Title:

306-NN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Business Title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemical Reactions Spectroscopy

Additional Titles:

Location:

WSU SPOKANE CAMPUS

Employee Type:

Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

Job Family:

Faculty - Academic - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

Work on various aspects of the research project, including sensor development, optical characterization of materials, data analysis, and modeling. Occasional travel with access to Department of Energy (DoE) facilities is required. We are looking to hire an experimentalist who enjoys hands-on work and problem-solving in a fast-paced research environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform a variety of laser-based optical spectroscopy measurements (e.g., Raman, fluorescence, fluorescence lifetime) Independently define and complete experimental projects and tasks Conduct and analyze research experiments, document processes and procedures, and prepare reports and publications as appropriate

• Take the lead in the design, development, and use of optical equipment and systems for optical measurements and other laser-based diagnostics

Required Qualifications:

A strong, hands-on experimental background is essential for this position. The required professional qualifications and personal attributes are:

• A recent Ph.D. degree in Physics, Optics, Chemistry, or related field with a strong experimental background in optical physics, optical spectroscopy, lasers, or optoelectronics

• Strong academic and research background related to optical and spectroscopy experiments and excellent problem-solving skills

• Hands-on experience with optical spectroscopy techniques, data acquisition, and data analysis

• Graduate or post-graduate experience at a U.S. Academic Institution or National Laboratory

• Good oral and written communication skills (i.e., ability to engage in scientific discussions and clearly express and understand ideas, and ability to summarize research results in a succinct written manner)

• Ability to perform independent research

• Critical thinking, good judgment, clear sense of purpose, attention to detail, and accountability

• Must be able to obtain a badge at U.S. Department of Energy facilities to gain access to restricted areas/information.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred qualifications include experience with Raman spectroscopy; Nonlinear optics; Chemometrics and analysis automation; Vacuum equipment; and Optical trapping

Additional Information:

Area/College:

College of Arts and Sciences

Department Name:

Applied Sciences Laboratory of the Institute for Shock Physics

City, State, Zip:

Spokane, WA 99202

Department Link:

https://asl.wsu.edu/

Monthly Salary:

$5,500 - $5,775 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf . Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/ .

FTE:

100%

Tenure Track:

No

Permanent/Temporary:

Temporary

Temporary End Date:

This is a temporary, annual (12-month) position. Renewal is dependent on the mutual agreement, performance, and the availability of funding.

Posting Close Date:

Open until filled.

Screening Begin Date:

January 23, 2023

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) curriculum vitae and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter

• Detailed, Curriculum Vitae

• Contact Information for three professional references

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu .