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Basic Purpose :The Materials Science Division (MSD) of Argonne National Laboratory is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral appointee.The goal of this research is to create thin films and heterostructures of topological materials, particularly semimetals, that may have a tunable plasmonic response in the THz regime. This effort is part of project to realize novel materials for THz interconnects. Samples will be synthesized using Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) and other approaches and characterized using optical and transport measurements.Position RequirementsKnowledge, Skills and Experience:A strong background in materials science/condensed mater physics/electrical engineering and a keen interest in synthesis and science of materials with novel electronic and optical properties.
Experience with optical characterization of materials is desirable.
The ability to understand the technological landscape for interconnects and recognize scientific opportunities for innovation therein.
You should have recently received a Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to the research area (materials science/condensed matter physics).
This project will involve experimental laboratory work in thin film synthesis, fabrication of lithographically defined structures and characterization of their optical and transport properties. The work will involve extensive use of facilities at the Center for Nanoscale Materials at Argonne, including THz optics. The candidate is expected to think and work independently and conduct research in a highly interdisciplinary environment of physicists, materials scientists, computer scientists and engineers who are part of a new initiative on microelectronics at Argonne National Laboratory.For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Xuedan Ma ( xuedan.ma@anl.gov ) or Dr. Anand Bhattacharya ( anand@anl.gov ). We will evaluate applications starting in November 2021 until the position is filled.Job FamilyPostdoctoral FamilyJob ProfilePostdoctoral AppointeeWorker TypeLong-Term (Fixed Term)Time TypeFull timeAs an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. In support of this commitment, Argonne encourages minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Argonne considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.Please note that all Argonne employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. All successful applicants will be required to provide their COVID-19 vaccination verification as a condition of employment, subject to limited legally recognized exemptions to COVID-19 vaccination.Interested in translating science into innovation? Build your career at Argonne.At Argonne, we view the world from a different perspective. Our scientists and engineers conduct world-class research in clean energy, the environment, technology, national security and more. We’re finding creative ways to prepare the world for a better future.To learn more about Argonne's benefits programs, amenities, and other employee programs, visit our main Careers (http://www.anl.gov/careers) site.To learn more about the exciting science going on at Argonne, visit our Science and Technology (http://www.anl.gov/argonnes-science-and-technology) page.To request a reasonable accommodation or for other application support, contact us anytime at careers@anl.gov or 630-252-2336.
