Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering

Villanova University Posting Details Do you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQ’s. Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 20251258F Position Title: Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering Position Type: Faculty Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: temporary Department: 205-Mechanical Engineering Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and interdisciplinary Doctoral Research Assistant to join a collaborative project aimed at advancing the assembly technology of nanomaterials and molecules. This project addresses the growing needs for sustainable cooling materials and environmental sensing. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will: Conduct research on assembly technology of nanomaterials and molecules. Develop small molecule sensing platform. Collaborate with colleagues across multiple Universities to integrate inputs. Contribute to the dissemination of research findings through academic publications, presentations, and community outreach. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in engineering, physics or closely related field Good organizational and communication skills The ability to work independently and communicate proactively Highly motivated with strong written and oral communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with nanomaterials assembly, Raman spectroscopy, and polymer synthesis. The individual is expected to actively pursue high quality publications and participate in generating new ideas and writing. Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants: Posting Date: 08/08/2025 Closing Date (11:59pm ET): 08/15/2025 Salary Posting Information: Competitive Salary Band: Job Classification: faculty References Needed References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed 3 Maximum Number of References Needed 3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity? Indeed.com Higheredjobs.com LinkedIn Glassdoor Chronicle Vitae Academic Keys PA CareerLink/JobGateway Professional Affiliation/Trade Website Diversity Association/Publication Website Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication Referred by a current employee Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee Heard about it at a conference or career fair Browsing the Villanova website Cabrini University employee Other * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A. (Open Ended Question) Documents needed to complete your application: Required Documents Cover Letter / Letter of Interest Resume / Curriculum Vitae Transcripts Optional Documents Other Document Other Document (2) Letters of Reference (uploaded by applicant) Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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