What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Scientist--Chemistry position at The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law?
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Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Postdoctoral Research Scientist--Chemistry Posting Number NFE03116P Department USD-Chemistry Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The Wang laboratory in the Department of Chemistry at the University of South Dakota is currently seeking a postdoctoral researcher interested in working in the fields of nanoporous materials and their applications in heating, cooling, chemical separation, carbon capture, and other related areas. The research involves design, synthesis and characterization of nanoporous materials such as metal-organic frameworks and metal-organic supercontainers and gas/vapor adsorption analysis of these materials. This is a grant funded position supported by an NSF ERC grant and an ACS PRF grant.
The minimum qualification: Ph.D. in Chemistry or related fields. The ideal candidate for this position should be highly motivated, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, leadership skills, and independent thinking and problem solving skills.
Candidates with strong training records in the fields of porous materials, synthetic organic/inorganic chemistry, gas adsorption, chemical separation, and/or X-ray crystallography will be given prioritized consideration.
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled; the position may start as early as Aug 22, 2026
Posting Date 06/25/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 07/09/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Temporary Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological political or sectarian opinions or perspectives, or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
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Cognitive Requirements
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Sensory Requirements
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Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Postdoctoral Research Scientist--Chemistry Posting Number NFE03116P Department USD-Chemistry Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The Wang laboratory in the Department of Chemistry at the University of South Dakota is currently seeking a postdoctoral researcher interested in working in the fields of nanoporous materials and their applications in heating, cooling, chemical separation, carbon capture, and other related areas. The research involves design, synthesis and characterization of nanoporous materials such as metal-organic frameworks and metal-organic supercontainers and gas/vapor adsorption analysis of these materials. This is a grant funded position supported by an NSF ERC grant and an ACS PRF grant.
The minimum qualification: Ph.D. in Chemistry or related fields. The ideal candidate for this position should be highly motivated, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, leadership skills, and independent thinking and problem solving skills.
Candidates with strong training records in the fields of porous materials, synthetic organic/inorganic chemistry, gas adsorption, chemical separation, and/or X-ray crystallography will be given prioritized consideration.
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled; the position may start as early as Aug 22, 2026
Posting Date 06/25/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 07/09/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Temporary Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological political or sectarian opinions or perspectives, or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing, Surgical Mask If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting moderate, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking Describe any of the conditions selected
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Atmospheric Contaminants (includes odors & fumes), Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Electrical Current, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Radiation Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Lab Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Reference List
- Other