Postdoctoral Research Associate I

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The MSE department is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate I. Minimal requirements include strong background in metallurgy or mechanics of materials with demonstrated hands-on skills in microstructure characterization and/or nondestructive evaluation of metallic materials. Experience with finite element methods or signal processing are considered a plus. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field required upon hire.
• Strong background in metallurgy and/or mechanics of materials
• At least three years of hands-on experience in microstructure characterization, metallography (sample preparation), non-destructive evaluation and/or mechanical testing of metals and alloys
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• First-author publications in major peer reviewed journals as a demonstration of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with finite element methods or signal processing are considered a plus.
• Hands-on experience with finite element methods
• Experience in signal processing
• Working knowledge of acoustics

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research
• Design experiments, develop models, and analyze results
• Maintain accurate records of methods, data, and results
• Present findings at internal group/project meetings
• Prepare high-quality manuscripts for major peer-reviewed journals
• Contribute to conference presentations
• Assist with progress reports
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research projects
• Provide training on experiments, simulations, and data analysis
• Support the development of lab protocols, workflows and best practices
• Contribute to writing grant proposals
• Identify new funding opportunities

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
• access to U of A recreation and cultural activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree