About the Opportunity Job Summary Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Research Associate designs and conducts research developing alternative fuels and advancing energy-innovation technologies. Applying catalysis and reaction-engineering approaches, the role targets low-carbon fuel pathways—such as hydrogen, ammonia, synthetic and electro-fuels, sustainable aviation fuel, and fuels
derived from biomass, waste plastics, or carbon dioxide (CO₂)—spanning catalyst and process development, reactor design and scale-up, and performance and techno-economic assessment. The position contributes to scholarly publications, sponsored-research deliverables, and the training of graduate and undergraduate researchers. Minimum Qualifications Required PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or
a closely related field Knowledge of catalysis, reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and reactor/reaction engineering relevant to fuel synthesis and energy conversion Ability to design and operate catalytic and/or electrocatalytic reactors Ability to synthesize and characterize materials Ability to model and analyze process performance Proficiency in Python or an equivalent programming language Ability to work
independently and across disciplines Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities Develop catalytic and/or electrocatalytic routes and materials for alternative-fuel production (e.g., hydrogen, ammonia, electro-fuels, and CO₂- or biomass-derived fuels), including synthesis, testing, and kinetic measurement Design, build, and operate bench- and laboratory-scale reactors and energy-conversion testbeds, evaluating activity,
selectivity, stability, and energy efficiency under realistic operating conditions Develop reaction and reactor models and conduct process analysis, including techno-economic and life-cycle assessment, to guide designs toward scalable, low-carbon fuel pathways Characterize materials and analyze performance data to establish structure–performance and process–performance relationships Disseminate results through
peer-reviewed publications and presentations, contribute to proposals and reports, and help mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers and steward shared instrumentation Required Documents Resume Position Type Research Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package
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