Research Associate in Materials Science and Engineering
UVA Health
•Onsite
About The Position
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Virginia is seeking a postdoctoral research associate with a focus on transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and magnetic materials. The research will be conducted in Prof. Zhou’s laboratory, concentrating on advanced in-situ/ex-situ electron microscopy and spectroscopy, materials for quantum information science, and phases and phase transitions in ferroic materials. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, applied physics, or a closely related field, with a dissertation emphasizing electron microscopy and magnetism by the start date
- Extensive experience with TEM and complementary techniques, including aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), Lorentz TEM, high-resolution TEM (HRTEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS).
- 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)
- Experience in advanced image analysis
Responsibilities
- Design and execute novel in situ and ex situ electron microscopy studies of magnetic materials
- Publish results in high-impact journals
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
