Postdoctoral Researcher: Quantum Materials & Superconductors

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 72,879 - 121,465; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory’s Materials Science Division seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Quantum States and Crystalline Matter Group in Lemont, IL. The role focuses on discovering and studying new quantum materials, with emphasis on superconductors and solid-state inorganic compounds.

Responsibilities include exploratory synthesis and crystal growth, plus comprehensive structural, optical, magnetic and electrical characterization to reveal structure-property relations and

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in Physics, Materials Science or Chemistry.
• Experience with exploratory synthesis and crystal growth of quantum materials.
• Hands-on materials characterization including X-ray diffraction and optical/magnetic/electrical measurements.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and publish impactful results.

Responsibilities

• Lead exploratory synthesis and crystal growth of superconducting and related quantum materials.
• Characterize structure-property relationships via optical, magnetic and electrical measurements.
• Collaborate with chemists, physicists and materials scientists to achieve research goals.
• Communicate findings through publications and conferences.

Skills

Independent research

Crystal growth

Materials characterization

X-ray diffraction

Collaborative teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

PhD in Physics, Materials Science or Chemistry

Tools

Molten-flux growth

Bridgman crystal growth

Chemical vapor transport

Powder/single-crystal X-ray diffraction

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory’s Materials Science Division seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Quantum States and Crystalline Matter Group in Lemont, IL. The role focuses on discovering and studying new quantum materials, with emphasis on superconductors and solid-state inorganic compounds.

Responsibilities include exploratory synthesis and crystal growth, plus comprehensive structural, optical, magnetic and electrical characterization to reveal structure-property relations and