Post Doctoral Scholar

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Job Title:

Post Doctoral Scholar

Department:

Engineering | Materials Science and Engineering

This position will focus on the molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) growth and characterization of thin films and heterostructures of complex oxides. The successful candidate will also engage in the micro- and nano-fabrication of devices and perform detailed magneto-electric measurements to explore their functional properties.

Key responsibilities include:

• Growth and structural characterization of oxide thin films and heterostructures using MBE.
• Device fabrication using advanced micro- and nano-fabrication techniques.
• Low-temperature and high-field magneto-electric transport measurements.
• Data analysis, interpretation, and visualization.
• Preparing scientific reports and peer-reviewed publications.
• Presenting research findings at national and international conferences.

Required Education: PhD in Engineering

Desired Education: PhD in Materials Science Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering or Physics

Required Experience:  Growth and characterization of thin films; Micro- and nano-fabrication; Magneto-transport

Desired Experience: Device characterization; MBE growth of complex oxides

Additional Information:

Location:

Fontana Laboratories (1018)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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