Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Schaibley Lab) - Physics

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid vacation, sick leave, and public/

Tuition reduction for employee and qjs

Job summary

The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in the Schaibley Lab, within Physics. The role centers on independent research in 2D material physics, with collaboration across faculty and supervision of graduate/undergraduate students.

A year-to-year appointment is expected to renew through 2028, contingent on funding. Start date is August 2026; NIH guidelines apply for salary, with compensation dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• PhD required by time of hire.
• PhD in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop independent research projects.
• Disseminate results via publications and presentations.
• Collaborate with faculty and scholars; mentor students.
• Organize collaborative meetings, workshops, and visitor programs.

Skills

2D materials physics

Experimental condensed matter

Collaborative research

Education

PhD in Physics

PhD in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics

Tools

Electron beam lithography

Low-temperature magneto-transport

Scanning tunneling microscopy

Near-field optical microscopy

Low-temperature optical microscopy

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Schaibley Lab) - Physics

The University of Arizona Tucson, AZ — USA

The University of Arizona Tucson, AZ USA Posted Nov 25, 2025 Due Nov 20, 2026

Physics

Job Description

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate – Experimental 2D Material Physics
Type: Full-Time, Research
Location: University of Arizona, Main Campus, Tucson, AZ
Salary: NIH guidelines; depends on experience
Start Date: August 24, 2026 (or mutually agreed upon)
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Position Overview

Conduct independent research in 2D material physics.

Opportunities to collaborate with faculty, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and participate in public engagement.

Year-to-year appointment expected to renew through 2028, contingent on funding and performance.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field by the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics.

Research experience in:

Electron beam lithography nanofabrication

Low-temperature magneto-transport

Scanning tunneling microscopy (STM)

Scanning near-field optical microscopy

Low-temperature optical microscopy

Responsibilities

Lead and develop independent research projects.

Disseminate results via publications and presentations.

Collaborate with faculty and scholars; mentor students.

Organize collaborative meetings, workshops, and visitor programs.

Application Materials

Statement of Research Interests

Three Letters of Recommendation (as separate files)

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Tuition reduction for employee and qualified family members

Access to UA recreational and cultural activities