Postdoctoral Research Associate - Materials Science (Alloy Processing) (wsu)
Job posting number: #126991 (Ref:R-11936)
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Job Description
Available Title(s):
306-NN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research AssociateBusiness Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Materials Science (Alloy Processing)Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)Time Type:
Position Term:
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
The Postdoctoral Research Associate is responsible for the development and processing of advanced materials, particularly multi-functional high-performance metallic alloys. We utilize a variety of processing and fabrication methods, including vacuum induction melting and permanent mold casting, in addition to material testing and characterization techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM, and mechanical testing.
Required Qualifications:
A recent Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Physical Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering or related field with a strong experimental background.
Strong academic and research background related to material processing or elector-mechanical systems.
Hands-on experience with material processing and characterization, or elector-mechanical systems.
Graduate or post-graduate experience at a U.S. Academic Institution or National Laboratory.
Good oral and written communication skills (i.e., ability to engage in deep scientific discussions, technical problems and clearly express and understand ideas, and ability to summarize research results in a succinct written manner).
Ability to perform independent research
Critical thinking, good judgment, clear sense of purpose, attention to detail, and accountability
Must be able to obtain a badge at U.S. Department of Defense facilities to gain access to restricted areas/information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experimental background in processing of titanium alloys
Proficiency in microstructure characterization and phase identification
Hands-on experience on SEM, optical microscopy and X-ray diffraction
Hands-on experience on vacuum equipment and high vacuum systems.
A solid theoretical background in the thermodynamics and kinetics of solidification.
Experience on induction melting, laboratory arc-melting, and plasma melting.
Experience with modeling of heat transfer/fluid flow with a solid theoretical background.
Experience with FLOW-3D or similar casting simulation software.
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and laboratory software (e.g., LabVIEW, MatLab)
Experience in data mining, machine learning using systems such as Python/Minitab.
Ability to perform statistical analyses and apply statistical calculations.
Additional Information:
Area/College: College of Arts & Sciences
Department Name: Institute for Shock Physics/Applied Sciences Laboratory
City, State, Zip: Spokane, WA 99202-2131
Department Link: Applied Sciences Laboratory Webpage
Annual Salary: $66,000-$75,000 | In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty please review the summary of benefits for WSU Faculty and Total Compensation
FTE: 100%
Tenure Track: No. Subsequent renewals are subject to performance appraisal, mutual consent, and available funding. Continual funding is anticipated.
Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application.
Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Required documents:
Cover letter to the attention of Dr. Atakan Peker explicitly addressing the qualifications for this position and date of availability
Curriculum Vitae
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