allows them opportunities to learn mew research techniques. They are trained and work in conjunction with a faculty mentor who determines the training agenda. Post-Doctoral associates may supervise research assistants and laboratory personnel.

They assist in development, interpretations and implementation of policies, guidelines and procedures. General advising and counseling not connected with specific coursework. Conducting institutional and inter-institutional policy and planning reviews. Providing resource support for committees. Collecting and analyzing data. Keeping records. Preparing reports. Abstracting.

75% - Laboratory Research and mentoring of junior researchers.

25% - Literature Research and Writing

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

● Ph.D in Chemistry or a related field

About the Department

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota (UMN) provides a world-class education through classroom teaching and cutting-edge research. As a central, core discipline in science and engineering, chemistry is critical for solving society's most important problems and making significant positive impacts on human health, energy, and the environment. The UMN Department of Chemistry has been a national and international leader throughout its history.

A wide range of companies and academic institutions from across the world hire our graduates and collaborate with us on research. Department of Chemistry alumni have enormous societal impact as academicians, K-12 teachers, scientists and managers in industrial and government laboratories, lawyers, public policy advocates, entrepreneurs, and in a diverse array of other fields.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $62,232 - $70,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

* Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

* Continuous learning opportunities through professional training

* Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

* Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

* University HSA contributions

* Disability and life insurance

* Employee wellbeing program

* Financial counseling services

* Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

How To Apply

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Diversity

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