"Postdoctoral Scholar"

Postdoctoral Scholar

Job Posting Number: 2026082NTL

Position Description

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher position in semiconductors and semiconductor devices with a focus on thin film growth using Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE), materials characterization, and fabrication of semiconductor devices based on oxides on Silicon. The appointment will be in the Department of Physics at Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, under the supervision of Dr. Nikoleta Theodoropoulou: https://www.cose.txst.edu/prem/members.html

The position is available immediately with a starting salary of $60,000 per year with the possibility of extension based on external funding and performance.

Research will be conducted in research facilities for thin film deposition (MBE and sputtering), electrical transport measurements, cleanroom fabrication and materials characterization. The successful candidate will have access to shared research facilities including X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, and cryogenic measurement systems. Additional information about shared research facilities may be found here: https://sro.txst.edu/sro-about.html

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics, materials science, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specializing in experimental condensed matter physics or materials science.
• Experienced in thin film growth (MBE) and characterization.
• Experienced in cleanroom device fabrication, and electrical transport measurements at cryogenic and room temperature.

Open Until Filled? Yes

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55902

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55902 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.