Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Materials Science Nanocomposites

Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Materials Science Nanocomposites

Job ID285484

Location

Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

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Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

Job Summary

The Center for Advanced Materials and the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry and Physics at Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Georgia is hiring a Post-Doctoral Research Associate with a start date of July 1, 2025 or as soon as available. The successful candidate will join one of the research groups outlined below. The position will join the research group of Dr. Gang Chen, Dr. Maxim Durach, and Dr. Jose Jimenez. The postdoctoral position will involve experimental work in synthesis and characterization of novel nanomaterials and nanocomposites and exploitation of properties of these materials for a variety of applications. The postdoc will benefit from working in the Center for Advanced Materials Science in Statesboro, GA with faculty with expertise in experimental and theoretical research in high-entropy alloys, plasmonic materials, and optical properties of lanthanide-doped materials. The position is for a one-year period, which can be renewed depending on funding. This position is time limited and 100% sponsored-funded; therefore, continued employment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funding.

Employment is contingent upon funding.

Responsibilities

Conduct self-directed and directed research in the research project

Design and implement high-impact research projects including but not limited nanomaterials and nanocomposites and evaluation of their properties

Set up and maintain experimental instruments and equipment

Develop manuscripts and presentations containing results of assigned research findings

Assist with development, edit and review project proposals, presentations, and reports

Manage assignments to graduate assistants and undergraduate researchers as needed

Oversee student researchers during laboratory experiments

Oversee data analysis and data management

Disseminate research results to scientific audiences through peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and other media

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

PhD degree in a relevant field (chemistry, physics, materials science, etc.)

Required Experience

Expertise in materials science, nanomaterials and nanocomposites broadly defined

Excellent laboratory skills in nanosynthesis and characterization techniques

Author or co-author on publications in a closely related topic

Proficiency in text, graphics, and data processing software

Experience with common materials characterization techniques such as HR-TEM, SEM, XRD, XPS, UV-Vis, FT-IR and relevant spectroscopies

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Experience in synthesis (e.g. high temperature processing, colloidal and organic synthesis) and common characterization techniques of nanomaterials and nanocomposites (e.g. TEM, SEM, XRD, UV-VIS, XPS)

Experience with optical properties and plasmonic materials (e.g. plasmonic particles, high entropy alloys, lanthanides)

Experience with calculations of optical and/or plasmonic properties of nanomaterials and evaluation of structure-property relationships.

Experience with preparing grant applications.

Proposed Salary

$56,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume

Cover Letter

Two (2) Professional References

Unofficial Graduate and Undergraduate Transcripts

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment, and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent multi-tasking skills

Demonstrated research experience from designing research questions to dissemination of results

Demonstrated ability to work independently and complete tasks