Open Positions
Prospective Doctoral Students
If you have a keen interest in adsorption and separation, materials science and chemical engineering, automation and high-throughput, synthetic chemistry, or catalysis, we encourage you to explore opportunities within the Feng Group.
Please contact Dr. Feng at liang.feng@duke.edu and include the following:
1. Your CV
2. A brief statement of interest (less than one page) that covers:
o Your motivations and objectives for joining our group
o The specific research direction(s) or project(s) you are interested in
o Any relevant experience or coursework related to our research
Please use "Prospective Doctoral Student" as the email subject line.
Prospective Undergraduate and Master's Students
The Feng Group invites enthusiastic undergraduate and master's students eager to apply
their textbook knowledge to address real-world challenges. If you are interested in joining
our team, please reach out to Dr. Liang Feng at liang.feng@duke.edu.
To apply, kindly email Dr. Feng with the following:
1. Your CV
2. A concise statement of interest (less than one page) that includes:
o Your motivations and goals for joining our group
o The specific research direction(s) or project(s) you are interested in
o Any relevant experience or completed coursework related to our research
Please use "Prospective Undergraduate Student" or "Prospective Master's Student" as the subject line of your email. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate passion and commitment to research.
Prospective Postdoctoral Fellows
If you are interested in joining the Feng Group as a postdoctoral fellow, please submit the following to liang.feng@duke.edu:
1. Your detailed CV
2. A one-page cover letter that includes:
o A summary of your research skills, experience, and accomplishments
o Your future research interests and career plans
3. Contact information for at least two referees
Please use "Prospective Postdoctoral Fellow" as the email subject line. Applicants whose profiles closely align with our group's mission will be contacted for an interview as soon as possible. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive experience in synthetic chemistry, adsorption & separation, materials & chemical engineering, automation & high-throughput, or catalysis. The start date for postdoctoral fellows is flexible.
Other Opportunities
Our group is open to exploring additional opportunities, such as hosting visiting researchers at any level or collaborating with interested applicants. Please contact Dr. Feng to discuss these possibilities on a case-by-case basis. We welcome inquiries for collaborations from academic institutions, industry partners, and other related initiatives.