MSE Post Doctoral Scholar

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. The role focuses on cutting-edge research in structural materials and additive manufacturing, particularly Laser Powder Bed Fusion of steels and related heat treatments.

Responsibilities include microstructure characterization with SEM/EBSD/TEM-STEM and in-situ techniques, data analysis, publication preparation, and mentoring junior researchers.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field required or equivalent research experience.
• Experience with additive manufacturing of steels and martensitic alloys.
• Strong microstructure characterization and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research on advanced structural materials and additive manufacturing.
• Designs and performs PBF-LB experiments on steels, heat treatments, and mechanical testing.
• Characterizes microstructure using SEM, EBSD, TEM/STEM, STEM-EELS, in-situ TEM, and in-situ XRD.
• Analyzes data, prepares reports, publications, and research deliverables.
• Collaborates with partners, supports safe lab operations, and mentors students.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Microstructure analysis

Data interpretation

Collaborative research

Proposal development

Education

PhD in Materials Engineering

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

Tools

SEM

EBSD

TEM/STEM

STEM-EELS

in-situ TEM

in-situ XRD

PBF-LB

Job description

MSE Post Doctoral Scholar## Department:Engineering | Materials Science and EngineeringThe Department of Materials Science and Engineering within the College of Engineering at The Ohio State University is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar. Responsibilities are as follows: Conducts research on advanced structural materials and additive manufacturing. Designs and performs experiments involving Laser Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB) focused on steels, heat treatments, and mechanical testing; characterizes microstructure using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), transmission microscopy (TEM/STEM), STEM-EELS, in-situ TEM, and in-situ X-ray diffraction; and evaluates phase transformations and microstructure-property relationships. Analyzes data, prepares reports, publications, presentations, and research deliverables, collaborates with research partners, supports safe laboratory operations, and assists with student mentoring and proposal development.Required Education:PhD in Materials Engineering or a related fieldDesired Education:PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or a related fieldRequired Experience:Research experience in additive manufacturing of martensitic steels focused on materials science, including microstructural characterization, mechanical behavior, SEM, experimental design, data analysis, and communication of research results.Desired Experience:1 year of experience with metal PBF-LB, heat treatment, phase transformations, TEM/STEM, in-situ TEM, STEM-EELS, EBSD, in-situ XRD, fatigue, fracture toughness, and nanoindentation.## Additional Information:## Location:Edison Joining Technology Center (0057)## Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***