Postdoctoral Scholar - Center for Rare Earths Critical Minerals and Industrial Byproducts

Job ID: 61561

Location: Tallahassee

Application Deadline: January 8, 2026

Responsibilities

Individuals will work on a series of projects related to the development of separation processes for critical minerals. Individuals will also be expected to participate in the training of undergraduate and graduate students. The position offers a wide range of professional development opportunities though the NHMFL and Florida State University (FSU), including participation in exciting state and federal government funded frontier science and engineering, mentoring experiences, and the potential for initiating new independent research.

Qualifications

PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Physics, or any other relevant discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in experimental separation processes, ligand chemistry, molecular dynamics simulations and/or computational fluid dynamics, magnet systems, experimental micro/macro fluidics, and colloidal science.
• A track record of quality publications with excellent writing skills is
• Experience with instrument design and/or automation experience.
• Interdisciplinary knowledge and skills bridging engineering to soft matter science.
• Team player with outstanding leadership, communication, and presentation skills.

Helpful

Start Date: Evaluation of applications will begin immediately, with a start date as early as January 2026. Position will be for an initial period of one year, with possible extension to a second and third year.

Applicants that are interested in chemical separations (e.g. solvent extraction, ion exchange), physical separations (e.g. magnetophoresis), unit operations, multiscale modeling, are encouraged to apply.

Contact Info

Please send information to jali@eng.famu.fsu.edu. This should consist of a single PDF file with C.V., 1-page description of research interests, and 2-3 most relevant papers.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.