Posted: 19-Jul-23

Location: Ames, Iowa

Salary: Open

Categories:

Internal Number: R12462

Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!

Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success.

The Division of Materials Science and Engineering and Critical Materials Institute is searching for a qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate.

This position will perform integrated research activities and provide advanced scientific and technical support for existing and forthcoming multiple projects initially and primarily focus on discovering and characterizing permanent magnetic materials with free or reduced rare earth content or modified microstructure. Major duties and responsibilities include: development and implementation of innovative techniques for growth and discovery of rare earth-free or reduced, or structure-modified magnetic materials; development of thermal mechanical process for fabricating permanent magnet with nanocrystalline grains; carry out experimental investigations of phase, microstructure, thermal stability, magnetic and mechanical properties of magnetic compounds; establish the relevance of the effects of composition, phase, microstructure, and processing on magnetic and mechanical properties; interact with scientists from laboratories, universities, and industries in order to exchange knowledge and to perform joint research efforts; and present investigated results at technical society meetings and publish scientific papers in peer review publications.

This position requires the incumbent to plan, initiate, and execute research activities in collaboration with multiple PIs, meet the requirements and milestones of projects on time. The ability to interact with experienced experimental and theoretical scientists and work within the group is important to success in the position.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

 Ph.D. must be completed prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated research experience in various aspects of preparation and characterization of inter-metallic compounds and related magnetic materials.
• Experience with reparation of alloy samples, mainly including arc/induction-melting, melt-spinning, powder metallurgy, glass work, heat treatment, vacuum sintering, hot pressing, chemical or physical coating (e.g., CVD, magnetron sputtering, E-beam / thermal evaporation, or electrodeposition).
• Experience with materials characterization methods, mainly including X-ray diffraction (XRD), differential thermal analysis (DTA), differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), SQUID magnetometer, vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM/EDS), metallography, mechanical test (hardness tensile, compression, and impact).
• Experience with software, including XRD Gsas/FullProf rietveld, Origin, LabView, and other data analysis and collection software.

Department Unit/Website:

www.ameslab.gov  

Proposed Start Date:
August 7, 2023

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
August 6, 2024

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on �??Apply�?� and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) List of Professional References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
�?� Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans;
�?� Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans;
�?� Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa);
�?� Flexible Spending Accounts;
�?� Various voluntary benefits and discounts
�?� Employee Assistance Program;
�?� Wellbeing Program.

Original Posting Date:
July 18, 2023

Posting Close Date:
July 24, 2023

Job Requisition Number:
R12462

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About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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