"Experimental X-ray Studies Postdoctoral Research Fellow"

Position Summary

A postdoctoral position is available starting August 1, 2025, in the Physics Department at Central Michigan University. We are seeking an enthusiastic scientist to work in the field of structural characterization of advanced materials using ex situ and in situ x-ray scattering and spectroscopy techniques.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science, received no later than 6 years before the initial appointment.
• Experience in in-house and synchrotron x-ray scattering experiments on complex materials using Rietveld, atomic pair distribution function and XAFS techniques.
• Ability to test and refine atomistic structure models against experimental x-ray scattering data.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid-state synthesis experience.

Message to Applicants

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community. You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. This is a grant funded position and is dependent on the status of the funding. The extension of the position after the initial one-year appointment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued grant funding. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

About the Department

The CMU Physics Department offers B.S., B.S. in Ed., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in physics and participates in the interdisciplinary Ph.D. in the Science of Advanced Materials. The Department houses active research programs in several areas, including computational condensed matter and chemical physics and experimental condensed matter and materials physics. To learn more about the department, click here.

About CMU

Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives. We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, masters, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence. CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more. Central is home to 17 mens and womens Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17. CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. Its part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the states largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant. Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the citys central location in Michigans Lower Peninsula. CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.