Postdoctoral Scholar - Chen Research Group - Materials Science and Engineering

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in computational mesoscale materials science. The successful candidate will develop phase-field models and study ferroelectric and related functional materials.

Responsibilities include advancing simulations, collaborating with students and writing proposals; a PhD in MSE or physical sciences is required with substantial phase-field experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in materials science and engineering or physical sciences is required with at least 5 years of related experience using phase-field methods during PhD and prior postdoctoral research.

Responsibilities

• Develop phase-field models and computer codes of mesoscale structure evolution
• Study the physics of structural, ferroelectric, electronic, and piezoelectric responses of mesoscale domain structures
• Assist writing proposals to funding agencies and Penn State seed programs.
• Co-supervise graduate students and undergraduate students.
• Prepare manuscripts for publications and research reports to sponsors.

Skills

Phase-field modeling

Computational methods

Ferroelectric materials

Education

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or Physical Sciences

Job description

Position

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

Location

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA

Position Specifics

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA is seeking a postdoc in computational mesoscale materials science. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct computational research on ferroelectrics and correlated functional systems.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop phase-field models and computer codes of mesoscale structure evolution
• Study the physics of structural, ferroelectric, electronic, and piezoelectric responses of mesoscale domain structures
• Assist writing proposals to funding agencies and Penn State seed programs.
• Co-supervise graduate students and undergrad students.
• Prepare manuscripts for publications and research reports to sponsors.

Qualifications

A successful applicant must have a PhD in materials science and engineering or physical sciences and at least 5 years of related experience in phase-field method of functional materials during Ph.D. and prior postdoctoral research.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

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