Postdoctoral Research Scholar

North Carolina State University

$58,656 - $60,000

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Dec 30, 2024

Position Information

Posting Number	PG191386PD
Position Number	00111194
Position Type	Post Doc
FLSA	Exempt

Departmental Information

Department ID	140801 - Materials Science &Engineering
Department	140801 - Materials Science &Engineering
Job City & State	Raleigh, NC

Position Overview

Essential Job Duties

Dr. Ruijuan Xu's group in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at North Carolina State University is seeking a hands-on experimentalist to synthesize and process complex oxide thin films and membranes and understand the complex interplay of degrees of freedom in such materials.

The postdoctoral Research Scholar's essential job duties will include:

Oxide thin-film and heterostructure synthesis and characterization, device fabrication and measurement
Analysis of scientific data
Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations at conferences, symposia, or review meetings
Prepare oral and written progress reports
Assist writing research proposals

Other Work/Responsibilities

Maintain synthesis and characterization equipment and assist with the mentorship and training of graduate and undergraduate students

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	40 hours minimum per week from Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5 PM, may include weekend and evening hours as well as travel
Department Required Skills	NA
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	* Ph.D. in physics, materials sciences, chemistry, or related fields. * Experience in the study of complex oxide thin films and membranes, preferably in thin-film synthesis (e.g., PLD) and thin-film characterization. * Demonstrated effective written and verbal communications skills. * Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse group. * Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment. * Willingness to learn and bridge knowledge/experience gaps.
Required License or Certification	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$58,656 - $60,000
If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	12/05/2024

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/211512

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