Assistant Research Professor - Maria Research Group - Materials Science and Engineering

Assistant Research Professor
- Maria Research Group
- Materials Science and Engineering

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The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA is seeking an Assistant Research Professor to work with the research group of Professor Jon‑Paul Maria. This position deals with thin film synthesis science, microelectronic materials, materials for quantum information systems, materials for infrared nano‑photonics, high‑entropy materials, and the fundamentals of ferroelectricity.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct experimental research that contributes to multiple programs in thin film synthesis science, microelectronic materials, materials for quantum information systems, materials for infrared nano‑photonics, high‑entropy materials, and the fundamentals of ferroelectricity.

In all cases, the research is collaborative with teams supported by three MURIs (ARO, ONR, and AFOSR), an NSF MRSEC, and a DoE EFRC.

These teams will help the successful candidate receive support from partners specializing in multiscale modeling, beamline science, and multi‑modal microscopy.

A PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline by the time of hire.

The candidate is expected to participate in graduate student mentoring, and research proposal preparation and will receive mentoring in these areas by PI Maria.

The candidate will also travel domestically and internationally to support collaborations and represent their research group at programmatic reviews, conferences, and workshops.

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a CV.

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