Position Information: DescriptionThe Department of Physics and Astrophysics is seeking a 12-month, post-doctoral research fellow to conduct research on “thermoelectric and tribological properties of two-dimensional materials”. The initial appointment will be for one year and is full time and benefitted, with potential for renewal for a second year, pending annual review of performance and continued availability of funding.

Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct research on thermoelectric and tribological properties of materialsDraft manuscripts for publication and proposals for external grantsMaintain instruments and lab equipment and environmentHelp training graduate and undergraduate students

Required Competencies

Highly self-motivated and enthusiastic in researchCapable of working independentlyGood oral and written communication skillsEffective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and studentsAbility to mentor junior team members

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in physics, materials science, or a related fieldA record of peer-reviewed publications on thermoelectric and/or tribology Successful completion of criminal history records check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.  Successful candidate will be required to provide an official transcript from their highest educational institution prior to start date.  

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in experimental synthesis and characterization of thermoelectric materials and/or tribology related materialsExperience in the first-principles simulations

Minimum Hiring Salary$44,000 - $45,000 / year, exempt, full-time, benefitted.

Work Schedule/Start DateAnticipated start date of May 1, 2022 

To ApplyFor full consideration, applications must be received by April 10, 2022 and include the following materials:

Cover letter Curriculum Vitae Contact information for 2 references

Position is open until filled. Please refer any questions about this position to Dr. Deniz Cakir at deniz.cakir@und.edu and Dr. Nuri Oncel at nuri.oncel@und.edu.

Additional Information

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Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

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