Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Center for Advanced Materials and Manufacturing - UTK
About The Position
The position of Postdoctoral Research Associate is open in the Center for Advanced Materials and Manufacturing, a NSF funded Materials Research Science and Engineering Center. Research will be performed under the supervision of Prof. Konstantinos Vogiatzis in the Department of Chemistry and Prof. Adrian Del Maestro in the Department of Physics at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The researcher will have a primary appointment in the Department of Chemistry and will work on synergistic projects related to AI-assisted simulations of quantum materials. All candidates must have successfully defended and submitted their dissertation before their employment date. The search starts immediately and continues until the position is filled. The researcher will be responsible to develop, test, and deploy hybrid AI-assisted theoretical/computational modeling of quantum materials and collaborate with researchers from Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Electrical Engineering. Research will involve feedback loops between theory and experiment, evaluating quantum materials design & growth and spectroscopy techniques such as neutron scattering and photoemission.
Requirements
- Must have successfully defended and submitted dissertation by hire date
- Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, material science, computer science, or closely related field
- An excellent track record of productive and creative research demonstrated by publications in peer reviewed journals
- Strong verbal and writing skills
- Willingness to work independently and collaboratively with group members
- Willingness to work with experimental collaborators
Nice To Haves
- Research experience in artificial intelligence for quantum systems/materials
Responsibilities
- Work on assigned research projects
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
- Present and report research results
- Publish scientific results in peer reviewed journals in a timely manner
- Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements
- Maintain strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics
Benefits
- UT Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
