Postdoctoral Fellow — Nanoscale Probe Physics

Johns Hopkins University; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate in Gaithersburg, Maryland, to develop and support scanning probe microscopy instrumentation. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in experimental condensed matter physics and has over five years of specialized experience in designing and building scanning tunneling and atomic force microscopes. Responsibilities include conducting advanced experimental research and presenting findings to stakeholders. This position focuses on collaboration with NIST researchers for innovative scientific projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in related fields.
• Experience in ultra‑low temperatures and ultra‑high vacuum environments.
• Research experience with 2D materials, including related publications.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel scanning probe microscopy instrumentation.
• Support ongoing scanning probe microscopy experiments.
• Present results at internal and external meetings.

Skills

Designing and building scanning tunneling microscopes (STM)

Designing and building atomic force microscopes (AFM)

Programming LabVIEW VIs

Python programming for instrumentation control

3D CAD design using Creo Elements

Handling cryogens

Scientific illustration for publication

Education

PhD in experimental condensed matter physics or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

3D CAD software (Creo)

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate in Gaithersburg, Maryland, to develop and support scanning probe microscopy instrumentation. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in experimental condensed matter physics and has over five years of specialized experience in designing and building scanning tunneling and atomic force microscopes. Responsibilities include conducting advanced experimental research and presenting findings to stakeholders. This position focuses on collaboration with NIST researchers for innovative scientific projects.