UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Postdoctoral Research Associate II (James C. Wyant College Optical Sciences)
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Postdoctoral Research Associate II (James C. Wyant College Optical Sciences)
Postdoctoral Research Associate II (James C. Wyant College Optical Sciences)
Posting Number
req24820
Department
James C Wyant Coll Optical Sci
Department Website Link
https://www.optics.arizona.edu/
Location
Main Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights We are seeking a talented Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at the James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences, working in Professor Rongguang Liang's research lab.
Our focus is on pushing the boundaries of 3D printing technology, particularly in the realm of organic and organic-inorganic polymeric materials with desired optical properties or functionalities.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
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Duties & Responsibilities
Develop novel materials suitable for advanced 3D printing techniques, particularly two-photon polymerization and vat photopolymerization.
Establish correlations between material performance and structural characteristics.
Contribute to the conception, design, and execution of research projects aimed at addressing specific challenges.
Pursue independent research interests while collaborating closely with internal and external scientists across varied disciplines.
Work within a multidisciplinary team environment to achieve research objectives.
Thoroughly document research findings, publish papers in peer-reviewed journals, and present results at conferences.
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in chemistry, polymer science, materials science, or a related field.
Experience in monomer synthesis and polymer synthesis.
Experience in various material characterization techniques such as SEM, TGA, DSC, DMA, FTIR, etc.
Experience in fundamental concepts in polymer chemistry.
Proven track record of innovative experimental design and execution.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with sol-gel chemistry.
Experience with powder-based organic-inorganic liquid suspensions.
Experience with photo-based 3D printing techniques.
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
HR-OPSC@arizona.edu
Open Date
12/23/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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Posting Number
req24820
Department
James C Wyant Coll Optical Sci
Department Website Link
https://www.optics.arizona.edu/
Location
Main Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights We are seeking a talented Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at the James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences, working in Professor Rongguang Liang's research lab.
Our focus is on pushing the boundaries of 3D printing technology, particularly in the realm of organic and organic-inorganic polymeric materials with desired optical properties or functionalities.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
click here .
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop novel materials suitable for advanced 3D printing techniques, particularly two-photon polymerization and vat photopolymerization.
Establish correlations between material performance and structural characteristics.
Contribute to the conception, design, and execution of research projects aimed at addressing specific challenges.
Pursue independent research interests while collaborating closely with internal and external scientists across varied disciplines.
Work within a multidisciplinary team environment to achieve research objectives.
Thoroughly document research findings, publish papers in peer-reviewed journals, and present results at conferences.
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in chemistry, polymer science, materials science, or a related field.
Experience in monomer synthesis and polymer synthesis.
Experience in various material characterization techniques such as SEM, TGA, DSC, DMA, FTIR, etc.
Experience in fundamental concepts in polymer chemistry.
Proven track record of innovative experimental design and execution.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with sol-gel chemistry.
Experience with powder-based organic-inorganic liquid suspensions.
Experience with photo-based 3D printing techniques.
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
HR-OPSC@arizona.edu
Open Date
12/23/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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