Postdoc: Materials Science & Dielectric-Polymer Research

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Postdoctoral benefits

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a postdoctoral scholar to run and maintain two Novocontrol dielectric spectrometers. The role includes training new users and supervising graduate and undergraduate students in sample loading, experiments, and data interpretation.

A strong emphasis will be on zwitterions mixed with polymers, with duties outlined during the interview process. This is a term position subject to funding and university needs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience mentoring or supervising students is desirable.
• Experience with dielectric spectroscopy is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Run and maintain two Novocontrol dielectric spectrometers.
• Train new users and supervise graduate and undergraduate students in loading samples, running experiments, and interpreting data.
• Contribute to research on zwitterions mixed with polymers.

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, or a related field

Tools

Novocontrol Dielectric Spectrometer

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a postdoctoral scholar to run and maintain two Novocontrol dielectric spectrometers. The role includes training new users and supervising graduate and undergraduate students in sample loading, experiments, and data interpretation.

A strong emphasis will be on zwitterions mixed with polymers, with duties outlined during the interview process. This is a term position subject to funding and university needs.