Position Title:Postdoctoral Research Associate – Organic Chemistry & Catalysis


Appointment Type:Post Doc/Trainee


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Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:



The postdoctoral research associate will work in the laboratory of Prof. Yan Zhao in the Department of Chemistry at Iowa State University. The successful candidate will design and synthesize functional polymeric nanoparticles that function as artificial enzymes. Responsibilities include conducting experimental research in organic chemistry and catalysis, analyzing data, preparing manuscripts, and contributing to ongoing projects within the group. This is a one‑year appointment with the possibility of renewal upon mutual agreement. Candidates may review recent related publications from the group for context, https://www.chem.iastate.edu/yan-zhaos-publications

+ J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2022, 144, 17110–17119

+ J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2024, 146, 4346

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