Postdoctoral Researcher

Postdoctoral Researcher

The Nanoscience & Biomedical Engineering Department at South Dakota Mines invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position within Dr. Shan Zhou's research group. This is a full-time benefited position. This position will conduct research in the area of nanoparticle synthesis and self-assembly, as well as electron microscopy studies on nanoscale building blocks. This position will be responsible for conceiving, designing, and conducting experiments, with an emphasis on using wet chemistry methods to prepare nanomaterials and soft materials for microscopy imaging, and operating transmission electron microscope.

This position will be expected to conduct data analysis, prepare publications, and present research findings in regional and national conferences.

A PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Nanoscience and Nanoengineering or equivalent is required. Prior experiences with electron microscopy, electrochemistry, photocatalysis, and nanomaterials synthesis are highly preferred.

South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance.

Individuals interested in this position must apply online at Careers at Mines (sdsmt.edu). Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at . Review of applications will begin December 20, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Please attach a cover letter, resume, representative publications (up to three), and a list of three professional references (include name and email address for each reference).

Candidates are encouraged to directly contact Dr. Shan Zhou (shan.zhou) for more information.