Research Professional

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Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

PME Guha Lab

The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME; (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) was established in May 2019 and evolved from the Institute for Molecular Engineering, which was founded in 2011. The PME integrates science and engineering to address global challenges from the molecular level up. The PME’s rigorous academic and research programs are made possible through the University of Chicago’s unique partnership with Argonne National Laboratory.

The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering is the first new school at the University of Chicago in three decades and the first school in the nation dedicated to molecular engineering. In the next phase of growth as a School, the PME will continue to expand its team of world‑class faculty researchers and empower students from diverse backgrounds to collaborate with faculty in cutting‑edge facilities.

The PME aims to bring solutions for urgent societal problems to the forefront, while training the next generation of scientific leaders and entrepreneurs.

PME is seeking an experienced researcher to participate in and manage research projects. The candidate will also help supervise students and PDs dedicated to the properties of study materials and is expected to engage in experimental research and research collaborations with other scientists. The ideal candidate will closely partner with the faculty to plan, oversee, and execute all aspects of the project, including identifying the need for innovation and developing or incorporating advances in research concepts to help disseminate the results of research projects.

In addition, the role will include student supervision. This position will be available for an initial one‑year term and may be extended based on project needs and funding.

• Facilitates and promotes advanced technical/scientific research projects, including experiments, simulations, and data analysis. Recognizes the need for innovation and develops or incorporates advances in research concepts to help disseminate results.
• Experimental topics can include quantum materials and devices as well as microelectronic materials and devices.
• Carries out experiments at our laboratories at UChicago and Argonne National Laboratory via a joint appointment.
• Collaborates and coordinates with other researchers in the group in joint research efforts.
• Builds relationships crucial to the success of the lab, PME, and UChicago and manages various special projects, some of which may have organizational impact.
• Manages complex data sets for research.
• Trains new laboratory personnel.
• Collaborates closely with the research team to disseminate research methods to support or advance their research.
• Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports and co‑authors or authors scientific research manuscripts. Provides peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.
• Collaborates on the development of new research projects with academic and community‑based organizations.
• May present work at scientific meetings.
• Performs other related work as needed.

• Minimum requirements include a PhD in a related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

• Doctoral degree with an established track record in chemistry, physics, or engineering.
• Significant work experience after the doctorate; postdoc experience.
• Possess experience in a research laboratory, preferably in an independent project.
• Conducting wet or dry lab work in a research laboratory, preferably in an independent project.
• Background in thin film deposition and characterization, fabrication of structures, device design and measurements.
• Strong computer…