Post Doctoral Research Associate- Atom Probe Researcher in Geo-materials

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

• Posting Number: G/R34734P
• Working Title:
  
  Post Doctoral Research Associate
  - Atom Probe Researcher in Geo-materials
• Department:
  Franklin-Geology
• University:
  University of Georgia (
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• Academic Programs: 19 schools and colleges, including School of Medicine
• Location:
  
  Athens, Georgia (approx. 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton)
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Advertised Salary:
  Commensurate with experience
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  02/01/2027
• Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled
• Special Instructions:
  Location of Vacancy Athens Area
• EOO Statement:
  The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status.
• USG Core Values Statement:
  Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, Respect

• Running APT lab and samples for a wide academic and industry user base including Geology, Physics, Materials Science, and Chemistry. Will be expected to generate industry funding as part of position. (Percentage of time: 80%)
• Independent Research. Candidate will be expected to carry out independent research, in addition to responsibilities running the lab. (Percentage of time: 20%)

• Title:
  
  Post-Doctoral Associate
• AD FLSA Exempt
• FTE: 1.0

This position will be responsible for setting up and running an Atom Probe Tomography laboratory. This includes conducting independent research, collaborative research projects, and industry contract work. Person would be expected to co-advise PhD and MSc projects, train users in Atom Probe Tomography data reduction, attract industry work, and keep the instrument operational.

PhD in Geo- or Materials-Science with a minimum of 4 years working experience with Atom Probe Tomography of insulating materials, including sample preparation and data reduction. Experience writing programs for APT data reduction is a strong preference, as well as someone who has experience with instrument design and maintenance.

Should have good interpersonal skills, both working in and leading groups.

• Position of Trust:
  Yes
• Financial resources control:
  No
• P-Card:
  No
• Driving:
  No
• Direct interaction/care of children under 18:
  No
• Direct patient care:
  No
• Security Access:
  Yes

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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• Name:
  Dr. Philip Gopon
• Email:
  Phillip.
  
  Gopon
• Phone: (not provided)

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• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter