Postdoctoral Scholar, Engineering Science & Mechanics, Das Lab

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Das research team in the College of Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Scholar to join our lab in the field of 2D materials. The position will involve developing bio-inspired and neuromorphic devices for sensing, compute, storage, using novel two-dimensional (2D) materials.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

The postdoctoral scholar will be responsible for performing research in developingbio-inspired and neuromorphic devices for sensing, compute, storage, and security applications using novel nanomaterials such as two-dimensional (2D) materials. Rich opportunities will be available for innovative equipment and process development, advanced materials characterization and deep collaborations with theoretical/computational efforts focused on device fabrication. The postdoctoral scholar will be expected to present results at technical conferences and prepare manuscripts for submission. The postdoctoral scholar will also assist with operations in the laboratory, including equipment upkeep, data management, communications with users, preparation of reports for research sponsors, and scientific outreach to the broader community.

Requirements:

This position must have a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field by the appointment start date, a strong record of related research and experience. The candidate must have experience developing exfoliation routes to synthesize 2D (two-dimensional) materials, hands-on experience and efficiency in analysing data for various material characterization, experience in using clean room facilities. The candidate must be equipped in handling potentiostat for various electrochemical measurements and additional experience in performing electrical measurements. This position requires excellent organizational, time management and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment in support of the goals of the research team. Experience in mentoring and supporting graduate and undergraduate students.

Term

This is a term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with good possibility of re-funding.

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