Postdoctoral Fellow in Applied Physics

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 67,600 - 91,826; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA invites applications for multiple Postdoctoral Fellow positions in the Applied Physics Department. The roles involve developing NMR/NQR/ESR technologies for subsurface exploration and carbon storage, with team-based research, publications, and mentoring responsibilities. Start dates are flexible; initial one-year terms may renew based on performance and funding.

Successful candidates will join a collaborative group led by Dr. Yi-Qiao Song, Prof.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in physics, chemistry, geoscience, or related fields by start.
• Ability to work as part of a team and support project goals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for publications and reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on NMR/NQR/ESR technology for subsurface exploration and carbon storage.
• Prepare publications and reports of findings; contribute to manuscripts.
• Mentor graduate students and collaborate with other groups.
• Positions start as soon as possible with initial one-year appointments renewable based on performance and funding.

Skills

Team collaboration

Publications

Oral and written communication

Mentoring graduate students

Education

PhD or equivalent terminal degree in physics/chemistry/geoscience

Tools

RF/microwave electronics

NMR

Geological science

Rock core analysis

Job description

School Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Department/Area

Department/Area Applied Physics

Position Description

Accepting applications for multiple Postdoctoral Fellow positions working with Dr. Yi-Qiao Song, Prof. David Weitz, and Prof Donhee Ham on NMR / NQR / ESR technology development and applications in subsurface exploration and carbon storage.

Successful candidates must be able to work as part of a team performing research to support the project. Additional responsibilities include preparation of publications and reports, mentoring of graduate students, and collaboration with other groups. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, be technically skilled, and have excellent oral and written skills. Start dates are flexible, but the positions will be filled as soon as possible and will initially be for one year, renewable for additional years following performance review and funding availability.

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate or terminal degree in physics, chemistry, and geoscience, or other relevant fields by the time the appointment begins.

Additional Qualifications

Expertise and experience in RF/microwave electronics, NMR , geological science, and rock core analysis are desirable.

Contact Information

Matthew Zahnzinger, Faculty Coordinator

Contact Email

Contact Email [e-mail]

Salary Range

$67,600 – $91,826

Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Allowed

Maximum Number of References Allowed 3

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