Postdoctoral Researcher in Polymer Physics (Materials Science, Remote)

Job summary

A postdoctoral position is available focusing on the experimental studies of phase behavior in ABC-miktoarm star block copolymers using Grazing-Incidence Small-Angle X-ray Scattering (GISAXS). The role involves conducting structural studies of thin films and analyzing the influence of polymer block chemistry on self-organization behavior.

Qualifications

• PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience with x-ray (SAXS, GISAXS) and/or neutron scattering (SANS, GISANS).
• Proficiency in SAXS and/or GISAXS data analysis.
• Familiarity with image analysis techniques.
• Coding skills in languages such as Python or C, and experience with high-performance computing.
• Background in polymer physics, block copolymer chemistry, or experimental soft matter self-assembly studies.
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct GISAXS experiments both ex-situ and in-situ during solvent vapor annealing.
• Develop GISAXS data analysis methods and analyze experimental data.
• Prepare and characterize thin films using techniques like spin coating and AFM.
• Collaborate with both experimentalists and theorists on the project.
• Teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education

• A PhD degree (or equivalent) is required for this position.

Tools

• GISAXS, SAXS, SANS, AFM, coding languages (Python, C), high-performance computing.