Postdoctoral Research Associate

Northeastern University • Boston, MA

23h

About The Position

The Postdoc will be working on multidisciplinary research projects in the Bendable Electronics and Sustainable Technologies (BEST) Group led by Prof. Ravinder Dahiya. BEST group aims to bring fundamental changes in the way the sensors and electronic devices are developed using materials designed for sustainability, and resource efficient printed electronics on flexible substrates and their innovative use in applications such as robotics, and wearable and interactive systems. Qualifications: The successful candidate having a strong foundation in at least a few of the following areas: high-mobility materials based printed electronics, transient electronics (various sensors, circuits, energy devices etc.), degradable materials, micro/nanofabrication, nanowire synthesis using various methods, technologies for printed electronics, tactile sensing and haptics, electronic skin and its application in robotics and wearable systems. Knowledge of simulation tools (e.g., Multiphysics finite element analysis, Matlab, Labview etc.) cleanroom experience, and characterization of electronic devices are required. Further, knowledge of system level integration and haptics feedback in real and virtual agents will be a plus. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in related engineering and science disciplines. The candidate must have progressively responsible experience that demonstrates the ability to plan, execute, and manage research activities, including mentoring and supervising. The researcher will be team player and interact regularly with an interdisciplinary team. She/he will also have an opportunity to supervise the research activities of graduate students in the group. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage the complex and challenging projects in the group. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills are essential, so as are time-management and organizational skills. Good written and verbal communication skills and organizational talents are expected. Proposal preparations for sponsored research funding and project management experience are pluses. Applicants should send a letter of application addressing the selection criteria and indicating how their background and expertise fit with the specific needs of the group, a curriculum vitae, one print of prior scientific publications, and the names and contact information of 3-5 references through the website.

Requirements

• Strong foundation in at least a few of the following areas: high-mobility materials based printed electronics, transient electronics (various sensors, circuits, energy devices etc.), degradable materials, micro/nanofabrication, nanowire synthesis using various methods, technologies for printed electronics, tactile sensing and haptics, electronic skin and its application in robotics and wearable systems.
• Knowledge of simulation tools (e.g., Multiphysics finite element analysis, Matlab, Labview etc.)
• Cleanroom experience
• Characterization of electronic devices
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
• Time-management and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills and organizational talents
• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in related engineering and science disciplines
• Progressively responsible experience that demonstrates the ability to plan, execute, and manage research activities, including mentoring and supervising.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of system level integration and haptics feedback in real and virtual agents
• Proposal preparations for sponsored research funding and project management experience

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage research activities
• Mentoring and supervising
• Supervise the research activities of graduate students in the group
• Contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals
• Help manage the complex and challenging projects in the group

Benefits

• Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.
• Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees