Postdoctoral Researcher

Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Center For Energy And Environmental Sustainability Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Important Immigration information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate _____________________________________________________________________________ The Postdoctoral Researcher will support research in the Bioenergy research thrust as well as new Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) research in the Center for Energy & Environmental Sustainability CEES), a NSF-funded and Texas A&M University System-recognized center at Prairie View A&M University. The candidate is expected to have the necessary background and be responsible for all the tasks related to catalytic conversion of cellulosic biomass to Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) research. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

Synthesis and characterization of catalysts and testing catalysts for the conversion of cellulosic biomass to hydrocarbon biocrude oils and biofuels. Develop proposals for funding, write journal articles and supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students with research projects. Identify appropriate standard techniques for research and maintain detailed records of data for all the work done in the Center. Install, operate, maintain, and repair, as needed, the computers, software, and research equipment. Participate in the Center's educational and outreach activities, including workshops and seminars Assist with all the necessary reports and cataloging of records and other related tasks. Conduct a comprehensive literature review on the topics related to aviation fuels from biomass and other feedstocks and other research areas as needed. Perform other duties as needed to assist the center director and the research team.

Required Education and Experience:

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field. No prior experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of laboratory chemical synthesis and use of chemical analysis instruments. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experiences in use IR, UV-Vis, GC-MS, HPLC and NMR instruments. Experiences in use of OriginLab Graphing & Analysis software.

Job Posting Close Date:

Until Filled Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

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All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.