Postdoctoral Fellow, Optical Metrology & Materials

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to collaborate on scientific research with NIST. The successful candidate will apply high-accuracy measurement methods to optical properties of materials and tackle real-world challenges in energy materials and advanced manufacturing.

This role requires a Ph.D. in a related field, hands-on experience with optical instruments, and programming knowledge in Python or MATLAB. Candidates are expected to publish research findings and develop an independent research program.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required with a focus in relevant scientific fields.
• Hands-on experience in optical instrument design and construction.
• Demonstrated proficiency in laser technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve measurement methods for optical properties.
• Reduce measurement uncertainties in optical data.
• Design and refine experimental systems for optical metrology.
• Analyze datasets and perform uncertainty analysis.
• Publish findings and present at conferences.

Skills

Hands-on experience in design and construction of optical instruments

Demonstrated experience with laser technologies

Programming proficiency with Python, MATLAB, or LabView

Familiarity with optical modeling

Strong enthusiasm for learning new techniques

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Optics, Engineering, Chemistry, or closely related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to collaborate on scientific research with NIST. The successful candidate will apply high-accuracy measurement methods to optical properties of materials and tackle real-world challenges in energy materials and advanced manufacturing.

This role requires a Ph.D. in a related field, hands-on experience with optical instruments, and programming knowledge in Python or MATLAB. Candidates are expected to publish research findings and develop an independent research program.