Postdoc: Atom Probe Researcher in Geo-materials

Ugajobsearch; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate in Atom Probe Tomography within Geo-materials. The role involves running the APT lab for diverse academic and industry users and pursuing independent research initiatives.

The candidate will co-advise PhD/MSc projects, train users in APT data reduction, and contribute to attracting industry work while keeping the instrument operational.

Qualifications

• PhD in Geo- or Materials-Science with minimum 4 years experience in Atom Probe Tomography of insulating materials.
• Experience writing programs for APT data reduction and instrument design/maintenance is highly preferred.
• Co-advise PhD/MSc projects and train users in APT data reduction.

Responsibilities

• Run APT lab and samples for a wide academic and industry user base; generate industry funding as part of the position (80%).
• Carry out independent research in addition to lab responsibilities (20%).

Skills

Atom Probe Tomography

Data reduction

Programming for APT data reduction

Instrument design

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Geo- or Materials-Science

Job description

University of Georgia is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate in Atom Probe Tomography within Geo-materials. The role involves running the APT lab for diverse academic and industry users and pursuing independent research initiatives.

The candidate will co-advise PhD/MSc projects, train users in APT data reduction, and contribute to attracting industry work while keeping the instrument operational.