Post Doctoral Fellow - Natural Organic Chemistry

Smoore Labs is the US subsidiary of Smoore International, a world leader in advanced atomization technology innovation and vaping products manufacturing. The company’s product applications include electronic cigarette, hemp, herbal and pharmaceutical inhalation drug delivery. Smoore Labs is committed to bringing the best product user experience and safety profile to our customers through fundamental research in atomization technology innovation and stringent compliance to all regulation requirements.

Job Status: Full Time

Direct Supervisor: Project Manager

Position Summary:

A unique postdoctoral position is available for a highly motivated chemist or materials scientist to lead a pioneering project at the intersection of Natural Products Chemistry and Functional Materials. This research aims to explore and design novel cellulose-based composite materials for the controlled release of bioactive and functional natural compounds. The project is funded and supported by state-of-the-art analytical facilities.

Responsibilities:

The Postdoctoral Fellow's research will focus on the following core areas:

• Natural Products Chemistry: Isolate, purify, and structurally characterize bioactive natural organic compounds from plant sources using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (e.g., GC-MS, LC-MS, NMR, TGA, DSC, SEM).
• Cellulose Material Science: Engineer and functionalize natural/synthetic cellulose matrices to develop novel material formats (e.g., porous microspheres, composite films) for enhanced performance.
• Composite Material Fabrication & Testing: Design and fabricate composite systems by integrating natural compounds into cellulose matrices. Evaluate their functional performance, with a focus on controlled release behavior and stability.
• Data Analysis & Dissemination: Analyze complex data to establish structure-property relationships. Communicate findings through high-quality publications and presentations.

Qualifications:

· A Ph.D. (received within the last 2 years or expected soon) in Natural Products Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.

· Strong hands-on experience in the isolation and structural elucidation of natural organic compounds.

· Demonstrated laboratory research experience working with cellulose or other polysaccharides.

· High level of independence, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person