A Post Doctoral Fellow position has been made possible through an NSF MRI 2009 award for atomic force microscopy (AFM) instrumentation. The post doc will reside at Mississippi State University's Electron Microscope Center, will have a primary responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and training for the new AFM instruments, and will be actively involved in independent as well as collaborative research efforts. We appreciate your help in identifying potential candidates with AFM expertise. Please distribute the information below widely as you see fit. Please feel free to contact [hidden email] with questions.
Post Doctoral Research Position in
Atomic Force/Scanning Probe Microscopy available immediately
Mississippi State University (MSU) has an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate with expertise in atomic force and scanning probe microscopy (AFM/SPM) techniques. This postdoc will work with a diverse, dynamic team of materials and life science investigators in MSU's Electron Microscope Center (EMC), a university-wide core facility with missions in research, teaching, and service.
The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in an engineering or physical/natural science field and a strong background in AFM/SPM theory and operation. Knowledge of other general imaging approaches is desired. The applicant must have a demonstrated ability to work independently, to work in a collaborative environment with a diverse group of colleagues, and to communicate effectively in written and oral formats.
The successful applicant will be responsible for operation, maintenance, and user training for new state-of-the-art atomic force microscopy instruments within the multi-user EMC. The applicant will primarily support the AFM instrumentation, but will also have the opportunity to learn/operate other imaging and characterization technologies available at the EMC. In terms of professional development, the applicant will be encouraged to develop an independent research program, contribute to interdisciplinary research efforts, and direct graduate and undergraduate student research assistants.
Review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should complete an online application at www.jobs.msstate.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=178227 and upload a cover letter and current vitae. Applicants should also submit three letters of recommendation (mailed under separate cover) and a transcript from their terminal degree program. Letters of recommendation and transcripts should be mailed to Sherre Denson, Business Manager, Dave C. Swalm School of Chemical Engineering, Mississippi State University, Box 9595, Mississippi State, MS 39762 ([hidden email]).
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