Postdoctoral Researcher – Chiral Organometallic Materials Chemistry

Job overview

The Postdoctoral Researcher – Chiral Organometallic Materials Chemistry role is onsite in Golden, CO, with a stated annual salary range of $76,600–$126,400. The position is in the Materials, Chemical and Computational Science Directorate at the National Laboratory of the Rockies, which conducts energy systems research and development. The researcher investigates spin and charge manipulation in two-dimensional chiral hybrid semiconductors through synthesis and characterization. The work contributes to research on materials for spintronic and energy applications and requires collaboration, safe laboratory practices, and communication of findings.

What you'll do

• Synthesize chiral hybrid semiconductors using solution growth techniques and characterize compounds using methods including single-crystal X-ray diffraction, microscopy, optical spectroscopy, NMR, TGA, and DSC. Communicate results to internal stakeholders and through publications and conference presentations
• follow safety procedures, handle waste properly, and maintain an organized work area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

postdoctoral researcher

materials chemistry

organometallic chemistry

chiral semiconductors

solution growth

materials characterization

spintronics

energy research

golden co

national laboratory of the rockies

salary $76,600–$126,400 per year

recent phd within three years

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term disability, pension benefits, 403(b) savings plan with employer match, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Why this role

Applicants must be recent PhD graduates within the last three years; air-free chemistry experience such as Schlenk line techniques is preferred.

About the employer

National Laboratory of the Rockies is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.