US: Postdoctoral Research Position – Corrosion Science and Electrochemistry

The Spokane-based Applied Sciences Laboratory (ASL) of the Institute for Shock Physics (ISP) has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to undertake research in corrosion science and surface electrochemistry. We are looking for a creative, self-motivated experimentalist who has the ability and desire to pursue solutions to challenging, interdisciplinary problems in a fast-paced research environment.The successful candidate is expected to have a thorough knowledge of in-situ measurement of localized corrosion processes and a strong background in corrosion, materials and surface chemistry research. Only applicants who are currently in the U.S. and meet the following minimum qualifications will be considered for the position:

• A very recent Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering
• Graduate or recent post-graduate experience at a U.S. Academic Institution or National Laboratory
• Strong academic and research background related to corrosion science, and electrochemistry is required
• Hands-on familiarity with surface and coatings characterization techniques such as XPS, AFM, ToF-SIMS, FT-IR, PEM-IRRAS, and/or SEM
• Knowledge of coatings and material chemistry concepts
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Good judgment, clear sense of purpose, and accountability

The ability and interest to pursue challenging, interdisciplinary problems and to deliver proof-of-concept results are essential. Individuals with a strong desire to work in applied research within a contract research organization, and who are comfortable working within a milestone-driven project-management environment are encouraged to apply. This is an ideal position for a creative, self-motivated individual who can work with both industry and academic environments.

The ISP’s Applied Sciences Laboratory provides excellent opportunity for growth and professional success. The salary structure is nationally competitive. Other benefits include health/dental insurance, vacation/medical leave, retirement plans, and access to all University facilities. This position is located in Spokane, Washington.

THE APPLIED SCIENCES LABORATORY
The Applied Sciences Laboratory (ASL) is a self sustaining, contract research organization that conducts a broad range of applied research projects for government agencies and private corporations, including the development of commercial applications.

ASL combines the creativity of academic research with the agility and customer focus of private industry. ASL’s focus is on applied research and technology related to energy, national security, and advanced materials and sensors. The scientific underpinnings for these projects are in materials science, optical science, surface chemistry, computational modeling and simulations, and solid mechanics.

Further information about ASL may be found at http://www.asl.wsu.edu.

THE INSTITUTE FOR SHOCK PHYSICS
More than fifty years of research innovations and scientific activities in understanding the dynamic response of materials at Washington State University provide the foundation for the research activities in ASL. A multidisciplinary research organization within the College of Sciences, ISP undertakes a broad range of fundamental scientific activities related to understanding condensed matter response under dynamic and static high pressures. Continuum-to-atomic level understanding is the pervading theme of research activities that emphasize integration of innovative experiments with theoretical and computational advances. Multidisciplinary efforts that combine expertise in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Mechanical Engineering are underway to address exciting and challenging scientific problems. In addition to the research faculty within the Institute, students and faculty from several departments within the Colleges of Sciences and Engineering participate in the Institute’s research projects. State-of-the-art experimental and computational facilities are available for studying physical and chemical phenomena over a large range of length and time scales. Excellent research interactions are in place with the DOE / NNSA National Laboratories.

Further information about the Institute is available at http://www.shock.wsu.edu.

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
Washington State University, one of the two research universities in the state, was founded in 1890 as the state’s land-grant institution and is located in Pullman with regional campuses in Spokane, Vancouver and the Tri-Cities. It is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research Extensive University with a strong emphasis on excellence in research and education. Current enrollment is approximately 21,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional student FTEs, with approximately 5,600 faculty and staff. The University offers approximately 4300 courses in 150 undergraduate, and more than 70 graduate, degree programs. Academically the University is organized into 10 colleges (Agriculture, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering and Architecture; Honors; Liberal Arts; Nursing; Pharmacy; Sciences; Veterinary Medicine) and a Graduate School.

APPLICATIONS
Applicants should submit a letter of application explicitly addressing the qualifications for this position and date of availability; detailed curriculum vitae; and the names, email, and addresses for three professional references to:

Dr. Santanu Chaudhuri
ISP / Applied Sciences Laboratory
Washington State University
PO Box 1495
Spokane, WA 99210-1495
Email: asl.jobs@wsu.edu

To ensure consideration, please specify the position (Postdoc: Corrosion Science) for which you are applying. We will begin reviewing submissions immediately and will continue to do so until the position is filled.

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