The American Ceramic Society
Postdoctoral Research Associate
The American Ceramic Society, Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Overview
Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the group of Prof. Aditya Sood, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and the Princeton Materials Institute at Princeton University. Research areas include ultrafast science, nanoscale thermal transport, and microelectronics, with applications in energy-efficient computing, thermal management, and energy conversion.
Responsibilities
Design, assemble, and align ultrafast time-resolved optical setups.
Integrate optical setups with measurement electronics for data acquisition.
Conduct ultrafast experiments and analyze results, contributing to independent research projects and collaboration with junior lab members.
Lead and mentor lab members as appropriate; maintain a strong publication record demonstrating technical writing skills.
Qualifications
PhD in materials science, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields (or expect to obtain soon).
Strong expertise in building and conducting ultrafast time-resolved optical experiments.
Key skills include designing, assembling, and aligning ultrafast optical setups and integrating with data acquisition systems.
Experience in nonlinear optics (e.g., optical parametric amplifiers), electrical switching, high-frequency electronics, thermal transport physics, or beamline experiments is beneficial but not required.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and mentorship abilities.
Application and Selection Process Specific inquiries about the position may be directed to aditya.sood@princeton.edu with the subject line "postdoc_2025_inquiry".
Positions are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding. In-person on-campus work at Princeton University.
Applicants must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/38061 and submit a CV (including a list of publications), a brief cover letter summarizing prior research experiences and future interests, and contact information for two or three references. The candidate is subject to the University's background check policy.
Salary and Benefits Expected Salary Range: $65,000–$70,000
The University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, and applicable agreements when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents a good faith estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.
Administrative Details Requisition No: D-25-MAE-00004
PI278056460
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Responsibilities
Design, assemble, and align ultrafast time-resolved optical setups.
Integrate optical setups with measurement electronics for data acquisition.
Conduct ultrafast experiments and analyze results, contributing to independent research projects and collaboration with junior lab members.
Lead and mentor lab members as appropriate; maintain a strong publication record demonstrating technical writing skills.
Qualifications
PhD in materials science, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields (or expect to obtain soon).
Strong expertise in building and conducting ultrafast time-resolved optical experiments.
Key skills include designing, assembling, and aligning ultrafast optical setups and integrating with data acquisition systems.
Experience in nonlinear optics (e.g., optical parametric amplifiers), electrical switching, high-frequency electronics, thermal transport physics, or beamline experiments is beneficial but not required.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and mentorship abilities.
Application and Selection Process Specific inquiries about the position may be directed to aditya.sood@princeton.edu with the subject line "postdoc_2025_inquiry".
Positions are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding. In-person on-campus work at Princeton University.
Applicants must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/38061 and submit a CV (including a list of publications), a brief cover letter summarizing prior research experiences and future interests, and contact information for two or three references. The candidate is subject to the University's background check policy.
Salary and Benefits Expected Salary Range: $65,000–$70,000
The University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, and applicable agreements when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents a good faith estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.
Administrative Details Requisition No: D-25-MAE-00004
PI278056460
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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