Postdoctoral Researcher

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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

   

Position Type:

Other Academic

   

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - MI - Interfacial Engineering of Metals and Ceramics (Christopher Marvel (00071401))

   

Work Location:

3261 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

   

Job Description:

Job Summary:

This position is for a Postdoctoral Researcher to perform materials science research. The duties for the position are to conduct polymer science research, perform ceramic synthesis experiments, characterize materials using advanced electron microscopy techniques, and broadly contribute to other materials science and engineering projects. In addition, the position involves mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, interacting with research staff in the Center for Advanced Materials and Devices (CAMD), co-author peer-reviewed journal publications, presenting results at scientific conferences, and helping prepare research proposals to obtain internal and/or external funding. 

Job Responsibilities:

25% Conduct degradation mechanisms of polymeric materials

35% Perform electron microscopy characterization

20% Assist ceramic synthesis and microstructure characterization

10% Co-author peer reviewed journal applications

5% Present results at scientific conferences

5% Mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D.; Successfully obtained at least an MS related to materials science, mechanical engineering, or chemical engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

Successfully obtained a Ph.D. related to polymer science, materials science, and/or advanced electron microscopy characterization.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach your CV. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application if available. However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Dr. Christopher Marvel at cmarvel@lsu.edu.

   

Posting Date:

December 10, 2024

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

   

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