POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION IN THE ELECTRONIC EXCITATIONS IN SURFACES AND NANOSTRUCTURES GROUP
CFM Materials Physics Center · Indiana, United States · 3 days ago
OTHRFull-time
Position Details
A fully funded four-year PhD position is available to develop a self-driving lab focused on designing, synthesizing, and optimizing plasmonic nanoparticles for applications in catalysis and neurotechnology. The project is supported by Grant PID2025-172468NB-I00 titled "ALGOrithm-driven Nanoparticle Engineering for Thermoplasmonic Applications."
About the role
The successful candidate will work in a cutting-edge research environment, contributing to the advancement of nanotechnology and its applications in catalysis and neurotechnology.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement algorithms for the design and optimization of plasmonic nanoparticles
- Design and conduct experiments to synthesize and characterize plasmonic nanoparticles
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate nanoparticle engineering with other scientific disciplines
- Write research papers and present findings at international conferences
Requirements
- PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field
- Experience with plasmonic materials and their applications
- Strong programming skills, particularly in Python and MATLAB
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Qualifications
- Passionate about interdisciplinary research
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Interest in applying AI and robotics to scientific problems
Skills
- Expertise in plasmonics and nanomaterials
- Programming skills (Python, MATLAB)
- Research experience in catalysis and/or neurotechnology
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities
- Opportunities for international collaborations
- Flexible working hours
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Contact
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to [insert contact email]