Chemical Engineering or related field

A postdoctoral research associate or more senior research associate position is available in the group of Professor Christos Maravelias at Princeton University, specifically within the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment and the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. The research focuses on the synthesis, analysis, and optimization of renewable energy systems, with the goal of developing methods for systems that produce renewable fuels and chemicals. The successful candidate will collaborate with other researchers at Princeton and partner institutions to study and advance novel renewable energy technologies. Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field and possess experience in optimization, including theory, modeling, and relevant tools. The appointment is for one year at the postdoctoral rank, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding; more senior ranks may be eligible for multi-year appointments. The position is full-time and requires in-person work on the Princeton campus. The expected salary range is $65,000 - $70,000 for postdoctoral research associates and $68,000 - $78,000 for more senior research associates, with a comprehensive benefits package provided. Applicants should prepare a cover letter, CV (including a publication list), research statement, and contact information for three references. All applications must be submitted online via the Princeton academic positions portal. The position is subject to the University's background check policy. Princeton University is a world-renowned research institution committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching, with a vibrant academic community and generous financial aid programs.