Research Assistant Professor - Physics

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Hiring Department : Physics

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1026237

Posting Close Date : September 16, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU / VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago.

UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.

By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

Description : Position Summary

Under the supervision of Professor Robert F. Klie, this position will focus on atomic-resolution characterization of materials using the brand-new double-corrected, magnetic-field-free, monochromated STEM / TEM instrument at UIC.

While the work will be carried out at UIC, a successful applicant must be able to travel to Japan to run experiments on a prototype instrument.

The successful applicant will have experience in high-resolution transmission electron microscopy imaging, including 4D-STEM, DPC, magnetic imaging, and electron energy-loss spectroscopy.

Dr. Klie's Nanoscale Physics Group has access to the UIC Research Resources Center (RRC), which provides a world-class research environment with an array of electron beam instruments and in-situ capabilities, including the first aberration-corrected, magnetic-field-free and monochromated JEOL Z-20.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be in charge of developing and utilizing the newly installed JEOLZ200MF-MONO, working with users in the UIC RRC, and traveling to Japan to work on the first prototype instrument.

In particular, the research will focus on developing 4D-STEM, DPC, and spectroscopy approaches for magnetic-field-free imaging, including low-temperature measurements.

• The dissemination of data is another important aspect of this position. A successful candidate is expected to draft, revise, and publish scientific manuscripts, give presentations at local and international conferences, and also mentor undergraduate / graduate students in the Nanoscale Physics Group.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications : Minimum Qualifications

A PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science is required. Knowledge of atomic-resolution STEM characterization, 4D-STEM, DPC, and other analytical scanning transmission electron microscopy approaches, as well as electron spectroscopy or cryo-microscopy, is required.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and / or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

To apply

Submit your CV and a brief research statement (three pages maximum). Applicants that are confirmed to meet the minimum qualifications will be requested to provide contact information for at least two references.

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