Post Doctoral Associate

Rutgers University-New Brunswick; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vacation and leave programs

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University-New Brunswick invites applications for a Post Doctoral Associate in Materials Science & Engineering. The role focuses on research on ceramics under extreme conditions, including boride- and carbide-based materials, with emphasis on synthesis, processing, characterization, and computational simulation.

The successful candidate will guide graduate students, present findings, publish papers, and collaborate with industry partners and the Army research laboratory.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramics Engineering or closely related discipline is a prerequisite.
• Demonstrated record of using Material Characterization and Processing.
• Experience in Stereolithography.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on materials for extreme conditions, especially boride- and carbide-based ceramics.
• Assist graduate students in synthesis, processing, characterization and computational simulation of ceramic materials.
• Present and write research papers, collaborate with industrial partners and Army research laboratory.
• Oversee laboratories for process and characterization and contribute to publications.

Skills

Material characterization

Materials processing

Computational simulations

Education

PhD in Materials Science & Engineering

Tools

Stereolithography

Job description

Position Details

• | Recruitment/Posting Title | Post Doctoral Associate |
• | Department | Materials Science & Engineerg |
• | Salary Details | $63,968 |
• | Offer Information | The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
• | Benefits | Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs |
• | Posting Summary | Responsible for conducting research on materials for extreme conditions, especially boride- and carbide-based ceramics. It is expected that the person will be familiar with methods used in the synthesis, processing and characterization of materials, and be able to use computational software for materials simulation. Knowledge of high temperature furnaces, hot presses, powder processing, and additive manufacturing will be of particular value. The person will assist graduate students in the program with the synthesis, processing, characterization and computational simulation of the ceramic materials. They will be expected to present and write research papers on the conducted research, collaborate with industrial partners and the Army research laboratory, and oversee process and characterization laboratories. |
• | Position Status | Full Time |
• | Posting Number | 26FA0955 |
• | Posting Open Date | 11/02/2026 |
• | Posting Close Date | 11/09/2026 |
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Qualifications

• | Minimum Education and Experience | PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramics Engineering or closely related discipline is a prerequisite. Must have demonstrated record of using Material Characterization and Processing. Must have experience in Stereolithography |
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• | Preferred Qualifications | |
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Posting Details

• | Special Instructions to Applicants | |
• | Quick Link to Posting | https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/283165 |
• | Campus | Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
• | Home Location Campus | Busch (RU-New Brunswick) |
• | City | Piscataway |
• | State | NJ |
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