The School of Materials Science & Engineering invites application for the position of Research Fellow.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop chiral metamaterials, conduct atomic-scale characterizations of hierarchical self-assemblies, and employ X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy for structure solution. Additionally, the role involves the development of optical instrumentation with chiral discrimination, experience with Focused ion beam milling for AFM tip preparation, mentoring students in colloidal chemistry, TEM, and SEM techniques, writing research articles and reports, and actively securing new funding as an independent researcher and presenting research updates in international conferences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Pioneering the development of chiral metamaterials through expertise in colloidal chemistry (10%).
- Conducting precise atomic-scale characterizations of hierarchical self-assemblies (10%).
- Utilizing X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy to solve complex structures (5%).
- Innovating optical instrumentation spanning UV-Vis to NIR wavelengths with a focus on chiral discrimination (15%).
- Demonstrating proficiency in Focused Ion Beam milling for the preparation of AFM tips (5%).
- Nurturing and guiding undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students in the realms of colloidal chemistry, TEM, and SEM techniques (10%).
- Crafting scholarly research articles and comprehensive reports to ensure sustained funding (20%).
- Formulating innovative research proposals as an independent researcher aimed at securing new funding and steering the lab in novel directions (15%).
- Showcasing research advancements by presenting updates at international conferences and meetings (10%).
Job Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Post-doctoral experience in Materials Chemistry or a related discipline.
- Proven expertise in developing chiral metamaterials using colloidal chemistry.
- Demonstrated experience in atomic-scale characterization of hierarchical self-assemblies.
- Proficiency in structure solution through X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy.
- Track record of developing optical instrumentation in the UV-Vis to NIR region with chiral discrimination.
- Hands-on experience with Focused Ion Beam milling for AFM tip preparation.
- Prior mentoring of undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students in colloidal chemistry, TEM, and SEM techniques.
- Previous publication of research articles and reports for maintaining continued funding.
- Success in securing research funding by developing innovative research proposals and establishing new directions within the lab.
- History of presenting research updates at international conferences and meetings.
- Certification or training in relevant laboratory safety protocols.
- Strong knowledge of colloidal chemistry and its applications in materials science.
- Proficiency in atomic-scale characterization techniques.
- Expertise in X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy for structural analysis.
- Skills in developing and operating optical instrumentation in the UV-Vis to NIR region.
- Competence in Focused Ion Beam milling for sample preparation.
- Exceptional mentoring and teaching abilities.
- Excellent scientific writing skills for research articles and reports.
- Proposal writing and grant application expertise.
- Effective presentation skills for international conferences and meetings.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills in a research-intensive environment.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
