Materials Science Cryo and Computational Electron Microscopy Postdoctoral Scholar
About The Position
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is hiring a Materials Science Cryo and Computational Electron Microscopy Postdoctoral Scholar within the Molecular Foundry division. This position will be based at the National Center for Electron Microscopy (NCEM) facility within the Molecular Foundry, conducting electron microscopy studies of beam-sensitive, soft matter, and quantum materials using cryo-EM techniques. The project focuses on investigating nanomaterials through TEM, STEM, 4D-STEM, ptychography, EDS, and EELS at low temperatures. A significant component of the work involves applying data science to automate experiments and analyze correlative, multidimensional datasets, including live at the microscope. Experiments will be carried out on instruments across NCEM, with particular emphasis on the tools in the new cryoEPIC facility. Supervised by Stephanie Ribet, the postdoc will develop and execute experiments both independently and in collaboration with staff, students, and Molecular Foundry users.
Requirements
- PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Good understanding of the operation of transmission electron microscopes, including at cryogenic conditions and with beam-sensitive materials.
- Experience with data analysis in python.
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Excellent communication skills and experience working in a team environment with multidisciplinary groups.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to provide training and guidance to other staff members including undergraduate, Master, and PhD level students.
- Capable of working in a diverse environment with scientists from all over the world.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform low dose, cryo electron microscopy experiments on materials science samples using a brand-new JEOL cryo-STEM, cryo-TEM, and cryo-FIB.
- Utilize structural and analytical electron microscopy techniques such as TEM, STEM, 4D-STEM, ptychography, EDS, and EELS.
- Develop open-source code for automation of experiments and analysis of multidimensional datasets.
- Prepare samples using typical cryo and room temperature TEM sample preparation techniques.
- Publish original research work, perspectives and review articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Present work at group meetings and scientific conferences.
- Work in a safe and healthy manner consistent with Environment, Health & Safety guidelines at LBNL.
- Contribute positively to the active research culture of the Molecular Foundry.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
