Assistant Scientist AEM For Quantum Materials

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Organizational Overview

The Advanced Electron Microscopy and Nanostructured Materials Group in CMPMS, BNL, is seeking an Assistant Scientist in the area of Advanced electron microscopy for quantum materials.

The goal of the research associated with this appointment is to explore, understand, and control emerging physical phenomena of quantum materials that exhibit insulator-metal-transition, charge-spin-lattice degrees of freedom, or topological properties for novel forms of information science and storage as well as neuromorphic computing.

Position Description

The position will provide an opportunity for research in strongly correlated electron systems, multiferroics and functional-oxide film-devices at the forefront of electron microscopy with extraordinary spatial and temporal resolutions to understand structure-property relationships. Research focus includes, but not limited to, atomic imaging, high energy-resolution energy-loss spectroscopy, in-situ electromagnetic biasing, cryogenic microscopy, and ultrafast electron microscopy. Close collaborations with leading theoretical and experimental groups at BNL are an essential ingredient of the research.

The Advanced Electron Microscopy and Nanostructured Materials Group in CMPMS, BNL, is seeking a two-year Assistant Scientist appointment (a tenure track position subject to the conditions contained in the BNL Scientific Staff Manual) in the area of Advanced electron microscopy for quantum materials.

The goal of the research associated with this appointment is to explore, understand, and control emerging physical phenomena of quantum materials that exhibit insulator-metal-transition, charge-spin-lattice degrees of freedom, or topological properties for novel forms of information science and storage.

Position Requirements

• 
  Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics, Materials Science or closely related fields
• Experience in aberration corrected electron microscopy and monochromated electron energy-loss spectroscopy (EELS)
• Quantitative electron diffraction and electron crystallography
• Electronic excitation and in-situ biasing to measure materials’ dynamic response
• Sample preparation skills using focused ion beams
• Ultrafast electron diffraction and microscopy
• Knowledge of charge-spin-lattice interactions and ordering
• Understanding density-function theories and fine-structures of EEL spectra
• Effective communication skills and a strong publication record

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (vacation, holidays, sick leave, paid parental leave)
• Lab-funded Retirement Plan
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
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