Physics & Astronomy - Postdoctoral Fellow - Research in Nanomaterials and Microscale Manufacturing

Job Title: Physics & Astronomy - Postdoctoral Fellow - Research in Nanomaterials and Microscale Manufacturing

Posting End Date: June 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM (MDT) 

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Thursday, June 26, 2025

Position Start Date: July 7, 2025

Required Degree: Ph.D. in Materials Physics, Materials Science, or a related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: 

• Demonstrated experience in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization.
• Experience in metals fabrication and metallurgy.
• Strong background in materials characterization tools and data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to collaborative research.
• Familiarity with microscale fabrication and assembly techniques.
• Knowledge of gas chromatography systems and applications.

Duties/Expectations:  The successful candidate will engage in the design and fabrication of microscale GC columns incorporating CNT-based stationary phases. This involves developing and optimizing thin-film deposition techniques, including physical vapor deposition and chemical vapor deposition techniques for CNT growth. The role requires microscale brazing development for robust interface bonding. The candidate will also perform materials and device characterization using techniques like scanning electron microscopy (SEM), x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and thermal analysis. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, mentoring undergraduate student team members, and contribution to scholarly publications are integral aspects of this position.

Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter and Mission Alignment Statement to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. 

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. 

Mission Alignment Statement

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). 

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.