Prospective Postdocs

If you are interested in pursuing a postdoc at UChicago PME, you can find available postdoctoral positions on individual lab group pages. If you are interested in an available position, contact the lead faculty member of the lab group.

Open Postdoc Positions at PME

Immunoengineering and Bioengineering

  • Joyce Chen group: research background and interest in stem cell biology, engineering, cancer biology, cell biology, genetics, and pharmacology. Click here for details.
  • Cathryn Nagler group: project on examining the mechanisms by which the commensal microbiota regulates immune responses to food. Click here for details.

Materials and Sustainability

  • Chibueze Amanchukwu group: project at the intersection of AI + Science (data science). Click here for details.
  • Chibueze Amanchukwu group: project focused on synthesis and design of novel electrolytes (salts, solvents or polymers) for next generation batteries (sodium metal, lithium metal, dual-ion). Click here for details.
  • Chibueze Amanchukwu group: project focused on the use of electrochemical approaches for fluorinated pollutant degradation (e.g., PFAS) and conversion of small molecules to fuels and chemicals. Click here for details.
  • Chibueze Amanchukwu group: project focused on the development of quantum sensing methodology for the study of electrochemical systems. Click here for details.
  • Junhong Chen group: position in Field-effect Transistor-based Chemical and Biological Sensing. Click here for details.
  • Junhong Chen group: position in AI and Data Science for Ecomanufacturing of Printable Electronics. Click here for details.
  • Supratik Guha group: positions in Autonomous atomic layer deposition (ALD) based oxide dielectrics materials and device research for microelectronics and quantum technology. Click here for details.
  • Alex High group: position to explore integrated quantum acoustic and quantum photonic technologies in diamond. Click here for details.

Quantum Science and Engineering

  • Chibueze Amanchukwu group: project focused on the development of quantum sensing methodology for the study of electrochemical systems. Click here for details.
  • Giulia Galli group: positions in materials for quantum technologies, sustainable energy sources and microelectronics, and on the development of quantum simulations methods. Click here for details.
  • Supratik Guha group: positions in Autonomous atomic layer deposition (ALD) based oxide dielectrics materials and device research for microelectronics and quantum technology. Click here for details.
  • Alex High group: position to explore integrated quantum acoustic and quantum photonic technologies in diamond. Click here for details.
  • Tian Zhong group: project focused on solid-state quantum technologies and/or hybrid quantum devices interfacing qubits of different physical degrees of freedom (e.g. optical, microwave, phonon, magnon). Click here for details.
  • Tian Zhong group: project focused on quantum network development with photonics and solid-state devices. Click here for details.

Arts, Sciences, and Technology

  • Nancy Kawalek group: position at intersection of science, technology, artistic production, and conveying science through a unique storytelling process. Click here for details.

Postdoc Fellowships and Programs at UChicago

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.

Choosing a Postdoc Position 

Postdoctoral training is a transitional period in your career, and you need to find the best fit. Ask questions now and evaluate the answers carefully to save time and energy later. When you interview for a position, you are also interviewing the faculty mentor, other colleagues, and the university. Know what you need to be successful and start from there.

Here are some questions to help you reflect on what you want and what you need when considering a postdoctoral opportunity:

What do you need to succeed?

  • What type of environment is best for you?
  • Do you prefer large or small groups?
  • What kind of management style are you looking for in a faculty mentor?
  • What are your short- and long-term career plans?
  • Will working with a specific group or mentor help you achieve these goals?
  • Do you have a partner who needs to find a position?
  • Do you have geographical constraints?

What type of faculty mentor do you want?

  • Where have former postdocs gone after training?
  • What is their reputation concerning postdocs?
  • Will you have the opportunity to develop independence?
  • Will you learn the skills and techniques you need to succeed in your field or any other career of your choice?
  • How well respected are they?
  • What do current & former mentees say about their experience?
  • Will you need to apply for funding?

Resources to Educate Yourself on How to Select a Postdoctoral Appointment