We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our multidisciplinary team at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Lassonde School of Engineering, York University, Toronto, ON, Canada.Our research focuses on advancing technologies at the intersection of polymer science, microfluidics, and materials engineering. This position offers an opportunity to design, synthesize, and apply imprinted polymer microparticles for pathogen detection and isolation, as well as the capture and extraction of valuable minerals.Key ResponsibilitiesOptimize droplet-based microfluidic or other systems for precise imprinted polymer particle generation and functionalization.Conduct research on imprinted polymers for pathogen detection and separation.Validate polymer systems for capturing and extracting critical minerals from complex matrices.· Characterize polymers using analytical and characterization methods such as, but not limited to, FTIR, NMR, SEM, and particle size analysis

PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.Expertise in polymer synthesis, particularly imprinted polymers or similar affinity materials.

Hands-on experience in droplet-based microfluidic design, fabrication, and testing or other particles fabrication methods.