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Post Doctoral Fellow
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Department:
CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
Commensurate with qualifications – $52,250
About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Advertised Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team focused on developing inorganic complexes for the activation and conversion of small molecules and chemical feedstocks. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and synthesis of novel organometallic compounds and will lead efforts to evaluate their structure and reactivity. Key responsibilities include: organic/organometallic synthesis, X‑ray crystallographic and NMR spectroscopic studies, and scientific publishing. Experience in working with air‑ and moisture‑sensitive materials is essential. Familiarity with molecular spectroscopic techniques (IR, UV‑Vis, NMR, etc.) is desirable. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to inorganic chemistry research relevant to energy and the environment.
Required Education and Experience
Ph.D. in inorganic chemistry with expertise in organometallic synthesis.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Expertise in the synthesis of organic and organometallic compounds.
Experience and knowledge of X‑ray crystallography and related structural characterization techniques such as NMR and IR spectroscopy.
Experience in synthetic techniques for the handling of air‑ and moisture‑sensitive materials using dual manifolds and gloveboxes.
Written and oral scientific communication skills.
Job Close Date 12/28/2025
Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by December 28, 2025.
How to Apply Please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197343
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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– Inside Higher Ed
Department:
CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
Commensurate with qualifications – $52,250
About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Advertised Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team focused on developing inorganic complexes for the activation and conversion of small molecules and chemical feedstocks. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and synthesis of novel organometallic compounds and will lead efforts to evaluate their structure and reactivity. Key responsibilities include: organic/organometallic synthesis, X‑ray crystallographic and NMR spectroscopic studies, and scientific publishing. Experience in working with air‑ and moisture‑sensitive materials is essential. Familiarity with molecular spectroscopic techniques (IR, UV‑Vis, NMR, etc.) is desirable. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to inorganic chemistry research relevant to energy and the environment.
Required Education and Experience
Ph.D. in inorganic chemistry with expertise in organometallic synthesis.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Expertise in the synthesis of organic and organometallic compounds.
Experience and knowledge of X‑ray crystallography and related structural characterization techniques such as NMR and IR spectroscopy.
Experience in synthetic techniques for the handling of air‑ and moisture‑sensitive materials using dual manifolds and gloveboxes.
Written and oral scientific communication skills.
Job Close Date 12/28/2025
Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by December 28, 2025.
How to Apply Please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197343
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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