Postdoctoral Research Associate - AI Catalysis

Northeastern University

Posted: 22 July 2026 - Boston, United States of America

About this opening

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Research Associate designs and conducts experimental heterogeneous-catalysis research within autonomous laboratory workflows. The role integrates catalyst synthesis, high-throughput reactor testing, and machine-learning methods to accelerate the discovery of catalytic materials for energy and sustainability applications. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, along with knowledge of heterogeneous catalysis and proficiency in Python programming.

Position details

  • Reference: R141000
  • Role area: postdoctoral research associate
  • Employment type: full time
  • Research field: Engineering
  • Research topic: Catalysis