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This page lists postdoctoral fellowships available in the area of organometallic chemistry. To post a free listing on this page simply send us an email. This service is only for those with a position to offer, not those who are seeking a position for themselves.
Postings stay active for approximately three months from the date of receipt unless the poster specifies otherwise. I will consider postings in related areas as long as there is a reasonable tie to Organometallic and/or Inorganic chemistries.
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In the field of chemistry, postdoctoral fellowships ("postdocs") are temporary (1 to 2 years, typically) positions available to persons who have recently obtained their Ph.D. (doctoral) degree. These are paid positions at academic, government or industrial organizations, but the pay is typically one-third to one-half of that for a Ph.D. chemist with a "real" job. Most postdocs are purely research positions - there are no classes or grades.
"Teaching postdocs" are similar but afford the opportunity to teach one or two college or university courses as part of one's duties. Teaching postdocs are exceptionally valuable for those aspiring to academic careers at non-Ph.D.-granting institutions, however these types of postdocs are rather rare.
Postdocs are generally associated with a specific researcher rather than a university. They are designed to be mutually beneficial to the sponsor and the postdoctoral fellow. For example:
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Who should take a postdoc position? Most chemists who aspire to an academic research career at a Ph.D. granting institution will take a postdoctoral position for the reasons outlined above. In addition, the competition for academic positions can be quite fierce - up to 100 applicants for a single faculty opening. Many of those in the applicant pool will already have postdoctoral experience under their belt and unless one's graduate research record is truly exceptional, one's chances of competing against these individuals is slim without comparable experience.
Those who wish to go directly into an industrial or government research position do not generally need a postdoc. However, if an employer is looking for a particular set of skills, a postdoctoral stint can give one extra training and experience. Some corporations and national laboratories offer postdoctoral positions, and these can be a terrific foot in the door if the organization has a full-time job open up during or shortly after the postdoc.
One common question for prospective fellows is whether they should seek a postdoc position with a leader in one's field. Such experience can definitely make the fellow much more attractive during a job search. However, do not be shy about selecting a postdoc with a young researcher - having a recommendation letter that says "this person's work is why I made tenure" can be more impressive than a mediocre recommendation from a big name researcher.
Some believe a postdoc should be in the same field as one's doctoral work while others see it as an opportunity to explore new areas or prepare for an interdisciplinary research career. Either extreme or somewhere in between may be true and/or successful depending on one's particular situation. When applying for a postdoc, do not send a generic application letter. Show that you have a thorough understanding of the sponsor's research program and make a clear case how your presence in his or her research group will be mutually beneficial.
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These books cover academic job searches, research careers, scientific writing, and graduate study. Edition details and links were reviewed October 15, 2026. Older titles remain useful for perspective but do not describe today’s job market.
The Academic Job Search Handbook, 5th ed.
Julia Miller Vick, Jennifer S. Furlong, and Rosanne Lurie / Paperback / 2016 / 392 pages.
A practical guide to faculty applications, interviews, offers, and dual-career considerations. Publisher details.
The Professor Is In: The Essential Guide to Turning Your PhD into a Job
Karen Kelsky / Paperback / Crown / Originally published 2015; the publisher describes an update for 2026.
Advice on academic applications, interviews, negotiation, and considering work beyond academia. Publisher and format details.
A PhD Is Not Enough!: A Guide to Survival in Science, revised ed.
Peter J. Feibelman / Paperback / 2011 / 176 pages.
A concise guide to selecting advisers, developing a research program, and building a scientific career. Publisher details.
The Scientist’s Guide to Writing, 2nd ed.
Stephen B. Heard / Paperback / Princeton University Press / 2022 / 368 pages.
Practical help with writing habits, manuscripts, coauthorship, peer review, and revision. Author’s introduction to the second edition.
How to Get a PhD: A Handbook for Students and Their Supervisors, 7th ed.
Estelle M. Phillips and Colin Johnson / Paperback / 2022 / 296 pages.
For readers still finishing their doctorate, and postdocs beginning to supervise research students. Publisher details.
Getting What You Came For: The Smart Student’s Guide to Earning a Master’s or a PhD
Robert L. Peters / Paperback / Revised edition, 1997 / 416 pages.
A graduate-school guide retained as a classic rather than current hiring advice. Publisher details.
Lifting a Ton of Feathers: A Woman’s Guide for Surviving in the Academic World
Paula J. Caplan / Paperback / 1993 / 273 pages.
A historical perspective on gender and academic culture. Library catalog details.
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