Spintronics Postdoc: Lead Theory & Device Experiments

University of Southern California; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a PhD-level scientist to lead theory and experiment in beyond-CMOS spintronics. You will drive quantum transport modeling, first‑principles calculations, and device-level validation in a team that co-authors publications and contributes to patents.

The role emphasizes collaboration across institutions, DARPA‑funded program scope, and access to USC‑ISI cleanroom facilities with direct interaction with senior researchers.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (awarded or imminent).
• Demonstrated competence in computational techniques (NEGF, DFT, micromagnetics, atomistic spin dynamics) and experimental techniques (device fabrication, transport, FMR, magneto-optics, or thin-film characterization).
• Strong publication record.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead validation experiments at major program decision gates.
• Co-author theory and experimental publications and contribute to patent portfolio.
• Interact with senior faculty and collaborators across institutions.

Skills

NEGF modeling

DFT

Micromagnetics

Atomistic spin dynamics

Device fabrication

MATLAB

Python

Education

PhD (awarded or imminent)

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

University of Southern California is seeking a PhD-level scientist to lead theory and experiment in beyond-CMOS spintronics. You will drive quantum transport modeling, first‑principles calculations, and device-level validation in a team that co-authors publications and contributes to patents.

The role emphasizes collaboration across institutions, DARPA‑funded program scope, and access to USC‑ISI cleanroom facilities with direct interaction with senior researchers.