Postdoctoral Scholar, Nanophotonic Materials Group & ARMI Lab

The Opportunity (Job description) :

The University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Sciences (COS) seeks to hire a Postdoctoral Scholar for work in the Nanophotonic Materials Group ( https : / / npm.creol.ucf.edu / ) and the ARMI Lab ( https : / / sites.google.com / site / ucfarmilab / ). The Scholar would begin the position as soon as possible and serve for 1 year, extendable upon the availability of funds and mutual agreement. The Scholar will work with a team of faculty and students from UCF Chemistry, Optics, and Electrical Engineering who are developing new approaches for modelling, fabricating, and characterizing RF-active meta-surfaces.

The ideal candidate would hold a doctoral degree in physical science or engineering and have research experience in materials science, spectroscopy, and electromagnetic simulations. The Scholar will receive extensive technical and professional training in simulation, fabrication methods, and RF-electronics. They will also learn many interdisciplinary skills that are essential for fulfilling careers in industry, academia, and national labs.

Responsibilities :

The Postdoctoral Scholar will be responsible for working with the team to simulate, fabricate, and test select RF-active structures and meta-surfaces. They will participate in meetings with an external partner in industry and government, contribute to reports and publications, and assist with the development of new research proposals. By mentoring junior members and leading internal team meetings, the Scholar will develop valuable leadership skills. The candidate will also have the opportunity to teach, if desired.

Minimum Qualifications :

The Postdoctoral Scholar must be a US citizen or US permanent resident (green card holder) and hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in a physical science, engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications :

The preferred candidate will hold a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, optics, materials science, or engineering, and interdisciplinary research experience in these fields.

Additional Application Materials Required :

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https : / / www.ucf.edu / jobs / .

In addition to the online application, candidates should upload :

CV / Resume

3 professional references with contact information

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

N OTE : When applying, please have all your documents ready to upload at the same time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Special Instructions to the Applicants :

N / A

Job Close Date : Open until filled.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state's benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First. OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions :

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

College of Sciences (COS) - Department of Chemistry

Work Schedule

Varies

Type of Appointment

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Expected Salary

$57,000.00

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu .

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