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Professor Shiyu Zhang’s Laboratory at The Ohio State University in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry within the College of Arts and Sciences seek a Post Doctoral Scholar to conduct research in organic electrode materials and electrochemical energy storage, starting as early as January 1st, 2026. An ideal candidate would bring their expertise in electrochemistry, materials chemistry, or synthetic organic chemistry to address problems at the interface of molecular design and energy storage. The Zhang lab is broadly interested in biomimetic catalysis, homogeneous catalysis, and sustainable materials for energy conversion and storage. This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated researcher seeking interdisciplinary training in organic synthesis, materials chemistry, and electrochemistry.
The Post Doctoral Scholar will research synthetic materials about chemistry, specifically: the design, synthesis, and electrochemical characterization of organic electrode materials for energy storage applications. The scholar will perform molecular synthesis under inert atmosphere conditions, and characterize materials using techniques such as NMR, IR, UV-Vis, EPR, cyclic voltammetry (CV), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and X-ray diffraction. The scholar will engage in critical thinking to propose new molecular design strategies and contribute to writing manuscripts, research proposals, and presenting results at conferences. Additional responsibility includes design and assembly of electrochemical devices and systems to meet specific project needs; assists in data collection and analysis; manages laboratory inventory; and participates in group meetings and research-related departmental and university events.
Minimum Education Required
Doctorate (Academic) in synthetic bio-inorganic chemistry or related chemistry field with a Major in chemistry. Experience in synthesis and characterization of organic, inorganic, and organometallic compounds. Analytical techniques such as NMR, X-ray crystallography, and mass spectrometry Thermodynamics and kinetics related to electrochemistry, molecular recognition, and catalysis.
Desired
Experience in inorganic complex synthesis under inert atmosphere conditions and characterizations of inorganic complexes with spectroscopic techniques such as NMR, IR, EPR, XAS, ESI-MS together with growing single crystals for X-ray single-crystal diffraction. Experience in mechanistic study through characterization of reactive intermediate at low temperature (-40 to -80? C) with different solution techniques such as UV-Vis and solution in-situ IR is desired. Experience in organic synthesis to design and characterize ligand molecules is desired. Demonstrated technical writing skills and effective communication is strongly desired.
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The College of the Arts and Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.
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