Post Doctoral Associate

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher for the Energy Transport and Ultrafast Spectroscopy Lab. The role focuses on nano- to macro-scale energy transport and conversion, combining experimental and computational approaches.

Initial 1-year term with renewal based on performance and funding. Candidates should have a PhD in a related field and strong experience in thermal sciences, heat transfer, or energy systems, plus proven research productivity and strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong background in thermal sciences, heat transfer, or energy systems.
• Demonstrated research productivity (journal publications, conference presentations).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on thermal/energy transport at multiple length scales.
• Develop and apply advanced experimental thermometries and/or computational models.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Skills

Thermal sciences

Communication

Teamwork

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Molecular dynamics

First-principles calculations

Thermal metrology

Job description

# **Job Description Summary**Organization's Summary Statement: Postdoctoral Research Opportunity – Energy Transport and Conversion University of Maryland The Energy Transport and Ultrafast Spectroscopy Lab at the University of Maryland is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on cutting-edge projects in nano/macro-scale energy transport and conversion. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing experimental and/or computational approaches to address grand challenges in energy science and engineering. Learn more about our research: Energy Transport Lab The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as a catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to develop innovations that address the 21st-century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions. Responsibilities: • Conduct independent and collaborative research on thermal/energy transport at multiple length scales. • Develop and apply advanced experimental thermometries and/or computational models. • Mentor graduate and undergraduate students. Minimum Qualifications: • PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field. • Strong background in thermal sciences, heat transfer, or energy systems. • Demonstrated research productivity (journal publications, conference presentations). • Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Position Details: • Full-time, funded position with competitive salary and benefits. • Initial appointment of 1 year, renewable based on performance and funding. How to Physical Demands: N/A Preferences: Experience with computational tools (e.g., molecular dynamics, first-principles calculations) and/or experimental methods (e.g., thermal metrology, materials characterization, pump-probe measurements) is highly desirable. Licenses/ Certifications: N/A# **Additional Job Details****Required Application Materials: Cover letter, CV, List of references** **Best Consideration Date: 08/15/2026** **Posting Close Date: N/A** **Open Until Filled: Yes**# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.# **Department**ENGR-Mechanical Engineering PM# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**$60,000 - $65,000