Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Materials Science Engineering

Alfred University; Town of Alfred (NY); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

Alfred University is offering a postdoctoral research fellowship focusing on the synthesis and characterization of oxide ceramics for energy storage and conversion applications. The position involves mentoring students and engaging in outreach activities. A salary of $65,000 is offered.

The researcher will study redox-active oxides and complex oxides, conducting detailed in-situ studies using advanced microscopy techniques.

An equal employment opportunity policy is upheld by the university, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science or a related field is required.
• Experience in synthesis and characterization of oxide ceramics.
• Familiarity with electron microscopy and related characterization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on oxide ceramics for energy applications.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate in outreach and education activities.

Skills

Electron microscopy

Diffraction and scattering techniques

Synthesis and characterization of oxides

Mentoring students

Education

PhD in Materials Science or a related field

Tools

SEM

S/TEM

Raman spectroscopy

IR spectroscopy

Job description

A postdoctoral research fellowship is available under the direction of Prof. Scott Misture, lnamori Professor of Materials Science & Engineering at Alfred University. The work centers on synthesis, characterization and properties of oxide ceramics for applications in energy storage and energy conversion. Salary: $65,000.

Postdoctoral positions are open in two general areas:

• Study of redox-active oxides, for example those used in cathode and anode layers in solid oxide fuel cells. Detailed in-situ studies focused on electron microscopy (SEM and S/TEM), diffraction and scattering (including total scattering) and Raman or IR spectroscopy will be required.
• Synthesis and structure studies of complex oxides with large structural blocks such as titanate shear phases, oxides that form large framework structures, and tunnel-structure oxides, all of which may be used in ion adsorption and electrochemical applications. A focus on atmosphere controlled synthesis will be required, as well as detailed characterization, much of which can (or must) be done using in-situ studies and of course property measurements.

The postdoctoral researcher will also be expected to provide mentoring to undergraduate and graduate students and to participate in University outreach and education activities for pre-college students. The extent of mentoring will be determined based on the candidate's career interests with additional opportunities for career development for any candidate who wishes to enter academia.

Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.