Postdoctoral Researcher - Experimental Soft Matter

Postdoctoral Researcher - Experimental Soft Matter

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $62,400 - $65,000

Pay Determination:
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours:
As determined by supervisor

Job Type: Full Time

Rank: Post Doc

Job Description:

The Pashine laboratory at Syracuse University is soliciting applications for a postdoctoral researcher positions in Experimental Soft Matter physics. These position involves fundamental and applied research and advising graduate students in an interdisciplinary research team. Experience in one of the following areas is preferred: mechanical metamaterials, disordered and glassy systems, memory and physical learning in materials. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal of position in the following years, contingent upon funding availability and satisfactory performance. Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, cover letter, and contacts of two references via the online posting. Questions and inquiries can be directed to Nidhi Pashine (npashine@syr.edu).

Qualifications:

• Ph D. in Physics, Engineering, or a related field, and demonstrated experience in experimental soft matter.

Job Specific Qualifications:

• Experience in soft condensed matter and/or mechanical metamaterials.
• Strong research skills and experience in experimental design and data analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, writing manuscripts and publishing in peer reviewed journals.

Physical Requirements:
Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment:
Not Applicable

Application Instructions:

In addition to completing an online application, applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a short description of their qualifications, and contacts of two references via the online posting. Questions and inquiries can be directed to Nidhi Pashine (npashine@syr.edu).