Post Doctoral Scholar, Chemistry

We present an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled researcher to join our team as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Inorganic/Organometallic Chemistry at the University of Central Florida (UCF). This unique position offers advanced research in molecular inorganic and organometallic chemistry with a downstream interest in reactivity, catalysis, and mechanistic investigations.

The successful candidate, housed in the labs of Professors John Gordon and Titel Jurca, will play a pivotal role in advancing cutting‑edge molecular inorganic chemistry. Responsibilities include the synthesis and characterization of novel coordination complexes using conventional air‑free synthesis, sono‑ and mechanochemical methodologies, and studying their reactivity for potential catalytic applications. Additional duties encompass standard laboratory responsibilities, supervision of graduate and undergraduate students, and professional development activities.

• Research: Conduct advanced research in the synthesis, characterization, and reactivity of novel molecular inorganic complexes.
• Collaboration: Actively collaborate across both the Gordon and Jurca groups and the REACT cluster at UCF.

• Ph.D. in organometallic, inorganic, or catalysis chemistry.
• Strong background in standard analytical techniques, including NMR, FTIR, mass spectrometry, and (desired) single‑crystal X‑ray diffraction.
• Experience with air‑free synthetic techniques (Schlenk line, glovebox).

• Excellent writing, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Track record of high‑quality publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Experience with X‑ray crystallography.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, starting from $60,000.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Renewable based on mutual agreement and fund availability.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities at UCF.

To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research accomplishments, and arrange for two reference letters to be sent directly to titel.jurca. Application review begins on January 5, 2026 and the position will remain open until January 31, 2026. Expected start date is between May 1, 2026 and July 1, 2026.

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including Disabled/Vets, and is a smoke‑free campus and an E‑Verify employer.