Postdoctoral Scholar - Redwing Group - Materials Science and Engineering

AgUpdate; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Redwing Group within Materials Science and Engineering. The role focuses on world-leading 2D materials research, including synthesis, characterization, layer transfer and processing, with opportunities to present results at conferences and publish manuscripts.

The candidate will assist with reports for sponsors and engage in outreach, while leveraging advanced materials characterization and collaborations with theory/computation

Job description

Postdoctoral Scholar - Redwing Group - Materials Science and Engineering

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking a postdoctoral scholar. The final candidate will be expected to: perform world-leading 2D materials research on synthesis, characterization, layer transfer and processing to present results at technical conferences and prepare manuscripts for submission assist with preparation of reports for research sponsors, and scientific outreach to the broader community Rich opportunities will be available for innovative equipment and process development, advanced materials characterization and deep collaborations with theoretical/computational efforts focused on materials growth.

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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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