Research Associate-Fixed Term

Research Associate-Fixed Term

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral (research associate) positions in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Michigan State University under the supervision of Prof. Chong-Yu Ruan. The appointment is for up to two years, with the potential for renewal based on the availability of new funding. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

The successful candidate will work with MSU's ultrafast science research team to relocate the existing high-brightness femtosecond electron microscope system to a newly renovated facility. This effort will involve implementing precision controls aimed at achieving multimodal imaging at sub-50 femtosecond resolution, building on recent benchmark studies. The candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to execute the relocation plan within the first year and subsequently manage further benchmark studies and applications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree:
Doctorate
-Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field

Minimum Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Experience with ultrafast laser systems, multimodal electron microscopy, and/or radio-frequency (RF) accelerators is highly desirable.

Required Application Materials:
Applications, including a cover letter and a curriculum vitae with a list of three references, should be submitted to careers.msu.edu under posting number 1011733.

Special Instructions:
Review of the applications will start January 15, 2025. Submissions after the initial due date will be considered until the positions are filled. Questions may be directed to Prof. Chong-Yu Ruan (ruanc).