Research Associate in Materials Science and Engineering
About The Position
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Virginia is accepting applications for a postdoctoral research associate position that focuses on transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and defect characterization in materials. The research conducted in Prof. Zhou's laboratory focuses on advanced in-situ/ex-situ electron microscopy and spectroscopy, materials for quantum information science, and phases and phase transitions in ferroic materials.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or a closely related field, with a dissertation emphasizing electron microscopy
- Extensive experience with TEM and complementary techniques, including aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), high-resolution TEM (HRTEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS), and advanced image processing.
- Strong expertise in TEM specimen preparation (e.g., focus ion beam (FIB) milling and conventional methods)
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and spoken English for effective communication with collaborators and sponsors
- Excellent analytical and record-keeping skills, with strong attention to detail
Nice To Haves
- Experience in charge, electric-field, or magnetic field mapping (using electron microscopy and related techniques) and in advanced image analysis is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute novel in situ and ex situ electron microscopy studies of oxide materials
- Publish results in high-impact journals
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
Benefits
- A competitive salary and benefits package is offered at University of Virginia.
- For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits .
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
