Position Information
| Posting Number |
PG191759PD |
| Position Number |
00112279 |
| Position Type |
Post Doc |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
Departmental Information
| Department ID |
140201 - Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering |
| Department |
140201 - Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering |
| Job City & State |
Raleigh, NC |
Position Overview
| Essential Job Duties |
The Abolhasani Research Group in the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at North Carolina State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scholar in microreaction engineering and automated flow chemistry as part of the
NSF-funded
SPEED Programmable Cloud Laboratory.
The successful candidate will develop automated continuous-flow and microfluidic experimental platforms for accelerated chemical and materials discovery. Research will combine microreaction engineering, multiphase transport, automated reaction screening, in-line/online analytical characterization, and closed-loop optimization.
Applications may include homogeneous catalysis, photocatalysis, nanoparticle and semiconductor materials synthesis, and other solution-phase chemical and materials systems relevant to
SPEED.
Highly motivated candidates with experience in flow chemistry, microfluidics, reaction engineering, transport phenomena, catalysis, or automated chemical experimentation are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Design and develop automated continuous-flow and microfluidic reactor platforms.
- Develop flow systems for homogeneous, gas-liquid, liquid-liquid, photochemical, and/or materials synthesis applications.
- Integrate pumps, valves, mass-flow controllers, temperature/pressure control, and other process equipment.
- Integrate flow reactors with in-line and online analytical characterization tools such as HPLC, GC, MS, UV-Vis, fluorescence, Raman, or IR spectroscopy.
- Develop automated reaction-screening and optimization workflows.
- Investigate mixing, mass transfer, heat transfer, residence-time distributions, kinetics, and other fundamental transport and reaction phenomena.
- Interface flow platforms with SPEED automation, data-management, and AI/ML infrastructure.
- Conduct high-throughput and closed-loop experimental campaigns.
- Analyze experimental results and develop mechanistic and data-driven understanding of chemical systems.
- Collaborate with chemists, materials scientists, automation engineers, and AI/ML researchers.
- Prepare scientific manuscripts, presentations, technical documentation, and project reports.
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| Other Work/Responsibilities |
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| Wolfpack Perks and Benefits |
As a Pack member,
you belong here, and can enjoy
exclusive perks
designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our
Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave
- Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
- Enhance your career with LEAD courses
Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
Attain Work-life balance with our
Childcare benefits,
Wellness & Recreation Membership, and
Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. |
Requirements and Preferences
| Work Schedule |
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm |
| Department Required Skills |
- Demonstrated experimental research experience in reaction engineering, transport phenomena, flow chemistry, microfluidics, chemical synthesis, or closely related areas.
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Experience with continuous-flow chemistry, microfluidics, multiphase flow, homogeneous catalysis, photocatalysis, nanomaterials synthesis, high-pressure/high-temperature experimentation, or automated reaction systems is preferred.
- Experience with analytical characterization such as HPLC, GC, MS, NMR, UV-Vis, fluorescence, Raman, or IR spectroscopy and programming experience in Python or LabVIEW are desirable.
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| Required License or Certification |
N/A |
| Valid NC Driver's License required? |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required? |
No |
Recruitment Details
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
$61,000-$64,000 |
| If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many |
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Applicant Information
| Quick Link |
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/234318 |
| EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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North Carolina State University
$61,000-$64,000
Aug 28, 2026