Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Applied Superconductivity Center (NHMFL, OPS) Location: Tallahassee, FL Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Job ID: 61982 Applied Superconductivity Center - National High Magnetic Field Laboratory Responsibilities The Applied Superconductivity Center at Florida State University (FSU) and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) invite applications for a post-doctoral research associate position to perform nanostructural characterization using a variety of electron microscopy techniques. The position will focus on improving our understanding of the micro-, meso-, nano- and atomic-scale structural origins of the superconducting properties of high field superconductor tapes, wires, thin film and bulks with the aid of our advanced electron microscopes. Available equipment includes an aberration-corrected atomic resolution (scanning) transmission electron microscope (S/TEM), a focused ion beam (FIB) equipped FESEM and supporting sample preparation tools. The successful candidate would be a microscopist who focuses on materials science and problem solving. This position requires expertise in a TEM/STEM operation and FIB nano-fabrication so that the applicant can quickly begin actively participating in research. The successful applicant will become a member of a highly interactive and collaborative group that has along tradition of helping post-docs build a successful career in scientific research. The post doc will also be part of the strong post doc program at the MagLab. Qualifications Ph.D. in materials science, physics, engineering, chemistry, or related field completed within the last three years Extensive prior experience in TEM/STEM operation and making TEM samples Extensive prior experience preparing TEM specimens using FIB Effective written and verbal communication skills as evinced by publications, presentations, cover letter, and references Preferred Qualifications Experience operating Cs-corrected STEMs Experience in EELS or EDS in STEM Where You Will Work The candidate will be working as a full member of the Applied Superconductivity Center (ASC) located in Tallahassee FL. As a part of National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL), we are a 50-person center dedicated to understanding and advancing superconducting materials for superconducting magnet and RF applications. At present there are 13 graduate students, 3 postdocs and 23 scientific and support staff. 10-15 undergraduates also participate in research at the ASC in any given semester. ASC has multiple research programs and collaborators from all over the world. We offer students and postdocs the opportunity to work in a very interdisciplinary and interactive environment that has a track record of impactful scientific discoveries. Major microscope-related instruments at FSU and NHMFL JEOL ARM200cF Cs-corrected S/TEM with Electron Energy Loss Spectroscopy (EELS) and Energy-dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS), and now the MerlinEM 4D STEM detector from Quantum Detectors Inc is being installed. FEI Helios G4 UC field emission scanning electron microscope and FIB equipped with Gas Injection System (GIS), in-situ lift-out tool and Leica cold stage, EBSD and EDS JEOL IT-710HR Field emission SEM with EDS Gatan PIPS ion mill Micro Support Axis Pro SS ex-situ lift-out tool JEOL IB-19500 CP ion cross section polisher Interested candidates can contact Fumitake Kametani. University Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about our university and campuses. Benefits The position is full-time and includes health benefits. Considerations This is an OPS/temporary job. Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check. This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply. Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr