Postdoctoral Research Scholar Contract

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Position Number: 00111077

Essential Job Duties:
The Kinga Unocic Research Group in the Department of Materials Science and
Engineering at North Carolina State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research
Scholar to start December 2024. The Postdoc Research Scholars’ primary duties will
include performing high-temperature oxidation testing, characterization of oxidation
coupons, and assisting with the lab setup.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the lab setup
• Perform high-temperature oxidation testing and monitor sample testing
• Perform post-characterization
• Maintain the lab operations
• Develop and implement MATLAB/Python scripts for data analysis and automation

Departmental Required Skills:

• Computer word processing, spreadsheet, mapping and other computer-related
  skills
• MATLAB, or Python
• Well developed attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and biosafety practices

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
Experience in laboratory testing, materials characterization, MATLAB, Python,
fabrication

Necessary Licenses or Certifications:
NA

AA/EOE:
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Department: 140801 – Materials Science &Engineering

Location: Raleigh, NC