Postdoc: Functional Ceramic Materials for Energy & Electronics

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to work in the Randall group on functional ceramic materials within the MRI. The role focuses on processing, structure, and performance of advanced ceramics for energy, electronic, and electromechanical applications.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a related field and have strong experimental skills in ceramic processing, microstructure characterization (SEM/TEM/XRD), and electrochemical methods, with excellent communication and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong experimental background in functional ceramic materials.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, high-quality research leading to publications in leading international journals.
• Develop and execute innovative research projects aligned with the group's objectives.
• Work collaboratively with graduate students, undergraduate researchers, visiting scientists, and faculty collaborators.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to students and visiting researchers.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.

Skills

Ceramic materials

Experimental research

Communication skills

Independent researcher

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related

Tools

SEM

TEM

AFM

XRD

Impedance spectroscopy

Electrochemical characterization

TSDC analysis

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to work in the Randall group on functional ceramic materials within the MRI. The role focuses on processing, structure, and performance of advanced ceramics for energy, electronic, and electromechanical applications.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a related field and have strong experimental skills in ceramic processing, microstructure characterization (SEM/TEM/XRD), and electrochemical methods, with excellent communication and