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Texas A&M University · 1 month ago

Postdoctoral Researcher (PIER - Pioneering Advanced Materials for Renewable Energy )-1

Prairie View, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Prairie View A&M University is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Postdoctoral Fellow to join their research team in the field of Materials Science. This role focuses on the characterization and analysis of advanced materials, with an emphasis on integrating machine learning and predictive modeling to enhance material design and performance prediction.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct experimental research on novel materials with a focus on magnetic, optoelectronic, and thermo-electronic properties

Develop and optimize measurement techniques for advanced materials characterization

Apply machine learning models to analyze experimental data and predict material behavior

Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and researchers on multidisciplinary projects

Contribute to writing research papers, grant proposals, and presenting findings at conferences

Assist in the mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students in the laboratory.. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Materials characterization techniquesMachine learningPredictive modelingAdvanced characterization toolsHigh-performance computingIndependent researchCollaborative environmentWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering or a related field (earned within the past three years)

Strong background in materials characterization techniques, specifically in Magnetic, Optoelectronic, and Thermoelectric measurements

Experience with machine learning and predictive modeling applied to material science or related fields

Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and work in a collaborative environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Familiarity with advanced characterization tools (e.g., PPMS, XRD, SQUID magnetometry, optical spectroscopy, or scanning probe microscopy)

Experience with high-performance computing or cloud-based machine learning platforms

Knowledge of data-driven approaches to material design and optimization

Proven experience and strong interest in collaborative research with peers across disciplines particularly with those in humanities and social sciences

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

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