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The City University of New York · 5 months ago

Research Associate

New York, NY

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $75K/yr

The City University of New York is seeking a highly-qualified postdoctoral trainee in STEM for the inaugural Presidential Postdoctoral Scholar position at CCNY. The role involves conducting innovative research in materials science, collaborating with faculty and students, and contributing to scholarly publications while providing mentorship to graduate and undergraduate students.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducts academic research in connection with CUNY programs; may assist faculty, staff, and students in conducting research and lead research efforts involving others

Develops research plans and proposals and participates in acquiring funding

Collects, analyzes, and assures validity of data

Writes progress reports; writes and publishes findings

Collaborates with internal and external colleagues

Adheres to standards for safety and hygiene and ethical conduct as defined by the University and relevant outside parties

Perform innovative ground breaking research in one of the areas listed above, working in close collaboration with one or more relevant CCNY faculty members in the departments of Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related disciplines

Design, execute, and analyze experiments to explore new hypotheses and validate research findings in the area of expertise

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate findings and enhance the impact of research outcomes

Present findings at conferences and contribute to scholarly publications

Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, fostering their growth and development within the research environment

Stay abreast of advancements in the field and integrate new knowledge into ongoing projects

Contribute to grant writing and securing funding for ongoing and future research projects

Qualification

. in materials scienceResearch project leadershipMaterials synthesis by MBEAdvanced characterization probesGrant writing experienceInterdisciplinary collaborationMachine learning applicationsCuriosity-driven mindsetMentoring skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Doctoral Degree in a related field and demonstrated research ability

Preferred

Successful applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in materials science or a related discipline at the time of joining the Program. Candidates must be within 5 years of having obtained their Ph.D

Ph.D. degree in a relevant field (e.g., materials science, chemistry, physics, or engineering) with a strong publication record

Experience in leading research projects from conception to publication

Demonstrated ability to mentor and collaborate with diverse teams

Ability to use effectively research equipment and devices standard to their field and to manage web-based technology as needed

Knowledge of and compliance with protocols for the safe and ethical conduct of research

Experience with materials synthesis by MBE and/or quantum materials physics and advanced characterization probes

Experience working in interdisciplinary teams and collaborative research environments

Familiarity with grant writing and funding processes

Knowledge of advanced modeling techniques and machine learning applications

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Curiosity-driven mindset with a passion for scientific discovery and innovation

Benefits

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.

We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification.

Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.

Company

The City University of New York

The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.

Founded in 1847

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees

http://cuny.edu

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