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Materials Analyst, Microscopy

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$26.25 - $32.50/hr

... feel right at home here. Our scientists and engineers support industries ranging from ... graduate level. * B.S. or M.S. in Materials Science & Engineering or related field , or equivalent ...

Have solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer development ... Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks) * Flexible Out of Office Plan - Take time when ...

Have solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer development ... Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks) * Flexible Out of Office Plan - Take time when ...

... and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our ... You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home ...

Materials Scientist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

Have solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer development ... Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks) * Flexible Out of Office Plan - Take time when ...

Materials Scientist

Boston, MA · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

Have solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer development ... Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks) * Flexible Out of Office Plan - Take time when ...

R&D Materials Scientist

Corning, NY · On-site

$67K - $92K/yr

Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the ... You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home ...

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Research Associate in Materials Science and Engineering

Research Associate in Materials Science and Engineering

University of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


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Job description

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Virginia is accepting applications for a postdoctoral research associate position that focuses on transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and magnetic materials.
The research conducted in Prof. Zhou's laboratory focuses on advanced in-situ/ex-situ electron microscopy and spectroscopy, materials for quantum information science, and phases and phase transitions in ferroic materials.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design and execute novel in situ and ex situ electron microscopy studies of magnetic materials
  • Publish results in high-impact journals
  • Mentor graduate and undergraduate students

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, applied physics, or a closely related field, with a dissertation emphasizing electron microscopy and magnetism by the start date
  • Extensive experience with TEM and complementary techniques, including aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), Lorentz TEM, high-resolution TEM (HRTEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS).
  • Experience in charge, electric-field, or magnetic field mapping (using electron microscopy and related techniques) and in advanced image analysis is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in written and spoken English for effective communication with collaborators and sponsors
  • Excellent analytical and record-keeping skills, with strong attention to detail

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply online at https://jobs.virginia.edu/us and search for R0082701. Attach the following documents: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box .
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Review of applications will begin on May 8, 2026, but the position will remain open until filled. The target hire date is August 1, 2026. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
This is a one-year appointment, and the appointment may be renewed contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.
For questions about the position, please contact Lin Zhou, Associate Professor, at linzhou@virginia.edu .
For questions regarding the application, please contact Rich Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at rkh6j@virginia.edu .
A competitive salary and benefits package is offered at University of Virginia. For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits .
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .

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The University of Virginia is distinctive among institutions of higher education. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, the University sustains the ideal of developing, through education, leaders who are well-prepared to shape the future of the nation.

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