Lead Research Scientist: Structural Materials

Laseagrant; Urbana, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Materials Research Laboratory at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Research Scientist to lead and expand research in characterization and testing of structural materials for extreme environments. You will develop a funded program focusing on mechanical behavior, irradiation effects, phase transformations, and materials design for challenging service environments.

Join a ~20-person team with access to advanced facilities and collaborations across campus and national

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field as listed.
• 5+ years of postdoctoral or other post-Ph.D. research experience.
• Strong publication record in advanced characterization, mechanical behavior, irradiation effects, or related areas.
• Proven ability to develop and secure externally sponsored research proposals.
• Ability to lead independent research and manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-level research and development in structural alloy resilience under extreme degradation modes.
• Lead sponsored research projects and prepare technical reports for sponsors.
• Develop and submit competitive research proposals to funding agencies and coordinate contributions from collaborators.
• Maintain and advance laboratory facilities, equipment, safety practices, and capabilities.
• Collaborate across interdisciplinary teams and build external research partnerships.

Skills

Publications

Sponsored proposals

Leadership

Mentoring

Laboratory management

Electron microscopy

Nuclear materials

Alloy synthesis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field

Job description

The Materials Research Laboratory at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Research Scientist to lead and expand research in characterization and testing of structural materials for extreme environments. You will develop a funded program focusing on mechanical behavior, irradiation effects, phase transformations, and materials design for challenging service environments.

Join a ~20-person team with access to advanced facilities and collaborations across campus and national