POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Advanced Manufacturing Techniques

San Antonio, Texas

Employer: SWRI
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
  • Perform R&D utilizing additive manufacturing techniques to fabricate microchannel plates.
  • Perform fundamental research utilizing nano and micro-scale stereolithography to improve photodetector and remote sensing instrument performance.
  • Publish first-authored journal articles.
  • Prepare and present research findings at conferences.
  • Assist with and lead grant writing efforts to secure further funding.

  • Work with a custom 3D printer fabricating microcapillary arrays, including mixing specialized photoresist, establishing post-processing procedures, and evaluating resulting structures (SEM, AFM, profilometry, etc.).
  • Work in a cleanroom environment with ultra-high vacuum equipment.
  • Meet regularly to discuss progress and integrate with the rest of the team.

  • Requires a PhD in Materials Science, Astronomy, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related degree field.
  • 0 years: Experience with advanced/additive manufacturing.
  • Experience with lab instrumentation hardware.
  • Experience with photodetectors and remote sensing instruments.
  • Proficiency in ultra-high vacuum equipment and high voltage systems is highly desirable, Proficiency in Python, C/C++, visual basic, or similar is highly desirable, Good communication skills and be willing to work both independently and in a group setting.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Created: 2024-09-20
Reference: 05-00232
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: San Antonio
ZIP: 78112

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