Carnegie Mellon University Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Materials Science and Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Materials Science and Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University has invited applications for the position of Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, College of Engineering.

The selected postdoctoral researcher will join Marc De Graef’s research group and work on developing advanced techniques for defect characterization in solids using experimental and computational tools.

Position Details

• Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate

• Department: Materials Science and Engineering

• College: College of Engineering

• Institution: Carnegie Mellon University

Research Focus

The role involves advanced materials characterization using tools available in the Materials Characterization Facility. The selected candidate will contribute to research on identifying, analysing and understanding defects in solid materials.

Core Responsibilities

The selected candidate will work with advanced microscopy and characterization techniques, including:

• Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) modalities

• Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD)

• Electron Channeling Contrast Imaging (ECCI)

• Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) modalities

• Conventional imaging and diffraction

• STEM Diffraction Contrast Imaging

• Computational and experimental defect characterization methods

Preferred Candidate Profile

Candidates with strong expertise in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Materials Science and Engineering

• Metallurgical Engineering

• Electron microscopy

• SEM and TEM-based characterization

• Crystallography and defect analysis

• Computational materials science

• Experimental materials research

Why Join Carnegie Mellon University?

• Opportunity to work at a globally recognized research university.

• Collaborate with leading researchers in materials characterization.

• Access to advanced experimental and computational facilities.

• Contribute to high-impact research in defect characterization and materials science.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should apply through the official Carnegie Mellon University Careers Portal by submitting the required application and supporting documents.

Official Website

https://www.cmu.edu/

Candidates with expertise in materials characterization, electron microscopy, crystallography and defect analysis are encouraged to apply.

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