Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Position Title Postdoctoral Researcher, Laboratory for Heteroepitaxial Growth of Functional Materials & Devices
Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate
Department Chemical & Biological Engineering
Posting Number P230325
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/45010
Employer State
Position Type
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL1

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher. In this position, you will:

• conduct heteroepitaxial growth of functional materials using Pulsed Laser Deposition techniques and optimize conditions for growth
• investigate incorporation of controlled nanostructures of within device layers to optimize physical properties
• physical property characterization such as transport and magnetic properties (using a PPMS system) of grown materials and films

Candidates will also be considered for a volunteer Research Assistant Professor position.

Outstanding Benefits Package
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About UB
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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in a relevant science or engineering discipline
• A strong record of research publication
• Ability to work independently is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years research experience related to heteroepitaxial growth high-temperature superconducting REBCO materials using Pulsed Laser Deposition techniques and experience with optimizing nanostructures for flux-pinning
• Two years prior work experience in a postdoctoral position is highly desired
• Significant experience with superconducting transport and magnetic property measurements using a PPMS system
• Experience in writing grant proposals

Physical Demands
none

Salary Range Competitive
Additional Salary Information
Type Full-Time
Campus North Campus
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Contact Information

Contact's Name Amit Goyal
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title SUNY Distinguished Professor
Contact's Email agoyal@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-645-5900

Posting Dates

Posted 09/08/2023
Deadline for Internal Applicants 09/22/2023
Deadline for External Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled

References

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Reference Cutoff Date
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Research Statement