Femtosecond Laser Surface Processing Research Lead

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and CEFS to lead ultrashort pulse laser surface processing research and functionalized surfaces. The role involves managing high-power laser systems, vacuum chambers, and materials analysis equipment, and mentoring students in a collaborative CEFS environment.

Candidates should have a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in electrical engineering or a closely related field.
• Scholarly achievement and potential to lead externally funded laser surface processing research.
• Expertise in femtosecond laser surface processing and surface chemistry control.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in ultrashort pulse laser–matter interactions.
• Manage operation and maintenance of femtosecond laser systems and materials analysis equipment.
• Organize and prepare reports for sponsors.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate student researchers and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Publish manuscripts and present at conferences; pursue federal/industry opportunities.

Skills

Laser surface processing

Ultrashort pulse lasers

Mentoring students

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SEM

XPS

AES

RGA / residual gas analyzers

CNC laser processing systems

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and CEFS to lead ultrashort pulse laser surface processing research and functionalized surfaces. The role involves managing high-power laser systems, vacuum chambers, and materials analysis equipment, and mentoring students in a collaborative CEFS environment.

Candidates should have a Ph.D.