Postdoctoral Scholar - Redwing Group - Materials Science and Engineering

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park seeks a postdoctoral scholar to conduct world-leading 2D materials research, focusing on synthesis, characterization, layer transfer and processing. The role includes presenting results at conferences and preparing manuscripts for submission.

You will assist with reports for sponsors and outreach, with rich opportunities for equipment development and collaboration with theory and computation teams.

Qualifications

• This requirement concerns experience with synthesis and processing of 2D materials.
• Experience with characterization and processing of 2D materials is required.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform world-leading 2D materials research on synthesis, characterization, layer transfer and processing.
• Present results at technical conferences and prepare manuscripts for submission.
• Assist with preparation of reports for research sponsors and scientific outreach.

Skills

2D materials research

layer transfer

material characterization

interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Nanomaterials, Nanotechnology

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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.

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.

Requirements include:

• a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Nanomaterials, Nanotechnology, or a related field by the time of hire
• experience in characterization and processing of 2D materials
• experience with layer transfer and characterization of chalcogenide thin films is a plus
• excellent organization, time management, and communication skills
• ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Benefits

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

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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