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Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Applied Superconductivity Center (OPS)

Job  | Final date to receive applications:
August 26, 2026

The Applied Superconductivity Center at Florida State University (FSU) and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (National Mag Lab) invite applications for a post‑doctoral research associate position to perform nanostructural characterization using a variety of electron microscopy techniques. The position will focus on improving our understanding of the micro‑, mesa‑, nano‑ and atomic‑scale structural origins of the superconducting properties of high‑field superconductor tapes, wires, thin film and bulks with the aid of our advanced electron microscopes.

Available equipment includes an aberration‑corrected atomic resolution (scanning) transmission electron microscope (S/TEM), a focused ion beam (FIB) equipped FESEM and supporting sample preparation tools. The successful candidate would be a microscopist who focuses on materials science and problem solving. This position requires expertise in a TEM/STEM operation and FIB nano‑fabrication so that the applicant can quickly begin actively participating in research.

The successful applicant will become a member of a highly interactive and collaborative group that has a long tradition of helping post‑docs build a successful career in scientific research. The post doc will also be part of the strong post‑doc program at the Mag Lab.

Ph.D. in materials science, physics, engineering, chemistry, or a related field completed within the last three years.

• Extensive prior experience in TEM/STEM operation and making TEM samples
• Extensive prior experience preparing TEM specimens using FIB
• Effective written and verbal communication skills as evinced by publications, presentations, cover letter, and references

• Experience operating Cs‑corrected STEMs
• Experience in EELS or EDS in STEM

Application package we request:

• CV (Please list names and contact information of 2 possible references)
• Cover letter addressing the qualifications outlined above.
• One notable published paper or pre‑print (co‑authored by the candidate, .pdf format)

Application package can be sent to:

Fumitake Kametani

Associate Professor

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Florida State University, and Applied Superconductivity Center, National High Magnetic Field Laboratory

2031

E. Paul Dirac Dr., Tallahassee, FL 32310

Tel:

E‑mail: kametaninet.fsu.edu

The candidate will be working as a full member of the Applied Superconductivity Center (ASC) located in Tallahassee, FL. As part of the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, this center focuses on understanding and advancing superconducting materials for magnet and RF applications. The ASC includes 13 graduate students, 3 postdocs, 23 scientific and support staff, and 10–15 undergraduates. The program offers an interdisciplinary and interactive environment with a track record of impactful scientific discoveries.

• JEOL ARM
  200cF Cs‑corrected S/TEM with Electron Energy Loss Spectroscopy (EELS) and Energy‑dispersive X‑ray Spectroscopy (EDS), and the MerlinEM 40 STEM detector from Quantum Detectors Inc is being installed.
• FEI Helios G4 UC field emission scanning electron microscope and FIB equipped with Gas Injection System (GIS), in‑situ lift‑out tool and Leica cold stage, EBSD and EDS
• JEOL IT‑710HR Field emission SEM with EDS
• Gatan PIPS ion mill
• Micro Support Axis Pro SS ex‑situ lift‑out tool
• JEOL IB‑19500 CP ion cross‑section polisher

This is an OPS/temporary job.

The position is full‑time and includes health benefits.

This position is being re‑advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.