Postdoc: Metal Additive Manufacturing Research

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to join the College of Engineering. The role focuses on the additive manufacturing of metals and composites under a DoD contract, with opportunities to mentor students and contribute to proposal development.

Qualifications include a PhD in a related field and a background in additive manufacturing; experience with mechanical testing and materials characterization is a plus. The position reports to Dr. Dev Chidambaram.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field completed within the five years preceding appointment.
• Experience in additive manufacturing is required; expertise in mechanical testing or materials characterization is a plus.
• Citizenship restrictions apply due to DoD contract; eligibility must be met.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high‑impact research in additive manufacturing of metals and composites.
• Publish findings in leading journals and present at conferences.
• Mentor students and contribute to proposal development for externally funded programs.
• Collaborate with faculty and students in a dynamic research environment.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Mechanical testing

Materials characterization

Education

PhD in materials science or related field

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to join the College of Engineering. The role focuses on the additive manufacturing of metals and composites under a DoD contract, with opportunities to mentor students and contribute to proposal development.

Qualifications include a PhD in a related field and a background in additive manufacturing; experience with mechanical testing and materials characterization is a plus. The position reports to Dr. Dev Chidambaram.