The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago
Postdoctoral Fellow - Materials Chemistry, Texas Materials Institute, Cockrell School of Engineering
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$61K/yr - $61K/yrThe University of Texas at Austin is a top-10 engineering school known for its innovation in technology and education. The Postdoctoral Fellow will lead research in high-throughput synthesis and discovery of advanced functional materials, focusing on materials innovation through data-driven approaches and autonomous experimentation.
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Responsibilities
Develop and optimize high-throughput and combinatorial synthesis workflows, including high-throughput solution synthesis, microdroplet printing and processing
Design and execute automated synthesis experiments using robotic platforms or parallel reactors
Collaborate with computational scientists to integrate machine-learning models for closed-loop materials discovery
Collaborate with companion postdocs on functional materials characterization (XRD, SEM/TEM, Raman, spectroscopy, electrochemical analysis, etc.)
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a closely related field, conferred within three (3) years before the start date of the appointment
Demonstrated experience conducting independent research in a relevant area of materials science or engineering
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research environment
Commitment to mentoring and contributing to the academic development of graduate and undergraduate students
Preferred
Experience with materials synthesis, robotic platforms, liquid-handling automation, or programmable synthesis systems
Familiarity with machine-learning tools, data analysis
Background in energy materials, catalysis, and batteries
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
Founded in 1922
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Republic Capital Group
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Leadership Team
Will Whiting
Chief Development Officer
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