Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ames National Laboratory

Position Information:

Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ames National Laboratory

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 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. We offer an exceptional benefits package including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, Wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program;
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit or defined contribution plans;
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans;
• Onsite childcare;
• Life insurance and long-term disability;
• Flexible Spending Accounts

The Division of Materials Science and Engineering at Ames National Laboratory is searching for a qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate.

The post-doc will work with Prof. Yuji Furukawa in the field of experimental condensed matter physics by utilizing an experimental technique of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) /Nuclear Quadruple Resonance (NQR), focusing on electronic and magnetic properties of strongly correlated electron systems such as Fe pnictides, its related materials, heavy fermions and low dimensional spin systems.

The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate the efforts with the group leader (supervisor) and collaborate with other researchers in the Division of Materials Science and Engineering; day-to-day supervision of undergraduate, graduate students; perform the experiments; collect and interpret the experimental results; produce research reports; present results at professional national and international meetings; prepare manuscripts for publication; report work progress and results to the group leader.

Applicants are expected to carry out NMR/NQR experiments using following NMR facilities in the NMR group.

NMR spectrometer : 4 home-made NMR spectrometers (3-500 MHz)

Temperature : T = 0.05 – 650K (one dilution refrigerator and three 4 He cryostats)

Magnetic field : B = 0 -9 Tesla (Two 9 T sweep-type SC magnets, one 8 T high resolution

SC magnet, and one 1.5 T electromagnet)

Pressure : P = 0- 25 kBar.

This Postdoctoral Research Associate is a one-year appointment with opportunity for renewal.

Percentage of Duties and Responsibilities

Research: 65%

Experimental research in condensed matter physics.

• Perform NMR/NQR measurements in a wide temperature range of 0.05-650 K under various magnetic field of 0-9 Tesla.
• Develop an advanced nuclear magnetic resonance technique under high magnetic field up to 12 Tesla, high pressure and uniaxial strain.
• Work closely with graduate students and undergraduate students to design and perform the experiments and analyze the results.
• Day-to-day supervision of PhD thesis work of graduate students and research project(s) of undergraduate students associated with NMR/NQR research effort.

Writing and presentation: 25%

• Work closely with group members to prepare manuscripts for publication, create presentations, and draft progress reports.
• Present scientific data at professional meetings.

Safety and training: 5%

• Ensure all relevant ESH&A safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Complete required safety and compliance trainings.

Other duties as assigned: 5%

• Other duties as assigned includes meeting with supervisor for appropriate mentoring and professional development.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

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

Ph.D. in experimental condensed matter physics or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in experimental condensed-mater physics with focus on magnetism and/or superconductivity;
• Experience with NMR/NQR techniques;
• Experience of ultra-low temperature measurements using a dilution refrigerator;
• Demonstrated expertise in collecting, processing, and interpreting experimental data;
• Demonstrated experience programming in languages such as Mathematica, C++, and LabVIEW; Ability to interface with experimental setup;
• Demonstrated publication record, in high quality publications.

Department Unit/Website:

www.ameslab.gov

Proposed Start Date:
July 1, 2023

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
June 30, 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) Contact Information for Three 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:
March 6, 2023

Posting Close Date:
April 2, 2023

Job Requisition Number:
R11233