Postdoc: Quantum Dot Synthesis & Device Integration-Onsite

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life & disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition assistance

PTO & holidays

Onsite gym

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to develop and discover new optical nanomaterials and hybrid materials with emergent functionality. Focus areas include quantum dot synthesis and device integration, using advanced tools and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The appointment is for 2 years with potential extension to a 3rd year. Applicants should have strong synthesis skills, a solid publication record, and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Strong chemical synthesis skills using air-sensitive handling techniques.
• Nanocrystal synthesis, manipulation and surface modification.
• Device fabrication and testing experience (e.g. LEDs, detectors, FET, solar cells).
• A strong publication record.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage in multidisciplinary experimental/theoretical research to develop optical nanomaterials and hybrid materials with emergent functionality.
• Collaborate with Ph.D. staff scientists, postdocs, and students in spectroscopy, theory, polymer chemistry, and electron microscopy.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national/international meetings.

Skills

Air-sensitive synthesis

Nanocrystal synthesis

Device fabrication

Publication record

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in inorganic/organic/materials chemistry

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to develop and discover new optical nanomaterials and hybrid materials with emergent functionality. Focus areas include quantum dot synthesis and device integration, using advanced tools and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The appointment is for 2 years with potential extension to a 3rd year. Applicants should have strong synthesis skills, a solid publication record, and excellent communication