Postdoc: Thermoreflectance and Thermal Metrology

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Research Associate for a CHIPS Funded Project at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This role involves supporting a collaboration on thermoreflectance thermal property measurements and improving optical emission methods.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field and possess experience in thermal metrology and thin film characterization. Strong programming skills in MATLAB and a collaborative work ethic are essential. U.S. citizenship is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in relevant field.
• Experience with thermoreflectance-based measurement instrumentation.
• Strong knowledge of thermal metrology and optics.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine pump-probe instrumentation.
• Measure thermal property data for stakeholders.
• Present and publish results as required.

Skills

Thermoreflectance measurement

Thermal analysis

Optics

Data modeling

Programming (MATLAB)

Collaborative work

Strong communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in physics, optics, materials science/engineering, or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Research Associate for a CHIPS Funded Project at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This role involves supporting a collaboration on thermoreflectance thermal property measurements and improving optical emission methods.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field and possess experience in thermal metrology and thin film characterization. Strong programming skills in MATLAB and a collaborative work ethic are essential. U.S. citizenship is preferred.